Elmhurst Cool Cities Educates Residents on Solar Options

Elmhurst residents have two opportunities to “go solar” in 2020: Solarize Chicagoland or Community Solar.

Back by popular demand, Solarize Chicagoland is a grassroots program combining volume purchasing with community education to make rooftop solar more accessible and affordable. Home and commercial property owners may participate in this program.

Ten Elmhurst homeowners installed solar through the 2019 Solarize Chicagoland program. Once again for 2020, the more homeowners who go solar, the lower the price for all.

To learn more, join the Solarize Chicagoland Solar Power Hour webinar, Tues., May 26, 6:30 p.m. Details covered include solar basics and solar financial implications for your household, as well as specific of this program. Registration is required: http://bit.ly/2LGyFBj

Homeowners who cannot attend the May 26 Solar Power Hour can watch for updates on SolarizeChicagoland.com, find additional Power Hour events and view the videotaped webinar.

For residents who can't put solar panels on their own home but still want to support new, renewable energy in Illinois with no upfront investment, becoming a Community Solar subscriber may fit the bill.

Solar farms create an opportunity for subscribers to save on their energy supply rate, while supporting the creation of local jobs to build and maintain every farm, year-round.

To learn more, register for the Community Solar for Elmhurst & Beyond, Thurs., June 4, 7 p.m.
The webinar covers program details, savings benefits, contract terms, how to sign up and more. There will be a Question & Answer opportunity following the presentation. To register: https://www.facebook.com/events/2508247676153451/

Both programs are co-sponsored by Elmhurst Cool Cities Coalition. Cool Cities strives to promote sustainable solutions in the Elmhurst community through education, outreach and community action. For additional information on either program, contact ecoolcities@gmail.com or 630-426-9789.