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Updates on the 2026-2029 Energy Efficiency Program

We are pleased to share that the Illinois Commerce Commission has approved our Energy Efficiency Plans from Jan. 1, 2026 through Dec. 31, 2029. Throughout this next planning period, we will continue to have programs and budgets available to support our customers with tried-and-true energy-saving opportunities. We look forward to working with you to maximize customers’ energy savings with the addition of exciting new technologies.

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Submit Your Webinar Ideas!

Did you know you can earn free BPI Continuing Education Units (CEUs) through select courses at the TradeAllyCenter.com Learning Center? We’re always adding new courses. Simply email Glenn Maxam with which topics you’d like us to cover next.

Logging into the Trade Ally Learning Center is easier than ever. Visit our learning center homepage and follow the instructions listed on the page to log in and start learning!

Explore the New and Improved TradeAllyCenter.com

We’re excited to share a refreshed TradeAllyCenter.com! The redesigned homepage makes it easier than ever to find what you need, whether it’s submitting applications, accessing rebate information, or watching on-demand webinars.

Check out TradeAllyCenter.com for easy access to all your trade ally needs

New mCHP Resources and More Topics Coming Soon!

Trade Allies, you can now access a brand-new, informative mCHP fact sheet and mCHP case study – valuable tools to support your work. Find them on the Innovative Solutions website under “additional resources.”

Coming Soon!
InnovativeWaysToSave.com will become a go-to landing page for you to learn about new technologies like gas heat pumps, mCHP, and more. Stay tuned!

Diverse Business Graduation Spotlight

Congratulations to Sparkle Palace Construction and Project Management, the fourth graduate of our Diverse Business Academy! We’re proud to support their growth and success. Currently, seven more candidates are making great strides through the academy.

Learn more about the Diverse Business Academy.

Contact Us:

Glenn Maxam, Business 

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Kenneth Hill, Residential

(Weatherization) 

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Andy Gorecki,

Multi-Family

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Cristina Lopez, Residential (HVAC/Water Heating)

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These programs are funded by Peoples Gas and North Shore Gas customers in compliance with state law.

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