Helping Illinois Residents Receive What's Theirs
Our state has set aside benefits to help Illinoisans get access to solar energy, and many people never hear about them. We're honored to help spread the word.
Visit the Official Program Website ↗What Is Illinois Shines?
Illinois Shines is the State of Illinois' program supporting solar energy across the state, including rooftop solar and community solar projects. It exists to make clean, local energy more accessible to residents, businesses, schools and communities.
The details, such as eligibility, incentives and timelines, are set by the state and updated from time to time. That's exactly why we don't try to restate them here. The official website is always the source of truth.
An Honor, and a Responsibility
Most people don't know the help is out there. Reaching them, in person and with respect, is the kind of work we're proud to do.
Many Miss Out
Programs like this only help the people who hear about them. Awareness is the first barrier.
Positive for Everyone
It's a net-positive effort for residents, for local communities and for Illinois' energy future.
Trust Is the Work
We take our role seriously. We represent the program honestly and we send people to official sources.
Our Role: Outreach, Done Right
Energy Freedom Project is an approved participant in Illinois Shines (TBC: confirm exact status, such as Approved Vendor or Designee). Our team meets residents where they are, explains what the program is, and helps interested people take the next step.
- We introduce the program. A friendly, no-pressure conversation about what Illinois Shines is.
- We answer what we can. And we're honest when the answer is "check the official site."
- We point you to official resources. You can read the details for yourself, anytime.
- You decide. There's never any obligation to talk to us or to take part.
Verify Everything. We Encourage It.
Anyone knocking on your door or standing at a table should be happy to be checked. These are the official places to do it.
Official Resources
Common Questions
Is Energy Freedom Project part of the government?
No. We are an independent organization. The program is run by the State of Illinois, and we are not a government agency.
Do I have to pay to talk to you?
No. A conversation is free and carries no obligation.
Where can I get the current rules and details?
On the official website at illinoisshines.com. Program details change over time, so that's always the best source.
How do I know the person I'm talking to is legitimate?
Ask to see their identification, and use the official approved participant list linked above to check. If anything feels off, you can report it through the Consumer Complaint Center.
Does this page list rates, incentives or deadlines?
No, on purpose. They change, and we don't want to give you outdated information. See the official site.
Questions About Working With Us?
Whether you're a company, a school or community group, or a business, we'd be glad to talk.