Welcome to the 2009 Illinois Solar Tour! This event is part of a national tour hosted by the American Solar Energy Association and is the largest solar energy event in the world! Home owners and businesses across the state generously welcome visitors to explore how to use renewable energy systems to reduce utility bills while minimizing the environmental impact of their buildings. The IBEW Local 701 & NECA Training Facility is part of the solar tour. Please follow this link for additional information. http://tour.illinoissolar.org/