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The Download Data page is a repository of datasets powering the Illinois Clean Energy Dashboard. Each dataset is accompanied by downloadable files to provide transparency into the sources and procedures used in our visualizations.

Here, visitors can access the datasets utilized in the visualizations, facilitating independent analysis and extraction of valuable insights. Visitors can also access comprehensive, detailed information on each dataset's source, methodology, and relevant contextual details.

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Dataset Category Data Sources

Electricity Generation Mix

(Data for this category comes from an external source, please visit link to original source exhibited in right-hand column)

U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). (October 26, 2023). Net Generation by State by Type of Producer by Energy Source (EIA-906, EIA-920, and EIA-923).

Midwest Solar and Wind Capacity

(Data for this category comes from an external source, please visit link to original source exhibited in right-hand column)

Generation Attribute Tracking System (GATS). (July 2, 2024).
Renewable Generators Registered in GATS
 

Midwest Renewable Energy Tracking System (M-RETS). (July 8, 2024). M-RETS.
 

Hoen, D. B., Diffendorfer, J. E., Rand, J. T., Kramer, L. A., Garrity, C. P., and Hunt, H. E. (May 10, 2024). United States Wind Turbine Database v7.0.; U.S. Geological Survey, American Clean Power Association, and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory data release.
 

Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA). (Q12024). State-By-State Map. SEIA.
 

Illinois Department of Public Health (DPH). (2020, April 1).
Population by Race and Ethnicity for Illinois and its Counties

IPA Initiatives

IPA Initiatives (XLSX)
Illinois Power Agency. (October 2024). IPA Initiatives.
CleanEnergy.Illinois.Gov

Illinois Shines

IL-Shines (XLSX)
Illinois Power Agency. (October 2024). Illinois Shines.
CleanEnergy.Illinois.Gov

Illinois Solar for All

ILSFA (XLSX)
Illinois Power Agency. (October 2024). Illinois Solar for All.
CleanEnergy.Illinois.Gov

Competitive Procurements

Competitive Procurements (XLSX)
Illinois Power Agency. (October 2024). Competitive Procurements.
CleanEnergy.Illinois.Gov

Resources

Tracking Illinois' Progress

ELECTRICITY GENERATION MIX

Illinois has a diverse electricity generation mix, which serves to enhance energyreliability. Explore the Electricity Generation visualizations to trace the state’sevolution in electricity generation – and to see how the state’s electricitygeneration mix compares to its Midwest counterparts. The visualizations offervisitors a detailed look into Illinois’ transition from traditional to renewableenergy.
MIDWEST SOLAR AND WIND CAPACITY

Illinois ranks second in the Midwest for installed renewable power capacityand fifth nationwide for installed wind power capacity. Explore the Windand Solar Installed Capacity visualizations to view detailed maps of installedwind and solar power capacities, which show comparisons betweenMidwest states and across Illinois counties.
IPA INITIATIVES

Illinois has made significant strides in transitioning to renewable energy, largely due to a strong Renewable Portfolio Standard. Additionally, comprehensive state policies like Future Energy Jobs Act (FEJA), which took effect in 2017, and the Climate & Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA), which took effect in 2021, have significantly ramped up renewable energy development in the state, while prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion at the forefront of the clean energy economy. Explore the IPA Initiatives visualizations to gain insights on the renewable energy development within the Illinois RPS.
ILLINOIS SHINES

With valuable incentives, robust consumer protections, and an emphasis on equity, Illinois Shines (statutorily defined as the Adjustable Block Program) helps ensure everyone in Illinois can play a role in its clean energy future. Explore the Illinois Shines visualizations to see solar projects that are under development and energized (or operational) and learn how the program is driving statewide adoption of solar energy, positioning Illinois as a leader in the regional clean energy transition.
ILLINOIS SOLAR FOR ALL

Illinois Solar for All (ILSFA) brings the benefits of solar energy to income- eligible households, nonprofit organizations, and public facilities. ILSFA ensures that every resident and community in Illinois can access clean and affordable energy. Explore the ILSFA visualizations to view solar projects that are energized and under development in Environmental Justice and Income-Eligible communities. The visualizations also showcase Energy Sovereignty projects that promote energy ownership.
COMPETITIVE PROCUREMENTS

As part of administering the Illinois RPS, the IPA conducts competitive procurements for Renewable Energy Credits from new utility-scale wind, utility-scale solar, and brownfield site photovoltaic projects. Explore the competitive procurements visualizations to gain insights on energized and under development utility-scale wind, utility-scale solar, and brownfield site photovoltaic projects supported by the IPA.
EQUITY

Operationalizing equity standards in the clean energy sector is central to the IPA’s work. The IPA prioritizes equity in the clean energy sector by ensuring clean energy companies are meeting minimum equity requirements and strengthening participation of Minority- and Women- Owned Business Enterprise participation and supporting Equity Eligible Contractors and Equity Eligible Persons in renewable programs and procurements. Explore the Equity visualizations to see how the Agency is using equity-specific data to identify disparities, gaps, opportunities, and progress to build a clean energy economy for all.

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