Agrivoltaics in Illinois: A Regulatory and Policy Guide

Authors: Jessica Guarino & Tyler Swanson

Location: AgriSolar Clearinghouse

Published: February 1st, 2023

Abstract

The goal of this policy guide is to summarize both state and local regulations with implications for those wishing to establish agrivoltaic operations in the state of Illinois. The first part of this guide briefly gives a history of agricultural and renewable energy development in Illinois, as well as details agrivoltaic research efforts by the University of Illinois. The guide then covers local-level policies that will have bearing on agrivoltaic development. The final portion of the guide discusses state-level policy that may impact agrivoltaic development, especially in the instance of installing solar panels on agriculturally classified land.