Several Illinois state agencies and partners deliver CEJA programs and resources to students, job seekers, contractors, developers, and other employers:
Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO)
Leads CEJA workforce and business programs, including the Clean Jobs Workforce Network Program (Workforce Hubs), Contractor Incubator and Accelerator Programs, and support for small businesses.
Illinois Power Agency (IPA)
Oversees renewable energy programs and incentives that drive clean energy project development statewide.
Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA)
Supports environmental compliance, community transition assistance, and pollution prevention.
Illinois Finance Authority (IFA)
Provides financing tools and innovative funding for clean energy projects and infrastructure.
Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES)
Connects job seekers and employers through labor market data, career services, and job matching.
Utilities (ComEd & Ameren)
Expand clean energy access, support EV charging infrastructure, and modernize Illinois's power grid.
Capital Development Board (CDB)
Manages public facility construction and state building projects using clean energy technologies.
Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT)
Builds EV charging corridors and supports clean, efficient transportation initiatives.
Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL)
Ensures worker protections, fair wages, and apprenticeship opportunities in clean energy trades.
Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC)
Regulates energy markets, utilities, and customer protections to ensure reliable, affordable service.
