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    A Bright Future Ahead: Cost-Effective Solar in Illinois, October 15, 5:30pm, Chicago

  • 15 October 2019
  • Start time : 05:30 PM
  • End time : 07:00 PM
  • Event Host : Illinois Green Building Alliance
  • Event Location : IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law, 565 West Adams Street, Chicago, IL, 60661, United States
Cost-Effective Solar in Illinois
Event Description

Thanks to programs like Illinois Solar For All and the Adjustable Block Program, available through the Future Energy Jobs Act, solar power in Illinois is becoming more affordable than ever. This symposium and panel will present and discuss several programs available in the state, what they have accomplished so far and what they see as the future of solar energy in Illinois, and current and future policies that are supporting the expansion of renewable energy in Illinois.

  • Host Company/Organization Name
    • Illinois Green Building Alliance
  • Speakers / Presenters
    • - Laura Oakleaf, Elevate Energy

      Laura will cover a general overview and intention of the program, status/projects to date/any outcomes, what’s ahead, steps to participate

      - Audrey Steinbach, Illinois Power Agency

      Aubrey will talk about the Adjustable Block Program (ABP) - General overview and intention of the program, status/projects to date/any outcomes, what’s ahead, steps to participate

      - Leslie McCain, Illinois Solar Energy Association

      Leslie will bring the solar industry perspective – how are solar companies preparing? Data and projections on the solar market growth in IL

      - Edith Makra, Metropolitan Mayors Caucus

      Edith will discuss the municipal programs that the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus is supporting

      - Moderator: Brad Klein, Environmental Law & Policy Center
  • Cost
    • Member – $10.00
      Non Member – $20.00
  • Event type
    • Panel Discussion

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