Illinois |
Fleet User Fee Exemption |
State Incentives |
Fleet User Fee Exemption
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Illinois
Fleets with 10 or more vehicles located in defined areas of the state must pay an annual user fee of $20 per vehicle. Owners of electric vehicles and owners of state, county, or local government vehicles are exempt from this fee. The Office of the Illinois Secretary of State will deposit all fees into the Alternate Fuels Fund. (Reference 415 Illinois Compiled Statutes 120/35)
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Illinois |
State Government Energy Initiative |
Laws and Regulations |
State Government Energy Initiative
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Illinois
The Green Governments Illinois Act (Act) demonstrates the state's commitment to reduce negative environmental impacts, reduce greenhouse gases, and preserve resources for current and future generations. The Act also aims to strengthen the capacity of local governments and educational institutions to enable a more environmentally sustainable future. The Act established the Green Governments Coordinating Council (Council) to fully integrate cost-effective environmental sustainability measures into the ongoing management systems, long-range planning, and daily operations of state agencies. The Council will focus on initiatives that relate to energy efficiency, renewable energy, and alternative fuel vehicles. Local governments and educational institutes are not required to participate in the provisions of the Act. (Reference 20 Illinois Compiled Statutes 3954/1 to 3954/45)
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Illinois |
Advanced Vehicle Acquisition and Biodiesel Fuel Use Requirement |
Laws and Regulations |
Advanced Vehicle Acquisition and Biodiesel Fuel Use Requirement
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Illinois
All gasoline-powered vehicles purchased with state funds must be flex fuel vehicles (FFVs) or fuel-efficient hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs). FFVs are defined as automobiles or light trucks that operate on either gasoline or 85% ethanol (E85) fuel. Fuel-efficient HEVs are defined as automobiles or light trucks that use a gasoline or diesel engine and an electric motor to provide power and that gain at least a 20% increase in combined U.S. Environmental Protection Agency city-highway fuel economy over the equivalent or most-similar conventionally-powered model. Furthermore, any vehicle purchased with state funds that is fueled with diesel fuel must be certified by the manufacturer to run on 5% biodiesel (B5) fuel. 15% of all vehicles purchased with state funds must be fueled by electricity, natural gas, or liquefied petroleum gas (propane), with the exception of Department of Corrections, Department of State Police patrol, and Secretary of State vehicles (except mid-sized sedans).The Chief Procurement Officer may determine that certain vehicle procurements are exempt from these requirements based on intended use or other reasonable considerations such as health and safety of Illinois citizens. (Reference 30 Illinois Compiled Statutes 500/25-75)
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Illinois |
Fuel-Efficient Vehicle Acquisition Goals |
Laws and Regulations |
Fuel-Efficient Vehicle Acquisition Goals
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Illinois
Illinois state agencies must work towards meeting the following goals: - By July 1, 2025, at least 60% of new passenger vehicles purchased must be hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) and 15% must be battery electric vehicles (EVs).
- Agencies that operate medium- and heavy-duty vehicles must implement strategies to reduce fuel consumption through diesel emission control devices, HEV and EVs technologies, alternative fuel use, and fuel-efficient technologies.
- Agencies must also implement strategies to promote the use of biofuels in state vehicles; reduce the environmental impacts of employee travel; and encourage employees to adopt alternative travel methods.
