Illinois Shines

The Illinois Shines program (statutorily defined as the Adjustable Block Program) supports the development of community solar projects and on-site solar, also referred to as distributed generation. Initially created through the Future Energy Jobs Act (FEJA), Illinois Shines makes going solar more affordable for residents and businesses across Illinois.

The Illinois Shines program provides incentives to develop new distributed solar and community solar projects through contracts to sell Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) generated by projects to Illinois utilities. RECs are the environmental attributes associated with the electricity production and are bought and sold separately from the electricity itself.  

With valuable incentives, robust consumer protections, and an emphasis on equity, Illinois Shines 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.