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The Solar Tour is a self guided event, allowing visitors to select sites of interest and plan their day.  In some neighborhoods we have provided a suggested tour route including a bike map that highlights several locations for a fun family event.

You may now download the 2008 Illinois Solar Tour Guide Book HERE (PDF).

We have divided the state into 10 different regions. See the categories below to find sites near you.
In each region, there is a grid of sites. The grid features information on each site: city and an at-a-glance checklist of technologies featured at each site. Click on the site name for a detailed description, contact information and directions.

Tour Etiquette

  • Please only visit Tour homes or buildings during the Tour hours of Saturday, October 4th from 10 AM to 3 PM.
  • Please park legally at or near the Tour sites and treat persons and property legally and respectfully.
  • If the site indicates "Outside viewing only" please do not go onto the property.  View the site safely and observe traffic laws.
  • Please do not bring pets or anyone who may not be able to behave in a proper manner.
  • Please do not smoke, eat, drink or litter in the Tour sites and remove footwear if requested.
  • Please do not take pictures or other records without permission of the home or building owner or agent.
  • Vendors and their representatives who staff Tour sites should conduct the tour in a manner appropriate to the educational mission of the Association.
Disclaimer of Liability

In the event of inclement weather, the Tour may be cancelled in portions or its entirety.  The Association will assume no liability from partial or complete cancellation of the event for any reason.  The Association does not endorse specific renewable energy or energy efficiency products or systems presented during the National Solar Tour and assumes no liability for performance or related issues of said components or systems. Anyone accessing sites on the roof, or by ladder, stairs, stepladder, stool or other method does so solely at their own risk.  Visitors assume full responsibility for their behavior or actions; the Association and related parties will not be held liable for any injury, fatality, damage or property loss that may occur.

 
Last Updated ( Friday, 29 August 2008 01:32 )
 

Become a Tour Host

If you would like to include your home or business renewable energy system, please go to the host application and host information pages.  Thank you for your support and interest.

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Want to advertise?

You may download the Solar Media Kit. For more information, please visit our Sponsors page.

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