Stretch Code Adoption Grants
The Stretch Building Code Grant Program is designed to facilitate the adoption, implementation, and enforcement of the Illinois Stretch Energy Code by supporting local governments with the necessary resources to navigate this process. The program will provide financial support for education, community engagement, and technical assistance to ensure that municipalities are well-equipped to integrate the stretch code into their regulatory frameworks. Over the five-year program period, the goal is to have 90 municipalities and local government units adopt the Illinois Stretch Energy Code, contributing to statewide emissions reductions and greater energy efficiency in both new and existing building stock.
Through this grant program, municipalities will receive funding that enables these local governments to better understand the stretch code, determine local impacts, support community engagement, and develop implementation plans. The program aims to streamline the process by offering resources for internal capacity-building, public engagement efforts, and technical training for staff responsible for code enforcement.
Due: May 23, 2025 by 5:00 PM CDT
Small Utility Clean Energy Planning Grants
The Small Utility Clean Energy Planning Grant Program is designed to facilitate the transition of municipal and cooperative utilities to cleaner energy sources by supporting their planning efforts. The program will provide financial assistance for technical assessments, procurement strategies, and implementation planning to help these utilities secure renewable power purchase agreements (PPAs) and integrate clean energy generation into their portfolios.
Through this grant program, municipal and cooperative utilities will receive funding to assess their energy needs, evaluate available renewable energy options, and develop procurement strategies that align with Illinois’ decarbonization goals. The initiative aims to equip utilities with the resources needed to navigate the complexities of clean power integration, ensuring compliance with state and federal climate policies while maintaining reliable and affordable electricity service.
Due: June 3, 2025 by 5:00 PM CDT