Illinois Shines Community Solar - Income Qualified

Illinois Shines / Illinois Power Agency

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Availability: Available
Listed amount: 50% bill savings, no upfront cost

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About This Program

The Grant Map catalogs Illinois Shines Community Solar - Income Qualified in its Bloomington, IL research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.

Community solar program for income-qualified households providing guaranteed 50% savings on electric bills with no upfront cost or installation required. Credits applied automatically to monthly bill.

50% savings on electric supply portion of monthly bill, no cost to participate

Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

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Key Details

50% savings on electric bills
No upfront cost or installation
Income at or below 80% AMI
Available to homeowners and renters
Credits applied automatically each month

How to Apply

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Documents you will likely need

Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
A recent utility bill for the home (energy and weatherization programs use it to confirm service and usage).
Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).

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Program phone: (877) 783-1820

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Deadline: Ongoing enrollment

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Frequently asked questions

What amount is listed for Illinois Shines Community Solar - Income Qualified in Bloomington, IL?

The Grant Map record states: 50% bill savings, no upfront cost. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.

What audience tags are recorded for Illinois Shines Community Solar - Income Qualified in Bloomington?

The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters. It also carries a low-income tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.

How do I apply for Illinois Shines Community Solar - Income Qualified in Bloomington, IL?

Confirm the application route directly with Illinois Shines / Illinois Power Agency; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (877) 783-1820. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.

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