Tell us a little about you.
Start with a few household and contact details. No utility password, payment information or documents needed here.
MORE SUNSHINE. MORE POSSIBILITY.
A brighter way
to save on
electricity.
Your roof doesn’t need solar panels for you to benefit from solar. Discover community solar savings through Illinois Solar for All.
See if this could work for youFor eligible Illinois renters and homeowners.
✓ No rooftop installation✓ No upfront subscription cost*
SHARED SOLAR. LOCAL POSSIBILITY.
Solar benefits. No panels at home.One shared project. Many households.
A little clarity goes a long way.
Open to renters & homeownersIncome-based eligibilityKeep your electric utilitySIMPLE BY DESIGN
You don’t need a new roof.
Just a new way to save.
Community solar connects you to a shared solar project in your utility’s service area. Here’s the path from curiosity to credits.
Explore your options.
Eligibility, available projects and offer details need review. You can compare the provider’s costs and estimated savings before signing.
Let the sunshine add up.
After enrollment and activation, your share of a community solar project produces credits on your electricity bill.
UNDERSTAND THE SAVINGS
Less guesswork.
More transparency.
Illinois Solar for All limits community solar subscription fees to no more than half the value of the solar credits you receive.
That isn’t a promise of 50% off your whole bill. Your credits, other utility charges and provider’s terms affect your actual savings.
Read the official program details ↗AN EXAMPLE, NOT AN ESTIMATE
Solar bill credits$60
Subscription fee, at most− $30
Savings from those credits$30
Your offer may differ. Illustration only; this is not your total utility bill.
WHO IT’S FOR
Rent or own.
There may be a path for you.
Eligibility generally depends on where you live, household size and total household income—not whether you have a sunny roof.
Check the official income limits ↗An Illinois household
An available community solar project must serve your utility territory.
Within the income guidelines
Generally, gross household income at or below 80% of area median income. Limits vary by county and household size.
Room for individual circumstances
Not sure whose name is on the bill or whether you qualify? Select “Not sure” so your situation can be reviewed.
YOUR NEXT STEP
Start with
a few simple
questions.
No documents to hunt down.
No commitment to enroll.
- Three short steps
- Review your answers before finishing
- No payment details or Social Security number
This is an application for review, not official program enrollment. A provider must confirm eligibility and availability.
Try the application previewUse sample details. Nothing is stored or emailed.
Step 1 of 3 · Your home33%
ONE LAST LOOK
Review your application
Check your details before finishing the preview.
You’ve reached the end.
This is the application preview. No application was sent, and your details were not saved.
When the site launches, completed applications will be sent to the review team.
GOOD QUESTIONS. CLEAR ANSWERS.
Let’s clear
a few things up.
Know what you’re signing up for, before you sign up.
Is this a cash grant or help with overdue bills?
No. Illinois Solar for All helps eligible participants benefit from solar energy. Community solar can reduce ongoing electricity costs; it is not a cash payment or a promise to clear overdue balances.
Will someone install panels on my home?
Not with community solar. You subscribe to a share of a solar project elsewhere in your utility territory. Residential Solar is a different option that installs panels on an eligible property.
What does it cost?
The program’s Community Solar page describes no upfront subscription costs. Ongoing subscription fees cannot exceed half the value of your solar credits. Review your provider’s specific offer and disclosure form before signing.
Can renters participate?
Yes. Community solar is available to income-eligible renters and homeowners. Your electric account arrangement and available projects still need to be checked.
How soon would I start saving?
There is no guaranteed start date. Your provider can explain enrollment timing and whether your project is already producing electricity. Submitting this form does not activate credits.
Will I keep my utility company?
Yes. A community solar subscription is not a switch away from your electric delivery utility. You still receive an electric bill; credits and subscription billing depend on your offer.
What happens after I apply?
Your request will need review. Formal participation involves eligibility verification, an available project, standard disclosures and a provider agreement. This private preview does not send applications.
What if I want rooftop solar instead?
Illinois Solar for All also has a Residential Solar option. Property ownership, household eligibility and the site’s suitability matter. Choose that option in the form, or read about residential solar ↗.
What protections do participants have?
Participating providers must give you a standard disclosure form before you sign a contract. The official Community Solar page describes a three-day cancellation period without penalties, and cancellation at any time with 30 days’ notice. Review your offer and contract for the applicable terms. Read the participant protections ↗.
What if I already receive LIHEAP assistance?
Participating local LIHEAP agencies can help verified households connect with community solar through the program’s referral process. Ask your agency about participation; eligibility for LIHEAP does not by itself activate a solar subscription.
Where can I get official program help?
Call Illinois Solar for All at 888-970-4732 for English or Spanish assistance, or use the official information-request form ↗. If your income is above the ILSFA limit, Illinois Shines ↗ may offer other options.
Is this the official Illinois Solar for All website?
No. Solar Savings Illinois is an independent information and application-review website. It is not Ameren Illinois, a government agency or the program administrator. You can also contact the official program directly ↗.
A SMALL STEP TOWARD SOMETHING BRIGHTER