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Dewan Solar works with the nonprofit market, particularly those in the Low Income and Equal Justice Communities. We utilize our expertise and resources to assist nonprofit organizations to transition to clean energy.  There are many economic incentives available to these organizations and we guide and educate on making full use of incentives available through the Federal, State, and local governments. Dewan Solar has trusted and vetted installation partners to create solar proposals for turn-key systems so that the nonprofits can make informed decisions. We manage the project through analysis, contract, incentives, funding, building and completion of the solar project.

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EDPR NA DG is the distributed generation business unit of EDP Renewables North America, a renewable industry leader and the fourth-largest renewable energy developer both in the United States and globally. EDPR NA DG provides innovative renewable energy services to the entire North American region. Built on long-standing relationships with developers, power generators, corporate purchasers, municipalities, and local communities, EDPR NA DG delivers a full suite of offerings ranging from financing and development to construction and operation of energy and storage assets poised to scale.

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ForeFront Power is a North American developer of solar and energy storage solutions for commercial, industrial, public sector, and community solar customers. The ForeFront Power team has experience working together to develop 1,300 behind-the-meter and community solar and storage projects, totaling 1 gigawatts-DC of renewable electricity. Headquartered in San Francisco, with offices in Illinois and Mexico City, the company offers business, government, education, healthcare, and community solar customers in the U.S. and Mexico an array of clean energy and fleet electrification development, advisory, and asset management services. ForeFront Power is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mitsui & Co. Ltd., a global energy infrastructure and investment leader with a robust balance sheet and an “A” credit rating from Standard & Poor’s. For more information, visit www.forefrontpower.com.

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GAIN Renewables Services Inc is a certified Engineering, Procurement, and Construction service company providing turnkey project management, design, and installations of solar energy solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial clients. GAIN Renewables Services Inc is also a certified Tesla Solar Roof Installer. GAIN prides themselves on educating clients throughout the install process. Their NABCEP certified solar engineers then construct a design optimizing the solar layout. Their solar analyst evaluates each project’s current cost of electricity, to detail the savings and benefits. Each client receives a dedicated project manager who will update their clients on the project milestones. Solar Installations can be executed via Purchase, Lease, PPA (Power Purchase Agreement), and solar loans. GAIN’s mission is to provide affordable electricity to those who need it.

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The Green Energy Justice Cooperative (GEJC) is owned by its subscribers and supporters. GEJC is led by experienced community solar developers. Its current portfolio of three 3MW will serve 2,000 community solar subscribers, at least 50% Socially and Economically Disadvantaged Individuals (SEDI). GEJC exists to lower the energy burden of low-income households by working with communities to develop energy solutions that not just lead to reduced energy bills but also provide meaningful benefits such as community ownership and wealth building, job creation, energy savings, profit sharing, entrepreneurship, LMI household access, resilience, and grid benefits. GEJC is founded by a seasoned group of community-based organizations with deep understanding of the intricacies of the burgeoning clean energy transition which has led to successful advocacy efforts yielding the landmark Clean and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA), Illinois Solar for All, and the Community-Driven Community Solar programs.

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Since 2012, GRNE Solar has established roots throughout the Midwest and have developed teams to operate in two very different areas - commercial and residential. Headquartered in Illinois, their full-service solar installation team includes consultants, engineers, project managers, electricians, and solar installers. Collectively, they have over two decades of renewable energy and green construction experience. Throughout their eight years of solar installation, they have generated over 12 GWh of power.

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Groundswell builds people-centered solar projects that deliver energy equity and economic opportunity. Groundswell’s solar projects leverage private capital for social good – providing local investment, local jobs, locally generated clean power, and energy savings to local residents who need it the most.

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MWBE Livewire Construction is a Chicago-based electrical contractor committed to providing quality solar installation solutions to clients throughout Northeast Illinois. Livewire is passionate in their collaborative approach and have a vested interest in the success of each of their clients’ projects. Livewire provides solar installation and maintenance services across residential, municipal, nonprofit/institutional, and commercial sectors. Livewire is available to work with project developers as well as provide services directly to private clients in Chicago and its surrounding suburbs.

