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.

Contact Information:

Ky Ajay, IL-SFA Project Developer
309-319-6093
ky.ajay@straightupsolar.com

Dan Hancock, IL-SFA Project Developer
636-222-3938
dan.hancock@straightupsolar.com

Shannon Fulton, VP of Development
309-830-5039
shannon@straightupsolar.com

Rethink Electric is based in Wood Dale, IL and has decades of experience as certified electricians and NABCEP PV Installation Professionals working on residential, commercial, & utility installations. Rethink Electric has put together a team of enthusiastic solar employees that are 100% dedicated to rethinking the way electrical power is delivered. Rethink’s core values are safety, craftsmanship, and efficiency.

Contact Information:

Mike Nicolosi
mike@rethinkelectric.com
(630)747-4587

93Energy is excited to help homeowners and businesses harness power from 93 million miles away.  93Energy is an exclusive SunPower residential and commercial dealer with decades of residential and commercial construction experience.  We offer Purchase, Lease, Loan and PPA options for fit every budget.  93Energy is based in the Evanston-Skokie area and dedicated to seeing Illinois become a national leader in the solar industry.

Contact Information:

Rob Saldivar, Sales Manager
rzaldivar@93energy.com
773-797-4183

Eric Payne, President
epayne@93energy.com
773-517-5295

Ailey Solar Electric was founded in 2007 and began solar electric installation work in 2012 and later added home energy storage and electric vehicle charging installation work. Since then Ailey Solar Electric has installed over 240 residential installations and a number of commercial projects. They stand behind their work. Ailey Solar’s founders, Jack Ailey and Dorian Breuer, have worked for over 15 years fighting for environmental justice on the southside of Chicago, IL. They want to increase solar installation as much as possible because it saves consumers money, provide jobs and is good for the environment. Both Jack and Dorian are NABCEP certified for Photovoltaic installation. Ailey Solar is a union shop organized with the United Electrical, Radio and Machine Workers of America.

Contact Information

Jack Ailey
jack@aileysolarelectric.com
312-802-9004

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 Workforce Development.

Contact Information:

Brian Maillet
bmaillet@renewableenergyevolution.com
414-499-0799

Amit Shukla
ashukla@renewableenergyevolution.com
952-239-5896

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.

Contact Information:

John A. Nunez
John.a.nunez@gmail.com
773-507-0941

Christopher Williams
milleniumsolar@icloud.com
708-926-9184

Selenium Energy is a local Illinois based 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.

Contact Information:

T.O. Polk
info@selenium34.com

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.

Contact Information:

contact@goxolar.com
630-908-2525

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.

Contact Information:

Eric Heineman
eheineman@windfree.us
773-576-9835

Founded in 2007, WCP Solar (WCP) is an Illinois-based solar developer and contractor. WCP specializes in the design, development, and installation of PV systems and are active members of the Naperville Chamber of Commerce, Solar Energy Industries Association, and Illinois Solar Energy Association. WCP serves the Chicagoland area with a focus on Cook, Will, Lake, Kendall, Winnebago, and DuPage counties. WCP has completed more than 15 MW of PV projects in Illinois for residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal clients.

Contact Information:

630-729-2099
800-WCP-0717