Illinois RPS Progress
Illinois has made significant progress in expanding renewable energy, largely due to a strong Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which sets ambitious renewable energy goals for the state. The RPS is a cornerstone of Illinois’ clean energy goals, supporting programs and procurements that increase renewable generation statewide.
Through implementation of the 2017 Future Energy Jobs Act (FEJA) and the 2021 Climate & Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA), Illinois experienced a significant increase in the rate of new solar project development. Additionally, these landmark policies have expanded access to clean energy opportunities for communities that have historically faced systemic environmental and economic disparities.
Building on this momentum, the 2026 Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act (CRGA), strengthens grid reliability, supports the integration of energy storage, and enables continued growth of Illinois' renewable energy portfolio, helping create a more resilient, sustainable energy future for all Illinoisans.
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Use the interactive tool below to gain insights on renewable energy development and progress under Illinois' RPS.
Discover how contracted solar and wind projects contribute to meeting RPS goals.
Compare different generation metrics using the RPS Calculator Tool.
Track Illinois' progress toward its RPS goals of 40% by 2030 and 50% by 2040.
About the Data
The data shown here reflects information from the Agency’s RPS Budget Model and is updated concurrently with updates to the model. Additionally, it features data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration, which is updated according to its reporting schedule. The data is provided in an interactive RPS calculator tool.
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External Resources
To learn about the Illinois Power Agency, please visit the IPA website.
To learn about the IPA’s solar incentive programs, please visit the Illinois Shines website or the Illinois Solar for All website.
To learn about the IPA’s utility-scale competitive procurements, please visit the Utility-Scale Renewable Energy Projects page on the IPA website.
To learn about the IPA's Energy Workforce Equity Portal please visit Energy Equity Illinois.