July 4th Solar Flexibility Cutoff: Secure Your 2026 Safe Harbor
Don’t miss the July 4th solar flexibility cutoff. Learn how to safe harbor your commercial project to secure the 30% tax credit and a 4-year construction window.
4 Strategic Benefits of Solar Energy Storage for Your Business
Is energy storage a smart move for your organization? Explore the benefits of solar batteries for business, from peak shaving to 2026 federal tax incentives.
Solar is the Logical Move for NOTS Logistics
solar is the logical move for NOTS Logistics Nashville, IL NOTS Logistics is a family-owned logistics company in Southern Illinois, providing warehousing, transportation, distribution, and workforce management services across the Midwest. To control rising energy costs and support continued growth, NOTS Logistics explored alternative energy solutions for their warehouse operations. Working with their energy consultant, […]
Sunshine in Every Pour: Alto Vineyards Powers Its Winery with Solar
Sunshine in Every Pour Alto Vineyards Powers Its Winery with Solar Alto Pass, IL 2022 Alto Vineyards, a family-owned winery in Alto Pass, Illinois, added a solar installation for a vineyard in Illinois to support its winemaking operations, tasting room, and long-term business goals. Installed in 2022, the ground-mounted system offsets a significant portion of […]
Forging Ahead with Solar: Innovation in Manufacturing at Forge Resources Group
Forging Ahead With Solar Innovation in Manufacturing at Forge Resources Group Illinois 2019-2025 Founded in 1988, Forge Resources Group (FRG) is a Midwest-based metal manufacturer producing forged components for agricultural, industrial, and heavy equipment applications. To support energy-intensive operations and long-term growth, FRG partnered with StraightUp Solar on four manufacturing solar installations in Illinois, using […]
Faith Lutheran Church Invests in Solar to Support Renovation & Reduce Energy Costs
A Mission to Support Renovation & Reduce Energy Costs Faith Lutheran Church Invests in Solar O’Fallon, IL October 2025 When Faith Lutheran Church in O’Fallon explored a church solar installation in Illinois, the goal was clear: reduce rising operating costs while supporting a major campus renovation. After adding a new building and facing steadily increasing […]
Brewing Community Impact: Analytical Brewing Invests in Commercial Solar
Brewing Community Impact: Analytical Brewing Invests in Commercial Solar Lexington, IL December 2024 As a growing brewery rooted in its local community, Analytical Brewing partnered with StraightUp Solar for a commercial solar installation in Illinois designed to support both operational stability and long-term business growth. The 28.35 kW rooftop system now offsets approximately 96% of […]
Powering Connectivity: ProTek Communications Expands with Solar
Powering Connectivity: ProTek Communications Expands with Solar Marion, IL November 2022 For ProTek Communications, a reliable power supply is critical to delivering internet service across Southern Illinois. To reduce long-term energy costs and gain more control over their electricity, ProTek chose a commercial solar installation for their communications company, which operates across multiple locations. After […]
A Steely Purpose: Solar Reduces Energy Costs for Magnum Steel Works
A Steely Purpose: Solar Reduces Energy Costs for Magnum Steel Works Mt. Vernon, IL June 2023 For Magnum Steel Works, a global fabrication and machining company based in Southern Illinois, an industrial solar installation for manufacturing in Illinois has offered a smart way to reduce rising energy costs while supporting efficient, modern operations. With energy-intensive […]
Illinois SREC Incentives Increase in 2026
New “Big Beautiful Bill” changes the federal commercial solar tax credit. Find out how your MO or IL business can secure the credit before it’s gone!