Vehicles designated as specialty, police, and emergency vehicles by the Illinois Department of Central Management Services, are exempt from these goals, but should make all reasonable efforts to minimize petroleum usage.(Reference Executive Order 11, 2009)
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Illinois |
Electric Vehicle (EV) Registration Fee Reduction |
State Incentives |
Electric Vehicle (EV) Registration Fee Reduction
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Illinois
The owner of a dedicated EV may register for a discounted registration fee not to exceed $35 for a two-year registration period. The registration fee for an EV may not exceed $9 per year. To qualify for the reduced fee, the EV must weigh 8,000 pounds or less and be propelled by an electric engine. For more information, including the application documentation, see the Electric Vehicle License Plate Guide website. (Reference 625 Illinois Compiled Statutes 5/3-805)
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Illinois |
School Bus Retrofit Reimbursement |
State Incentives |
School Bus Retrofit Reimbursement
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Illinois
The Illinois Department of Education will reimburse any qualifying school district for the cost of converting gasoline buses to more fuel-efficient engines or to engines using alternative fuels. Restrictions may apply. (Reference 105 Illinois Compiled Statutes 5/29-5)
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Illinois |
Plug-in Electric Vehicle (PEV) Promotion and Coordination |
Laws and Regulations |
Plug-in Electric Vehicle (PEV) Promotion and Coordination
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Illinois
The Illinois Electric Vehicle Advisory Council (Council) was established to investigate and recommend strategies that the governor and the general assembly can implement to promote the use of PEVs, including potential infrastructure improvements. The Council published recommendations in its Final Report. An Electric Vehicle Coordinator serves as the point of contact for related policies and activities in the state. (Reference 20 Illinois Compiled Statutes 627/1-25)
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Illinois |
Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Installation Requirements |
Laws and Regulations |
Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Installation Requirements
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Illinois
Vendors that install EVSE must comply with Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) certification requirements. For specific requirements, see the ICC EVSE Installer Certification website. (Reference 220 Illinois Compiled Statutes 5/3-105, 5/16-102, and 5/16-128A)
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Illinois |
Smart Grid Infrastructure Development and Support |
State Incentives |
Smart Grid Infrastructure Development and Support
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Illinois
The Illinois Science and Energy Innovation Trust (Trust) will provide financial and technical support to public and private entities within the state for programs and projects that support, encourage, or utilize innovative technologies and methods to modernize the state's electric grid. Technologies may include advanced electricity storage and peak-shaving technologies, such as plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) or devices that allow PEVs to engage in smart grid functions. The Trust also offers assistance for standards development for communication and interoperability of appliances and equipment connected to the electric grid. Electric utilities may voluntarily commit to investments in smart grid advanced metering infrastructure deployment. Participating utilities must consult with the Smart Grid Advisory Council and file a Smart Grid Advanced Metering Infrastructure Deployment Plan with the Illinois Commerce Commission. (Reference 220 Illinois Compiled Statutes 5/16-108.5 through 108.7)
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Illinois |
Public Utility Definition |
Laws and Regulations |
Public Utility Definition
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Illinois
An entity that owns, controls, operates, or manages a facility that supplies electricity to the public exclusively to charge battery electric and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles or compressed natural gas to fuel natural gas vehicles is not defined as a public utility. (Reference 220 Illinois Compiled Statutes 5/3-105, and 20 Illinois Compiled Statutes 627/10)
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Illinois |
Highway Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Installation Requirements |
Laws and Regulations |
Highway Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Installation Requirements
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Illinois
The Illinois Department of Transportation (Department) must install at least one EVSE at each interstate highway rest area where electrical service will reasonably permit by January 1, 2016, or as soon as possible thereafter. The Department may adopt specifications detailing the type of EVSE and rules governing station siting, user fees, and maintenance. The Illinois State Toll Highway Authority (ISTHA) must also construct and maintain at least one EVSE at any location along toll highways where it has entered into an agreement with an entity for the purposes of providing motor fuel service stations and facilities, garages, stores, or restaurants. ISTHA may charge a fee for the use of the EVSE to offset the costs of construction and maintenance. ISTHA may also adopt rules regarding station siting, user fees and maintenance.(Reference 605 Illinois Compiled Statutes 5/4-223 and 10/11)
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Illinois |
Electric Vehicle Emissions Inspection Exemption |
State Incentives |
Electric Vehicle Emissions Inspection Exemption
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Illinois
Vehicles powered exclusively by electricity are exempt from state motor vehicle emissions inspections. For more information, see the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency's Vehicle Emissions Testing Program website. (Reference 625 Illinois Compiled Statutes 5/13C)
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Illinois |
Plug-In Electric Vehicle (PEV) Financing and Charging - Illinois Electric Cooperative |
Utility/Private Incentives |
Plug-In Electric Vehicle (PEV) Financing and Charging - Illinois Electric Cooperative
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Illinois
Cooperative (Co-op) members are eligible for loan financing at 0.5% for 60 months or the purchase of new PEVs. Members must apply and be approved for financing before purchase. The Co-op also offers a PEV time-of-use electricity rate for residential customers who own PEV. The PEV rate is optional and does require installation of a separate meter. For more information, see the Illinois Electric Cooperative website.
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