Downstate Solar is a full-service energy solutions company that works with affordable housing developers to design, install and finance solar solutions for residential and mixed-use properties.  Downstate solar also partners with community organizations to implement renewable energy solutions for income-eligible residents and nonprofits, furthering the goals of environmental justice.

To achieve clean energy transformation requires the scale and operational excellence of global energy leaders combined with market-specific expertise of experienced renewable energy providers. TotalEnergies has established ambitious renewable energy generation goals, including investing $60 billion in renewable energy over the next decade, which will be deployed in large part as owner-operators of commercial and utility-scale solar projects. A known commercial solar and storage brand in the USA, the former SunPower C&I division was acquired by TotalEnergies in 2022 to lead commercial solar deployment in North America. TotalEnergies has 30 years of solar development and construction expertise with financing and procurement power to enable new opportunities — both domestically and internationally.

Verde Solutions is a full-service sustainable energy developer headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with in-house installation and construction capabilities. Verde Solutions partner with businesses, municipalities, non-profits, and educational organizations across the United States to develop comprehensive green energy solutions. The Verde Solutions team delivers projects on time and on budget. Their engineers, project managers, and installation team provides innovative results catered to their client’s unique vision, needs, and goals.

Fresh Coast Solar is an Engineering, Procurement & Construction service providing turnkey project management, design, and installation solutions to renewable energy development firms. Their mission is to accelerate the adoption of clean, renewable energy through efficient design, installation, and project management services.

The Fresh Coast Solar team of solar energy professionals has years of industry experience and training. Their portfolio ranges from residential solar plus storage installations to large-scale, utility-led solar farms that enable entire communities to benefit from solar power.

Illinois is one of the fastest-growing photovoltaic solar markets in the US with excellent incentives, and Fresh Coast Solar has experience managing projects across the Chicagoland area alone. Fresh Coast Solar streamline projects to keep them on budget and on schedule and takes on a customer driven approach, simplifying the process of installing solar.

ForeFront Power is a North American developer of solar and energy storage solutions for commercial, industrial, public sector, and community solar customers. The ForeFront Power team has experience working together to develop 1,300 behind-the-meter and community solar and storage projects, totaling 1 gigawatts-DC of renewable electricity. Headquartered in San Francisco, with offices in Illinois and Mexico City, the company offers business, government, education, healthcare, and community solar customers in the U.S. and Mexico an array of clean energy and fleet electrification development, advisory, and asset management services. ForeFront Power is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mitsui & Co. Ltd., a global energy infrastructure and investment leader with a robust balance sheet and an “A” credit rating from Standard & Poor’s. For more information, visit www.forefrontpower.com.

SolarShift LLC is a Delaware formed entity that is based in Illinois.  The company founded by Joshua Barrett & his wife Erica Barrett in 2015 with the purpose to develop solar energy projects in Illinois and the Midwest. Joshua Barrett is a professional engineer with a Bachelors in Civil Engineering, and a Masters in Energy Engineering (MEE).  Josh has a history in land development and construction of civil projects prior to forming SolarShift LLC.  His experience includes working in private sector raw land development projects, to large government civil infrastructure projects.  He worked in the due diligence, design, estimating and project management role throughout his career. Since its formation, SolarShift has worked on projects from the urban areas of Chicagoland, to the remote areas of southern Indiana.  SolarShift specializes in EPC services for ground mount PV systems, but has experience in all types of installs.  SolarShift performs the majority of the installation work, and relies on subcontractors for specialty items.

Solstice was founded on the belief that every household can be powered by affordable renewable energy. They organize, educate, and innovate to make solar accessible to the 77% of Americans who can't install panels on their own roof – either because they rent their home, their roof is shaded, or they don't have the savings for panels. Solstice has enabled over 10,000 renters and homeowners nationwide to subscribe to shared solar farms in their neighborhood, support clean energy, and save money on their monthly electric bills, all without paying extra for their power or making changes to their homes. No community should be left behind – especially those that stand to benefit most from savings and cleaner air. Solstice has received recognition from the Department of Energy, Inc. Magazine, the Sierra Club, and Renewable Energy World for its work to expand solar access to low-to-moderate income Americans and is thrilled to participate in the Illinois Solar for All Program.

GAIN Renewables Services Inc is a certified Engineering, Procurement, and Construction service company providing turnkey project management, design, and installations of solar energy solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial clients. GAIN Renewables Services Inc is also a certified Tesla Solar Roof Installer. GAIN prides themselves on educating clients throughout the install process. Their NABCEP certified solar engineers then construct a design optimizing the solar layout. Their solar analyst evaluates each project’s current cost of electricity, to detail the savings and benefits. Each client receives a dedicated project manager who will update their clients on the project milestones. Solar Installations can be executed via Purchase, Lease, PPA (Power Purchase Agreement), and solar loans. GAIN’s mission is to provide affordable electricity to those who need it.

Clean Energy Design Group is a local solar developer with hundreds of installations in Illinois.  They provide turnkey services including: design, analysis, construction, operation, and maintenance. Their clients include school districts, municipalities, hospitals, non-profit organizations, and businesses.

Clean Energy Design Group is a local solar developer with hundreds of installations in Illinois.  They provide turnkey services including: design, analysis, construction, operation, and maintenance. Their clients include school districts, municipalities, hospitals, non-profit organizations, and businesses.