Solar Power: A Brief History

With long history of constant improvements in the technology combined with current global direction towards grid-parity, the solar industry’s promise of clean and sustainable energy is here to stay.

Quick Introduction to Solar in Illinois

Many states, Illinois for example, have incentive programs supporting the development of new solar generation. Illinois Power Agency (IPA) runs a program called Adjustable Block Program which offers a set price for purchase of Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) via 15-year contracts from qualifying projects.

Burrus Family’s Journey to Solar Electricity

Inspired by seeing a solar array in operation and excited about the incentives from the clean energy certificates, the Burrus family decided it’s time they switched to solar power. Deb called a couple of solar contractors and ultimately picked IM Sustainable.