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Renewable Energy Program (CEJA) is sponsored by Illinois (through the Clean Energy Jobs Act - CEJA). This program provides rebates for solar installations and battery storage projects. It is part of Illinois' comprehensive energy efficiency funding under the Clean Energy Jobs Act.
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This site is your guide to training, funding, and business opportunities in the clean energy economy. Whether you are preparing for a career, growing your business, or starting a project, CEJA offers programs and support to help you succeed. Are you an organization or partner?
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The Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) became law on September 15, 2021 , setting Illinois on a path to achieve 100% clean energy by 2050 . CEJA is one of the nation's most ambitious climate and equity laws, designed to expand renewable energy, build a strong workforce, and ensure communities benefit from the transition. Support new renewable energy projects Expand electric vehicle use and charging station networks across the state.
Provide workforce training programs to prepare Illinois workers for clean energy careers. Support communities impacted by the shift away from fossil fuels. Together, these programs are creating thousands of new jobs and business opportunities while lowering pollution and energy costs.
Read the full legislation What is a Clean Energy Job? Clean energy jobs and careers are in renewable energy industries like solar and wind, energy efficient heating and cooling, battery storage, electric vehicles, and more. These jobs are growing fast, expanding into more and more industries, and pay well.
CEJA is making Illinois communities stronger and healthier by helping connect you with clean energy. Connect with your ET Navigator to learn more about specific clean energy career pathways and training options. Equity is important to the CEJA programming because equity is about fairness.
Equity means helping people based on need so that no one is left out. Historically, many people have not had access to equal opportunity. CEJA was written in a way that makes sure that all people in Illinois can benefit from clean energy.
It also makes sure that the communities more affected by pollution and extreme weather can receive more support. CEJA focuses on certain geographic areas and communities based on higher needs. These include “Environmental Justice” (EJ) communities as well as “Restore, Reinvest, Renew” (R3) communities.
A n “Equity Eligible Person” is defined as someone who: Lives in an EJ or R3 community Is a graduate of or currently enrolled in the foster care system, or Is formerly incarcerated. Please see the map on the ET Navigator Program webpage to see if you live in an EJ or R3 community. Navigators can also help you with this.
Contact us today ! CEJA also focuses on supporting people who: Identify as black, indigenous, or a person of color; Are or were in the child welfare system; Are energy workers or dependents of displaced energy workers; Are LGBTQ+ or gender nonconforming; Are youth who belong to any of these groups. Please see program webpages for specific eligibility requirements.
Have more questions? Email CEO. CEJA@Illinois.
gov . Choose your path to explore CEJA resources: For Students & Job Seekers For Local & State Partners
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Business-owned property. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $0.40-$0.75 per watt for solar; $200-$500 per kWh for battery storage. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Renewable Energy Program (CEJA) is funded by Illinois (through the Clean Energy Jobs Act - CEJA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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