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22C and Friends of Uplift Enter into Uptown Sustainability Partnership for Students

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木曜日, 5月 2, 2024
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The Partnership will also provide Uplift with funds for key building and facility upgrades so students can have a dedicated Pathway homeroom on campus.

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  • The Partnership will also provide Uplift with funds for key building and facility upgrades so students can have a dedicated Pathway homeroom on campus.
  • "We have an opportunity to create something at the school that will provide opportunities for students in very significant and life-changing ways," said Jeremy Falk, President of FOU.
  • For the Partnership 22C has committed over one million dollars to FOU as the groups continue to work together.
  • "What excites me the most about this partnership between 22C, Uplift and Friends of Uplift are the opportunities that will open up to some of our most marginalized students," said Dr. Graham.

Aspen Power To Acquire Community Solar Portfolio in Illinois

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水曜日, 5月 1, 2024
Alternative Energy, Energy, Environment, Other Energy, Sustainability, CEJA, Policy, Solar energy, Community solar, Senior, Aspen, Acquisition, Community, Climate, Renewable energy

Aspen Power , a distributed generation platform with the mission of accelerating and democratizing decarbonization, announced today that it is partnering with a developer to acquire 20 community solar projects up to 19 MW, primarily in Illinois.

Key Points: 
  • Aspen Power , a distributed generation platform with the mission of accelerating and democratizing decarbonization, announced today that it is partnering with a developer to acquire 20 community solar projects up to 19 MW, primarily in Illinois.
  • Expanding Aspen’s geographical portfolio plays a significant role in advancing decarbonization and increasing access to green energy in new communities,” said Dan Gulick, Senior Vice President, Community Solar, Aspen Power.
  • This acquisition continues the expansion of states where Aspen Power owns and operates community solar projects.
  • With the addition of the Illinois portfolio, Aspen currently owns and operates community solar projects across five states with community solar programs: Maine, New York, Maryland, and California.

ComEd Joins Bronzeville Community to Unveil New Public EV Chargers

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木曜日, 4月 25, 2024
Other Energy, Automotive, EV, Electric Vehicles, Environment, Alternative Energy, Green Technology, Energy, DOE, EXC, EVS, Respiratory Health Association, Investment, Level 2, Greenhouse gas, CEJA, Commonwealth, MUD, Sustainable energy, Electricity, Transport, Illinois College of Optometry, Exelon, Patient, Commonwealth Edison, Faculty, ICO, Student, Illinois College, Atmosphere, Asthma, Climate, Air pollution, Renewable energy

Because densely populated areas have limited access to EV charging, and fewer parking lots to accommodate public charging infrastructure, curbside charging will be critical for EV adoption in these areas.

Key Points: 
  • Because densely populated areas have limited access to EV charging, and fewer parking lots to accommodate public charging infrastructure, curbside charging will be critical for EV adoption in these areas.
  • Since the start of this pilot in 2022, the five Bronzeville chargers installed throughout the community have served nearly 300 unique drivers, and more than 2,800 charging sessions.
  • The chargers are strategically placed throughout the Bronzeville community to support individuals living in multi-unit dwellings (MUDs), including apartment complexes and condominium buildings.
  • As a ComEd Community of the Future , Bronzeville is a key example of the clean energy transformation happening in Illinois.

Constellation Seeks License to Operate Dresden Clean Energy Center for an Additional 20 Years

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水曜日, 4月 17, 2024
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This is more clean energy than all of Illinois’ wind and solar facilities have produced to date.

Key Points: 
  • This is more clean energy than all of Illinois’ wind and solar facilities have produced to date.
  • Nuclear energy plants are the only carbon-free, baseload energy resources that can operate 24/7 in all weather conditions.
  • “Constellation’s Dresden Clean Energy Center is an economic engine for Grundy County and the surrounding communities,” said Nancy Norton, president and CEO of Grundy County Economic Development.
  • In February, Constellation announced it is seeking license renewal for its Clinton Clean Energy Center in Central Illinois.

Gov. Pritzker Joins ComEd to Present G&W Electric with Record High $2.6 Million Rebate for Largest Commercial Solar/Storage Installation in Illinois

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月曜日, 4月 15, 2024
Manufacturing, Environmental Health, Other Energy, Utilities, Other Manufacturing, Green Technology, Alternative Energy, Environment, Energy, Engineering, Machinery, Climate change, Investment, CEJA, DG, Partnership, Electricity, General assembly, Carbon, Generator, Football, Assembly, Distributed generation, Renewable energy

It is available to commercial, industrial, and residential customers that install an eligible distributed electric renewable generation system.

Key Points: 
  • It is available to commercial, industrial, and residential customers that install an eligible distributed electric renewable generation system.
  • Distributed generation refers to a variety of technologies that generate electricity at or near where it will be used.
  • In 2023, ComEd completed more than 14,900 solar systems, including commercial and industrial customers, residential projects, and community solar farms.
  • In 2023, ComEd received a record-high 20,253 applications from residential, commercial, and industrial customers to connect solar panels and other distributed energy resources to ComEd’s grid.

