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The following news clips highlight Illinois involvement in recent renewable energy and energy efficiency projects and list in chronological order. Here you can scroll through of stories dating back to 2003. Alternatively, you can search state energy news by state and topic.

January 16, 2012

Illinois Wind for Schools Application Due March 1

The program will offer curriculum development resources, teacher professional development, on-site technical assistance, and instructional equipment to middle school and high school teachers across the state. More

January 16, 2012

Illinois Wind for Schools Application Due March 1

The program will offer curriculum development resources, teacher professional development, on-site technical assistance, and instructional equipment to middle school and high school teachers across the state. More

September 7, 2011

DOE Awards up to $12 Million to Support Drop-In Biofuels

DOE will award up to $12 million in support of three drop-in biofuels projects in Illinois, North Carolina, and Wisconsin. More

September 7, 2011

DOE Awards up to $12 Million to Support Drop-In Biofuels

DOE will award up to $12 million in support of three drop-in biofuels projects in Illinois, North Carolina, and Wisconsin. More

August 16, 2011

Viridian Energy Launches Green Power Service for Chicago Customers

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August 16, 2011

Viridian Energy Launches Green Power Service for Chicago Customers

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March 8, 2011

Illinois' Inaugural Clean Energy Challenge Names Winners

The inaugural Clean Energy Challenge in Illinois awarded $130,000 in prizes to competitors in the business plan contest for top Illinois clean tech entrepreneurs. More

March 8, 2011

Illinois' Inaugural Clean Energy Challenge Names Winners

The inaugural Clean Energy Challenge in Illinois awarded $130,000 in prizes to competitors in the business plan contest for top Illinois clean tech entrepreneurs. More

December 15, 2010

Illinois Commission Approves Long-Term Renewable Power Contracts for Utilities

The Illinois Commerce Commission has granted permission for the state's two utilities, Commonwealth Edison Company and Ameren Illinois Utilities, to sign 20-year contracts to purchase renewable energy. More

December 15, 2010

Illinois Commission Approves Long-Term Renewable Power Contracts for Utilities

The Illinois Commerce Commission has granted permission for the state's two utilities, Commonwealth Edison Company and Ameren Illinois Utilities, to sign 20-year contracts to purchase renewable energy. More

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