CUB’s Outreach team travels across the state of Illinois to staff free events to give consumers energy efficiency tips for their home, educate them on how clean energy can cut their utility bills and help people protect themselves from scams and rip-offs.
As we head into spring, people are starting to think about how they can make their homes more energy efficient for the summer. We hope to see you at one of these events!
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., Thursday, March 6, Freeport Utility Bill Clinic (in-person)
Join CUB, the Environmental Study Group and state Rep. John M. Cabello for a free utility bill clinic at the Freeport Public Library (100 E. Douglas St., Freeport, IL 61032). CUB will provide suggestions on how to reduce your utility bills and tap into money-saving, clean energy programs. Each participant will speak one-on-one with a CUB counselor to receive a personalized analysis of their bills. Register here to reserve your spot.
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., Thursday, March 6, Save Money by Going Solar! (in-person)
Are you a homeowner? Join CUB, A Just Harvest and Garfield Park Community Council at the Austin Town Hall (5610 W. Lake St. Chicago, IL 60644) to learn more about Illinois Solar for All and other ways to save on your electric bill! Income-eligible households that are interested in solar power may benefit from this program. Hear from homeowners who have gone solar with Illinois Solar for All, and also learn about free solar job training programs. To register, please email [email protected] or call 312-292-5847. Walk-ins are also welcome.
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., Sunday, March 9, Earth Awareness Fair (in-person event)
“What should I do?” is the most common question from those who want to protect our planet from environmental harm. Visit the Earth Awareness Fair at Frankfort Public Library (21119 S. Pfeiffer Rd., Frankfort, IL 60423) to discover how you can lend your skills and passion to support local organizations dedicated to promoting a healthy environment for everyone. Organizations and individuals will showcase ways to encourage Earth stewardship, resilience, sustainability, and community.
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 11, Utility Bill Clinic with Norridge Police Department (in-person)
Join CUB and the Norridge Police Department at the Seniors Assistance Center (7774 W. Irving Park Rd. Norridge, IL 60706) to learn about your energy choices and ways to save money on your utility bills.
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 12, Gurnee Utility Bill Clinic (in-person)
Join CUB at Warren-Newport Public Library (224 O’Plaine Rd., Gurnee, IL 60031) for a free event to advise residents on reducing electric, gas, and both landline and cellphone bills. Each participant will speak one-on-one with a CUB counselor to review their bills. Register here to reserve your spot.
4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, March 12, Danville Utility Bill Clinic (in-person)
Join CUB and state Sen. Paul Faraci at the Danville Public Library (319 N. Vermilion St. Danville, IL 61832) for a free event to advise residents on reducing electric, gas, and both landline and cellphone bills. Each participant will speak one-on-one with a CUB counselor to review their bills. RSVP with CUB at [email protected] or by calling 312-292-5853.
6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, March 19, Decarbonizing Your Home (in-person and online)
Join CUB and Go Green Morton Grove at the Morton Grove Public Library (6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove, IL 60053) for a presentation on decarbonizing your home. We will dive into ways renters and homeowners can access energy efficiency and cost-saving programs. Register here.
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., Friday, March 21, Home Energy Savings with CUB (in-person and online)
Join CUB at the Avon Township Center (433 E. Washington St., Round Lake Park, IL 60073) to learn about your energy choices and ways to save money on your utility bills. This free event is designed to help participants better understand utility bills, avoid scams and learn about energy efficiency and solar programs that can help save money and energy. To register, please email [email protected] or call 847-701-5900.
6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, March 26, CUB’s Guide to Going Solar (in-person)
Join CUB at the Geneva Public Library District (227 S. 7th St., Geneva, IL 60134) for a presentation on solar and the benefits of clean energy. Listen to a CUB expert explain different solar programs and incentives in Illinois, why clean energy is more affordable and reliable, and how policies like the state Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) and the federal Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) benefit consumers. Register here.
12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m., Monday, March 31, O’Fallon Utility Bill Clinic (in-person)
Join CUB and State Rep. Kevin Schmidt at the O’Fallon Public Library (120 Civic Plaza, O’Fallon, IL 62269) for a free event to advise residents on reducing electric, gas, and both landline and cell phone bills. Each participant will speak one-on-one with a CUB counselor to review their bills. Space is limited, please RSVP by calling 618-215-1050.
