Clean Energy Primes Contractor Accelerator Program
Primes Accelerator Program
CSFA Number: 420-00-3797
STATE AGENCY INFORMATION
Agency Name
Department Of Commerce And Economic Opportunity (420)
Agency Identification
Hold for CEJA IFA
Agency Contact
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Short Description
A program designed to fast-track the development of clean energy workforce and businesses, especially in historically underserved communities. The program provides training, mentorship, and funding opportunities to individuals and organizations aiming to enter or expand within the clean energy sector. It focuses on equity, sustainability, and economic empowerment, helping participants build capacity in areas like solar installation, energy efficiency, and green entrepreneurship.
Federal Authorization
N/A
Illinois Statue Authorization
Clean Energy Primes Contractor Accelerator Program - 20 ILCS 730/5-55
Illinois Administrative Rules Authorization
N/A
Eligible Applicants
For-Profit Organizations;
Applicant Eligibility
Case by case basis. Evaluation will be determined by IFA and the Accelerator programmatic team.
Beneficiary Eligibility
IFA
Types of Assistance
Direct Loans
Subject / Service Area
Economic Development
Credentials / Documentation
N/A - IFA
Preapplication Coordination
N/A
Application Procedures
N/A
Criteria Selecting Proposals
N/A
Range of Approval or Disapproval Time
N/A
Appeals
The Merit Based Review process is subject to appeal. However, competitive grant appeals are limited to the evaluation process. Evaluation scores may not be protested. Only the evaluation process is subject to appeal. The appeal must be submitted in writing to the Department within 14 calendar days from the date of the denial letter. The written appeal shall include the name and address of the appealing party, the identification of the grant and a statement of reasons for the appeal. To file an appeal, applicants must submit the appeal in writing and in accordance with the Merit-Based Application Review Appeals Process listed on the Grant Opportunities page of the DCEO website: https://www2.illinois.gov/dceo/AboutDCEO/GrantOpportunities/Pages/MeritAppReview.aspx.
Renewals
Initial period of performance is 12 months, with up to two (2) additional 12-month extensions based on grantee performance and funds availability -- for a maximum total term of up to 36 months (3 years).
Uses and Restrictions
The funds will be deployed to support the CEJA Accelerator Program by providing low-interest loans to eligible clean energy projects, with a focus on expanding access to capital for historically underserved communities and advancing Illinois’ transition to a clean energy economy.
Account Identification
N/A
Obligations
$9,000,000.00
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
$0.00 - $7,000,000.00
Program Accomplishments
N/A
Regulations, Guidelines, and Literature
20 ILCS 730/5-55
Regional or Local Assistance Location
The target hub areas for this NOFO are located across three geographic regions of the state: Northern, Central, and Southern Illinois.
Headquarters Office
555 W Monroe St, 12th Floor Chicago, IL 60661, 1011 S 2nd St Springfield, IL 62704, 1020 S Spring St Springfield, IL 62704
FUNDING INFORMATION
Funding By Fiscal Year
FY 2025 : $9,000,000
FY 2026 : $9,000,000
FY 2027 : $9,000,000
Federal Funding
None
Notice of Funding Opportunities
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ACTIVE AWARDS