Power Up!
The 165 solar panels installed October 2018 on the roof of the Naperville Municipal Center will power the Naperville Jaycees Smart Park. The renewable energy generated from the panels also will reduce the amount of power purchased to operate the Municipal Center and will generate $7,000 in annual savings, which will be used to support the park's maintenance. The solar panels were funded by the Naperville Renewable Energy Program (NREP), supported entirely by Naperville residents' voluntary contributions.
Green Power
Thousands of people enjoy the amenities of the Naperville Park District’s Fort Hill Activity Center, which opened in 2016. One of the many energy-saving features incorporated into the design is an array of 117 solar panels that are installed on the roof. This system can produce approximately 40,000 kWh of energy annually, which is enough energy to power 130 LED light fixtures in the Activity Center for one year. The project was funded in part by the City of Naperville’s Renewable Energy Grant Program.
Bright Lights
The Naperville Park District’s Nike Sports Complex has playing fields and areas for various sports, including baseball, softball, volleyball and tennis. As part of its sustainability initiatives, in 2014, the Park District installed 45 solar panels on the south-facing roof of the Book Pavilion. The panels convert sunlight to energy to power the lights at the park. The project was funded in part by the City of Naperville’s Renewable Energy Grant Program.
Powering Our Community for the Future
Naperville's Electric Utility understands that to power our world for future generations, we must make environmentally friendly decisions today. Our customers have the opportunity to make electricity-saving choices in their homes and businesses as well as bring clean energy to Illinois' power grid.
The City of Naperville is committed to improving solar market conditions, making it faster, easier and more affordable for our residents and businesses to install solar energy systems.
We formally support the following high-level energy goals and will to work to achieve them both in our own community and in collaboration throughout the region:
- Advance renewable energy
- Enact policies that support clean energy
- Engage the community in clean energy practices
In order to measure progress along the way, we will track key metrics related to solar energy deployment, such as the number and location of solar installations and their capacity.
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Energy Calculator
The U.S. Department of Energy home appliance and electronic energy calculator allows you to estimate your annual energy usage and cost to operate specific products.
Visit the CalculatorSolar Panel and Rebate Information
Thinking about installing solar panels? Here is more information to help guide you through the process and a rebate opportunity for residential customers.
Solar Panel GuidelinesLoad Factor Calculator
Businesses can evaluate their load factor and make changes that could potentially save them money.
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What Can I Do?
There are some simple actions customers can take to not only help save the environment, but also save some dollars on their energy bills.
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Load Factor Calculator
Load factor, in essence, means efficiency. Find out a simple way to calculate your businesses' load factor to help see how you can save.
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Energy Efficiency Grant Programs
Naperville electric customers can take advantage of grants and rebates available through the City and others to build a more sustainable community.
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Renewable Energy Program
Naperville’s Renewable Energy Program is now in its 17th year of letting residential and commercial utility customers purchase wind and solar energy to help create a safer environment for all.
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Electric Vehicle Charging Systems
Before purchasing an electric or hybrid vehicle, understand and prepare for the possible effect a charging system may have on your property's electrical system and the City's Electric Utility.
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Solar Panel Guidelines
Are you thinking about installing solar panels? To make sure all safety requirements and applicable codes are met prior to installation, here are some guidelines.
