Illinois SRECs Explained: How Chicago Businesses Earn Money from Solar Renewable Energy Certificates

Illinois doesn’t have traditional SRECs. Instead, the Adjustable Block Program (Illinois Shines) pays commercial solar owners fixed-rate REC payments for 15 years. Here’s how Chicago businesses can take advantage.
How Chicago Businesses Are Financing Commercial Solar in 2026

Explore commercial solar financing options for Chicago businesses: PPAs, loans, PACE financing, and leases. Windfree Solar breaks down which structure fits your business.