Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA)

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Illinois is Building the Future of Clean Energy - Join Us!

Are you interested in starting a rewarding career or growing your clean energy business? Illinois can help! Through the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA), we offer training, support innovation, and create jobs across our state.​


About CEJA

The Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) became law on September 15, 2021. It aims to move Illinois toward 100% clean energy by 2050 CEJA:

  • Supports new renewable energy projects.

  • Helps more people use electric vehicles and charging stations.

  • Provides training programs to prepare workers for clean energy jobs.

  • Supports communities affected by changes in the energy industry.

These programs create new jobs and opportunities across Illinois.

Explore CEJA Programs

If you're looking for a job in clean energy or want to expand your clean energy business, CEJA programs can provide the resources and support you need.

Want to learn more?  Reach out to us today.​

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​Select one of the pages below to learn more about CEJA.​

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CEJA Programs
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What is a Clean Energy Job?

Clean energy jobs and careers are in renewable energy industries like solar and wind, energy-efficient heating and cooling, battery storage, electric vehicles, and more.

These jobs are growing fast, pay well, and make Illinois communities stronger and healthier.

Who Can Participate?
​CEJA programs focus on helping people in areas called "Environmental Justice" (EJ) and "Restore, Reinvest, Renew" (R3) communities.

An Equity Eligible Person is someone who:

  • Lives in an EJ or R3 community,
  • Is a graduate of or currently enrolled in the foster care system, or
  • Was formerly incarcerated.

Check the ET Navigator Program webpage to see if you live in an EJ or R3 community. Navigators can also help you with this. Contact us today!

CEJA especially helps people who:

  • Have lower incomes
  • Are Black, Indigenous, or a person of color
  • Are or were involved in the child welfare system
  • Are energy workers or family of displaced energy workers
  • Are women
  • Are LGBTQ+ or gender nonconforming
  • Have disabilities
  • Are youth who belong to any of these groups
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Why Equity
​CEJA values fairness and makes sure everyone has a chance to participate:
  • Inclusion: Everyone has a voice.
  • Belonging: Everyone feels welcomed and valued.
  • Diversity: People from all backgrounds are respected and included.
  • Accessibility: Everyone can easily participate without barriers.

Our training programs promote teamwork, understanding, and fairness. We track our progress to ensure we meet these goals.​


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Supportive Services Available
​CEJA workforce training programs provide services to help participants succeed. Services include:
  • Transportation
  • Childcare or family care
  • Technology support for online learning
  • Driver's education and license fees
  • Health care (dental, vision, and mental)
  • Emergency help with bills or housing
  • Legal help
  • Tutoring and extra educational support
  • Certification, testing, and application costs
  • Job search placement, and mentoring
​Ready to Get Started?

  • Discover how you can join Illinois' clean energy revolution today!

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