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Servicing the Chicagoland area for over 20 years, Millennium Solar Electric Inc. brings experience to the industry and is dedicated to providing quality energy efficiency programs. Millennium is an Electrical and Solar Contracting firm committed to providing high caliber electrical and solar PV services. Millennium’s services provide license professionals in renewable energy: consultation and power distribution, photovoltaic engineering, electrical contracting/engineering, heating and air condition, energy efficiency audits, financial feasibility analysis and integration of solutions including: • Large-scale solar PV – Commercial, Industrial and Power Purchase Agreements. • Utility scale battery storage systems • Commercial LED lighting solutions • Energy monitoring and consultancy

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Mission Energy serves the nonprofit market nationwide, providing time, expertise, and resources to analyze, fund, and build commercial solar projects on properties and land owned by nonprofit organizations. Founded in 2019 on the heels of developing the largest solar ground array ever built in Washington DC[JR1]  on behalf of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington DC, Mission Energy is full service, turn-key solar developer. Mission Energy devotes their time and expertise needed to understand, analyze, and help clients make fully informed decisions to transition to a cleaner energy economy and receive the economic, environmental and social benefits that transition entails.  By securing the necessary third-party capital to build solar installations on behalf of their clients, Mission Energy strives to achieve clean energy goals while at the same time minimizing capital outlays required of them, thus preserving their capital resources in service of their mission.

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National Solar Energy (NSE) is dedicated to helping Illinois save energy and “go green” by providing creative and affordable alternative energy (Solar) solutions! NSE has the expertise to install both residential and commercial systems. Founder and CEO, William Kerstein, has worked in the deregulation side of energy savings for over nine years and Co-Founder & Project Manager, Dan Seiler has over 20 years of alternative energy installation and experience.

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Novel Energy Solutions, LLC (NES), is a Midwest based company that specializes in reducing government, business, farm and residential energy costs through solar installations, energy-efficiency technologies, and unique financing options. Founded by a fifth-generation Minnesota farmer, Cliff Kaehler, NES focus is on helping farmers and their communities take advantage of the benefits of solar energy.  NES brought the first four Community Solar Gardens in Xcel’s Minnesota program online. NES works with utilities across all territories to install both CSGs and Distributed projects for businesses, churches, government, schools and farmers. NES is also currently installing projects through the Adjustable Block Program.

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In alignment with our commitment to high performance and sustainability, Pepper Energy is a company dedicated to renewable energy projects. We provide an experienced and fully integrated engineer-procure-construct (EPC) team located under one roof. From project development and permitting through interconnection, construction and startup, utilizing an integrated EPC partner helps to create a more seamless, predictable and cost-effective project experience. Whether you are considering a ground-mount or roof-mount array, we are ready to put our technical expertise, self-perform capabilities, safety first culture and transparent process to work for you. Pepper currently has more than 50 MW of projects under development or completed for our clients. We are also active members of the Green Building Solar Installation (GBSI) and Women of Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy (WRISE).  

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PSG Energy Group helps customers explore and implement energy savings and sustainability measures. PSG uses a comprehensive approach to identify opportunities to implement dependable, renewable, and turn-key solutions. PSG focuses on the K-12 and municipality sectors. Since 2016, PSG has partnered with over 20 schools in Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan to design, install, and maintain over 25MW of solar projects. Clients have seen reductions in operating costs in addition to making a positive impact on the environment and providing innovative learning opportunities for their communities.

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Renewable Energy Evolution (REE) is a Midwest renewable energy consultancy which concentrates on helping accelerate the energy industry towards cleaner power generation. REE’s experience includes the management and development of utility-scale renewable systems up to 50 MW to distributed solar and battery energy systems at 100 kw. REE was founded with the aim of being a leading adviser in the renewable energy market sector while directly improving people’s lives. REE has diverse backgrounds in public policy, economics, accounting, finance, management and engineering, which allows to address a range of issues and create value for customers. REE’s energy consultation services comprise of Community and Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Planning, Business Model Transformation, Power Supply Planning, Energy Assessment, Utility Formation, Utility Operations, Cost of Service & Rate Design, and working to create equity for all stakeholders in low to moderate income neighborhoods.

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RPG Energy Group comes from a diverse and experienced background within the renewables and construction industry with over 100 years of combined design team and construction experience. We strive to educate our partners and clients on how they can efficiently reduce their electricity spend through clean distributed generation technologies. RPG Energy Group offers a full turn-key solution from schematic design and engineering through final construction and system monitoring. Please reach out today to hear about our experience in the North East, North West, Cook County, and East Central regions of Illinois, as well as our current projects located within the ComEd and Ameren utility territories.

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Selenium Energy is a local Illinois-based, MWBE solar business.  Established in 2017, we are dedicated and committed to hiring and employing qualified-local residents that reflect the communities in which we serve.  Selenium offers turnkey solar options and solutions to renters, homeowners, businesses, non-profits, C & I customers.

