Shine On: Illinois Hopes to Continue Solar Boom Despite Federal Headwinds

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By By Douglas J. GuthJun 9, 2025, 4:55 am81 pts
Renewable energy advocates point to a 2021 law and state dollars as reasons for optimism in a challenging time. By Douglas J. Guth Illinois saw unprecedented solar growth in 2024, adding 2.5 gigawatts of capacity to nearly double its total generation potential from the year before. But this year, the state…

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