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

Hawk-Attollo is a solar development partner that works collaboratively to support organizations and community leaders with the utilization of solar assets to further environmental sustainability, local economic impact, and financial stewardship.  Hawk-Attollo reviews project feasibility and creatively evaluates resources with the goal to offer a long-term power purchase agreement that eliminates any need for prepayments or other system design, installation, or maintenance costs.  Community solar may be uniquely designed to empower marginalized communities.  Whether for a critical service provider or for community solar, Hawk-Attollo envisions working in partnership to design and implement alternative energy solutions that are socially conscious and leveraged for greatest impact.

Contact information:

Jason Hawksworth
jason@hawkenergysolutions.com
309-231-3900

Yvonne Long
yvonne@hawkattollo.com
309-657-3177

Trajectory Solar IL, LCC 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.

Contact Information:

Jon Carson
info@trajectoryenergy.com
312-882-3713

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

Trajectory Energy Partners brings together a background in solar development, financing, policy, and community engagement. Trajectory Energy Partners 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.

Contact Information:

Tomás de’Medici
tdemedici@trajectoryenergy.com
708-420-1377

Moxie Solar has over a decade building solar arrays in the Midwest, with a focus on customer service. From 2008-2019, Moxie has built over 1200 arrays, has been the recipient of over 140 awards, and consistently receive high reviews from their customers. Moxie’s solar services include residential, commercial, agricultural, and industrial-scale photovoltaic solar arrays, and their electrical arm, Moxie Electric, employs their own Master and Journeyman Electricians so they do not sub-contract any part of the installation. Moxie is a NABCEP certified Solar Installer.

Contact Information:

Julian Vandervelde
Julian.vandervelde@moxiesolar.com
563-370-3216

JCD Solar Consulting LLC (JCD), operating under the tradename Melink Solar Development provides pre-construction development services for large-scale solar PV projects, including design, site review, permitting, and structured finance. JCD has more than a decade of experience working in solar project development in the Midwest and Northeast. Within the Illinois Solar For All program, JCD provides statewide project development services for large-scale projects (typically 2MW+ in size). JCD envisions a clean energy economy that couples sustainable practices, energy independence, and economic development to elevate communities across the country.

Contact Information:

JCD Solar Consulting, LLC
info@melinksolardevelopment.com
513-909-9650

Day and Night Solar brings years of experience and hundreds of solar projects to completion.  Projects range from small canopies structures in downtown urban areas to megawatt fields in the Caribbean.  DNS has performed work for Fortune 50 companies as well as local main street businesses. Day and Night Solar focuses on quality craftsmanship from the ground up utilizing local well-established and experienced electrical contractors. DNS has processed hundreds of applications, assisting clients, with rebate, interconnection, and net metering applications since its inception.

Contact Information:

Melinda Kershaw
Melinda@DayandNightSolar.com
(618) 344-4001

Rebecca Shackelford
Rebecca@DayandNightSolar.com
(618) 344-4001

Day and Night Solar brings years of experience and hundreds of solar projects to completion.  Projects range from small canopies structures in downtown urban areas to megawatt fields in the Caribbean.  DNS has performed work for Fortune 50 companies as well as local main street businesses. Day and Night Solar focuses on quality craftsmanship from the ground up utilizing local well-established and experienced electrical contractors. DNS has processed hundreds of applications, assisting clients, with rebate, interconnection, and net metering applications since its inception.

Contact Information:

Melinda Kershaw
Melinda@DayandNightSolar.com
(618) 344-4001

Rebecca Shackelford
Rebecca@DayandNightSolar.com
(618) 344-4001