Illinois Leading the Way for Green Projects

A good article from Renewable Energy World about methods Illinois is looking at to finance green projects.

March 2, 2010

Illinois' Green Energy Finance Initiative

A recent initiative from Illinois may serve as a model for other states that hope to attract green energy projects and stimulate economic development.

by Marnin Lebovits, Illinois Finance Authority

Oklahoma, United States [Renewable Energy World North America Magazine]

There are plenty of reasons to encourage and support the development of renewable energy projects. But in this down economy, the credit markets are typically discouraging. Here in Illinois, we've found a way to open new doors to financing renewable energy projects because we know they're good business–and good for our state.

Like other states, Illinois recognizes the climate and environmental benefits from generating power from renewable energy sources. We know that developing these projects will reduce our region's dependence on foreign oil.

Click here to read more about how Illinois is going green.