Resources and Contacts

Looking for more information on how to make your small business energy efficient? Don’t worry, help is nearby. Here are a few suggested resources.

ENERGY STAR - www.energystar.gov

Be sure to download a free copy of Putting Energy Into Profits: ENERGY STAR Guide for Small Businesses

US Department of Energy - www.eere.energy.gov

A lot of great information about energy efficiency and energy saving calculators.

IL Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity - www.IllinoisBiz.biz

Check out the many loan, educational and other resources available.

Blackout Solutions - www.BlackoutSolutions.org

Lt. Governor Pat Quinn’s site for information about energy efficiency, renewable energy and blackout prevention.

Illinois Main Street - www.IllinoisMainStreet.org

Learn all about the many services available to Main Street communities.

Illinois Historic Preservation Agency - www.state.il.us/HPA

Provides information about tax credits available for restoration work on historic buildings.

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