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We are Simply E&C Corp, where we believe in "Electrical contracting. Done Simply. Done Right." As a proud member of the local 134 union, we have been a trusted name in the Chicagoland area and its surrounding suburbs for over 18 years. Our mission is to provide top-notch electrical services for both commercial and residential projects, ensuring that every job is completed with the highest standards of quality and safety. Simply E&C Corp is more than just an electrical contractor; we are a family-owned and operated business deeply rooted in our community. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional service with a personal touch, treating each project as if it were our own. Our extensive experience and dedication to our craft set us apart in the industry, allowing us to handle a wide array of electrical needs with efficiency and expertise.

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SOL POWER MIDWEST LLC is an Equity Eligible Contractor (EEC)-certified Approved Vendor with ILSFA and Illinois Shines Program with leadership having three decades of clean energy project development experience in active U.S. energy markets. SOL POWER brings a wealth of expertise to the Illinois energy market. The firm's leadership credentials includes Electrical Engineering and US Green Building Council, LEED Accredited Professional. SOL POWER's EquiESCO Clean Jobs Program provides a broad range of energy service company (ESCO) solutions to equity investment-eligible communities including designs and implementation of energy savings projects, retrofitting, energy conservation, electrification, EV Charging, renewable power generation, and risk management solutions. These services are available to both tax-paying and tax-exempt entities. We empower workforce and contractor development by hiring equity-eligible contractors and offering on-the-job training opportunities. SOL POWER offers NCCER Accredited Assessments and Training Programs fulfilling the high demand requirements of the Illinois Clean Energy Jobs and Training Program Inventory offering a roadmap for equity eligible persons to thrive.

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Solar Simplified, an innovative Community Solar platform, smoothly connects homeowners, renters, and businesses with local solar farms. Without any fees, upfront costs, or lengthy contracts, we offer an accessible and transparent path to renewable energy, while providing cost savings on consumers’ utility bills. Our mission, rooted in the belief that affordable renewable energy should illuminate every American home, is to drive mainstream solar adoption. Our proprietary technology brings solar power to those unable to install rooftop panels due to rental restrictions or financial constraints. To date, Solar Simplified services over 4,000 households, enabling them to back clean energy, subscribe to local Community Solar farms, and save on monthly electricity expenses. We are dedicated to democratizing solar access, particularly for Low and Moderate Income households. Our participation in the Illinois Solar For All Program is a testament to our commitment to fostering an inclusive solar future.

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Solstice was founded on the belief that every household can be powered by affordable renewable energy. They organize, educate, and innovate to make solar accessible to the 77% of Americans who can't install panels on their own roof - either because they rent their home, their roof is shaded, or they don't have the savings for panels. Solstice has enabled over 10,000 renters and homeowners nationwide to subscribe to shared solar farms in their neighborhood, support clean energy, and save money on their monthly electric bills, all without paying extra for their power or making changes to their homes. No community should be left behind - especially those that stand to benefit most from savings and cleaner air. Solstice has received recognition from the Department of Energy, Inc. Magazine, the Sierra Club, and Renewable Energy World for its work to expand solar access to low-to-moderate income Americans and is thrilled to participate in the Illinois Solar for All Program.

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StraightUp Solar was founded in 2006 and since then has installed more than 1,300 residential and commercial solar projects in Illinois and Missouri. StraightUp Solar is a full service, turn-key solar EPC installation company with a straightforward project management approach ready to see projects from initial concept to commissioning and operational support. StraightUp Solar became Certified as a Benefit Corporation (B Corp) in 2015. Certified B Corporations focus on people and planet before profit. They are committed to high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency and accountability. StraightUp Solar is an Illinois DG Certified company and meets all qualifications for qualified workforce within the Illinois Power Authority definitions.

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SunCode is a minority-owned and women-owned renewable energy development and investment company headquartered in Irvine California, with regional offices in several states, including a Chicago office in Illinois. SunCode values integration of their team’s development, financing, and technical expertise in energy generation projects, including community solar projects, and economic expertise in how to effectively utilize the Federal and local incentives to finance projects successfully. The SunCode team has experience in the development, design, construction, financing, and operation of over 2GW of solar and battery storage systems in the United States.