ComEd, HIRE360 Accepting New Applications for Take Charge EV Pre-Apprenticeship Program

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月曜日, 3月 25, 2024
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ComEd and HIRE360, a nonprofit that connects underserved minority businesses and communities to jobs in the building trades across the region, today announced the return of Take Charge: EV Charging Pre-Apprenticeship program.

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  • ComEd and HIRE360, a nonprofit that connects underserved minority businesses and communities to jobs in the building trades across the region, today announced the return of Take Charge: EV Charging Pre-Apprenticeship program.
  • Piloted last year, the program was designed to prepare area residents with the skills training for construction trades roles supporting the growing electric vehicle (EV) industry in Illinois.
  • Applications are being accepted now through March 29 at HIRE360Chicago.com/ComEd .
  • This program is one example of the career training programs ComEd offers in partnership with community-based organizations.

ComEd Refiles Multi-Year Grid Plan to Advance Region’s Economic, Climate and Equity Goals

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木曜日, 3月 14, 2024
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In December of 2023, the ICC rejected ComEd’s original multi-year grid plan, requiring ComEd to file a revised grid plan in 90 days, and asking the company for a plan that includes additional focus on affordability, cost effectiveness and benefits to equity investment eligible communities (EIECs).

Key Points: 
  • In December of 2023, the ICC rejected ComEd’s original multi-year grid plan, requiring ComEd to file a revised grid plan in 90 days, and asking the company for a plan that includes additional focus on affordability, cost effectiveness and benefits to equity investment eligible communities (EIECs).
  • “We heard the Commissioners’ concerns and have worked diligently these past three months to create a plan that is responsive to their feedback while positioning ComEd to help the state achieve its clean energy and equity goals,” said Gil Quiniones, ComEd President and CEO .
  • As electricity plays a larger role in the daily lives of customers and communities, the need to preserve ComEd’s nation-leading reliability is critical.
  • For the second year in a row, it was recognized by PA Consulting, which named ComEd the most reliable utility in the U.S in 2023.

Chicago Businessman Presents Expert Panels Discussing Clean Energy, Electric Vehicles; Event was the second in Juan Calahorrano's Building Opportunities Series

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月曜日, 3月 18, 2024
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CHICAGO, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Illinois government officials and industry experts discussed the future of clean/renewal energy projects and the electric vehicles industry for industry representatives at attendance during the second in the Building Opportunities Series held at the Chicago offices of Burns & McDonnell Engineering. The series was created by Juan Calahorrano of the Chicago-based JLC & Associates as a way to network and learn from industry professionals.

Key Points: 
  • The series was created by Juan Calahorrano of the Chicago-based JLC & Associates as a way to network and learn from industry professionals.
  • CHICAGO, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Illinois government officials and industry experts discussed the future of clean/renewal energy projects and the electric vehicles industry for industry representatives at attendance during the second in the Building Opportunities Series held at the Chicago offices of Burns & McDonnell Engineering .
  • The series was created by Juan Calahorrano of the Chicago-based JLC & Associates as a way to network and learn from industry professionals.
  • "Clean energy and electric vehicles are crucial for cities big and small throughout Illinois.

ComEd Announces New EV Rebates for Business and Public Sector Customers; Applications to Open February 15

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木曜日, 2月 8, 2024
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The two new EV rebate programs will begin accepting applications on February 15, 2024, with funds awarded on a first come, first served basis.

Key Points: 
  • The two new EV rebate programs will begin accepting applications on February 15, 2024, with funds awarded on a first come, first served basis.
  • New EV rebates for businesses and public sector customers follows the recent launch of the EV Charger and Installation Rebate Program for residential customers, for which customer can apply for by visiting ComEd.com/Clean .
  • “ComEd’s new EV programs complement state and federal incentives designed to boost EV adoption and charging buildout on a larger scale.
  • For more information on eligibility and to apply for new EV rebates on or after February 15th, visit www.comed.com/clean .

ComEd Encourages Residential Customers to Apply for New EV Charger and Installation Rebate

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木曜日, 2月 1, 2024
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Through the $5 million EV Charger and Installation Rebate Program , ComEd customers can receive rebates of up to $3,750 to offset the cost of purchasing and installing a Level 2 charger in their home in 2024.

Key Points: 
  • Through the $5 million EV Charger and Installation Rebate Program , ComEd customers can receive rebates of up to $3,750 to offset the cost of purchasing and installing a Level 2 charger in their home in 2024.
  • “ComEd is thrilled to launch our new EV Charger Rebate program as part of our ongoing work to accelerate the benefits of transportation electrification throughout northern Illinois,” said Melissa Washington , SVP of Customer Operations and Chief Customer Officer at ComEd.
  • This EV charger and installation rebate program is part of a multi-year investment by ComEd , launched last year to accelerate adoption of electrified technologies, including EVs.
  • The new charger rebate program for residential customers aims to significantly expand access to charging equipment, eliminating one of the key demonstrated barriers to EV adoption.