Illinois solar guides
What Illinois homeowners need to know before going solar, written for ComEd and Ameren customers.
Illinois solar incentives in 2026
The 30% federal tax credit for homeowners is gone, but Illinois still has some of the strongest state solar programs in the country. Here's what's left and who qualifies.
How net metering works in Illinois now
Since January 1, 2025, new solar customers in ComEd and Ameren territory get credited for exported power at the supply rate. Here's what that means for your bill.
Illinois Shines, explained
Illinois Shines is the main reason solar in Illinois can cost far less than the sticker price. Here's how it works for ComEd and Ameren homeowners.
The federal solar tax credit in 2026
The 30% credit homeowners used for a decade is gone for new systems. Here's what still applies and how to make solar work without it.
Solar lease vs. buying in Illinois
With the federal homeowner credit gone, the math between owning and leasing solar in Illinois has shifted. Here's how to choose.
Is solar worth it in Illinois?
Illinois gets less sun than Arizona, but strong state incentives and rising utility rates make solar a good deal for many homes. Here's how to tell if yours is one.
Find out how much you can save with solar
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