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Sunrise Solar is a premier solar energy solutions provider with a rich history of delivering exceptional service. Our team has over a decade of experience, we have established ourselves as industry leaders in harnessing sustainable energy for residential and commercial clients. Our comprehensive services encompass the entire solar journey, from consultation and design to installation and maintenance. At Sunrise Solar, we pride ourselves on our team of highly skilled professionals who are dedicated to ensuring seamless and efficient solar solutions tailored to individual needs. Our commitment to quality and innovation has earned us recognition and certifications, including being a certified installer DG by Illinois Commerce Commission, and maintaining accreditation from the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP).

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Sunrun is a large residential solar, storage and energy services company. With a mission to create a planet run by the sun, Sunrun has been in the industry since 2007 with its solar-as-a-service model, which provides clean energy to households with no upfront costs and at a savings compared to traditional electricity. The company designs, installs, finances, insures, monitors and maintains the systems, while families receive predictable pricing for 20 years or more.

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To achieve clean energy transformation requires the scale and operational excellence of global energy leaders combined with market-specific expertise of experienced renewable energy providers. TotalEnergies has established ambitious renewable energy generation goals, including investing $60 billion in renewable energy over the next decade, which will be deployed in large part as owner-operators of commercial and utility-scale solar projects. A known commercial solar and storage brand in the USA, the former SunPower C&I division was acquired by TotalEnergies in 2022 to lead commercial solar deployment in North America. TotalEnergies has 30 years of solar development and construction expertise with financing and procurement power to enable new opportunities — both domestically and internationally.

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Trajectory Solar IL, LLC brings together a background in solar development, financing, policy, and community engagement. Trajectory works with interested community members, organizations, businesses, and landowners to evaluate their options for potential projects across Illinois. Their approach involves working with local partners in environmental justice and low-income communities at every step of the solar development process, from site selection to subscriber outreach, and fostering a coalition of community organizations.

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Unity Solar Group facilitates the transition to green energy through solar power utilizing incentives to lower costs. They are dedicated to democratizing solar energy and simplifying the process for nonprofits and residents seeking to harness renewable power. Their primary mission revolves around educating and exceeding the expectations of their customers, empowering them to embrace the self-generation of clean energy. They work with residents and community leaders by navigating them through all benefits and incentives available in Illinois. By partnering with USG, customers can unlock long-term savings and reap the substantial sustainability advantages associated with renewable energy solutions.

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Verde Solutions is a full-service sustainable energy developer headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with in-house installation and construction capabilities. Verde Solutions partner with businesses, municipalities, non-profits, and educational organizations across the United States to develop comprehensive green energy solutions. The Verde Solutions team delivers projects on time and on budget. Their engineers, project managers, and installation team provides innovative results catered to their client’s unique vision, needs, and goals.

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MWBE VLV Development is a full-service development company serving most of the US and Puerto Rico. VLV builds, owns, operates, and finances clean energy infrastructure assets. They create jobs and advocate for market-driven solutions to climate change. VLV has successfully financed and developed 1.5 MWs of solar on behalf of, utilities, colleges, churches and housing portfolio owners. VLV recently completed the 1.1 MW PV Solar component for the Bronzeville Community Microgrid, a project that tests the concept of the Nation’s first Utility operated microgrid clusters, or a ‘grid of microgrids’. VLV also owns and operates a portfolio of clean energy projects in the City of Chicago. VLV is invested in designing solutions that work in Chicago and the State of Illinois. The team is comprised of native Chicagoans, Blacks, Latinos, veterans and other diverse experts. VLV considers themselves equal parts thought leader and developer, distilling their vision into tangible economic benefits for themselves and their clients.

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Windfree Wind and Solar Energy Company was founded in Chicago in 2009. Windfree's team includes a multi-disciplinary group of Chicago’s business, architectural, artistic, activists, and community leaders. The team believes alternative energy solutions must be researched, installed, monitored, tested and be supported by local legislation.  Windfree Solar is a Turnkey EPC (engineering, procurement, construction) with over 14 MW of solar installed in Illinois alone.  Windfree Solar operates throughout the Midwest, but Illinois is the target market.  Windfree Solar has in house construction crews, NABCEP certified and licensed installers and is focused on the construction of large community solar installations, ground mount single axis trackers, ballasted rooftop systems, and residential installations.

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Xolar renewable energy provides comprehensive solar services from design and installation through permits, approvals, and financing; handling solar projects from start to finish. Xolar is made up of a licensed team of people who are motivated, creative and focused on customer service. With an experienced installation team Xolar aims to help communities and organizations transform their relationship with energy. Xolar’s geographic coverage focuses on Kane, Kendall, DuPage and Will counties.