SOLAR BENEFITS.

• Cost savings: solar is now significantly cheaper than buying power from the grid in Illinois
• Job creation: by installing solar on one or more buildings, municipalities can help spur solar job creation in their local community
• Commitment to sustainability: installing solar can help your municipality meet its sustainability goals by decreasing reliance on coal & fossil fueled power electricity (without having to add to the local budget or ask for tax increases)
• Spur community action: by installing solar panels on your buildings, you can lead by signaling your commitment to the local community to help jump-start the local clean energy economy.
• Reliability: solar panels not only provide you with the reliable energy needed to run your school or office, but the solar panels themselves are dependable & long-lasting

Although other energy options exist, such as wind or carbon credits, solar is the clear winner because of the ease of installation, long-lasting equipment, and lack of moving parts makes. Building a solar array sends a powerful message to constituents and voters that their municipality is actively investing in the future.