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New solar installation at the Skokie Courthouse helps reduce operating costs and supports long‑term energy planning for Cook County facilities
FRAMINGHAM, MA and SKOKIE, IL– April 15, 2026 – Ameresco, Inc., (NYSE: AMRC), a leading energy infrastructure solutions provider, celebrated the completion of a new solar photovoltaic (PV) installation at the Skokie Courthouse in Cook County, Illinois, with a ribbon‑cutting ceremony alongside Cook County leadership and project partners.
The solar installation consists of two arrays, totaling 1.5 megawatts (MW), located on the courthouse rooftop and on the parking garage, designed to generate approximately 1,737 megawatt‑hours (MWh) of clean electricity annually. The system is expected to offset over 50 percent of the facility’s annual electricity consumption, advancing Cook County’s sustainability and decarbonization goals while reducing long‑term operating costs.
“This project demonstrates Cook County’s commitment to leading by example when it comes to clean energy and responsible stewardship of public facilities,” said President Toni Preckwinkle, Cook County Board President. “By investing in on‑site renewable energy at the Skokie Courthouse, we are reducing emissions, lowering energy costs, and creating long‑term value for residents.”
The environmental benefits of the project remain significant, particularly in the context of today’s heightened focus on energy independence, cost stability, and emissions reduction. The system is projected to cut greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 722 metric tons of CO₂e annually—roughly equivalent to the carbon sequestered by more than 724 acres of forest each year. At the same time, it is expected to generate enough clean energy to match the annual electricity use of over 150 homes, helping to reduce reliance on volatile energy markets while supporting long-term sustainability and resilience goals.
“Projects like the Skokie Courthouse solar installation highlight how public sector facilities can play a meaningful role in the energy transition,” said Lou Maltezos, Co-President of Ameresco. “We’re proud to collaborate with Cook County to deliver a solution that supports resilience, sustainability, and fiscal responsibility while producing measurable environmental benefits for the community.”
The project was developed in collaboration with Cook County’s Bureau of Asset Management, with leadership and support from the County’s energy and facilities teams. By leveraging underutilized space on the courthouse roof and parking structures, the installation maximizes clean energy generation without impacting daily courthouse operations.
In addition to completing the Skokie Courthouse solar installation, Ameresco has also been awarded eight additional solar projects with Cook County, further expanding the County’s on‑site renewable energy portfolio. These projects, currently in the design phase, represent approximately 3.3 MW of new solar capacity and are expected to be completed by November 2027. Together, these systems will play a key role in supporting Cook County’s 2030 sustainability and emissions‑reduction goals.
To learn more about solar power solutions offered by Ameresco, visit https://www.ameresco.com/solution-solar-power/
About Ameresco, Inc.
Founded in 2000, Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading energy infrastructure solutions provider dedicated to helping customers reduce costs, enhance resilience, and decarbonize to net zero in the global energy transition. Our comprehensive portfolio includes implementing smart energy efficiency solutions, upgrading aging infrastructure, and developing, constructing, and operating distributed energy resources. As a trusted full-service partner, Ameresco shows the way by reducing energy use and delivering energy infrastructure solutions to Federal, state and local governments, utilities, data centers, educational and healthcare institutions, housing authorities, and commercial and industrial customers. Headquartered in Framingham, MA, Ameresco has more than 1,500 employees providing local expertise in North America and Europe. For more information, visit www.ameresco.com.
The announcement of completion of a customer’s project contract is not necessarily indicative of the timing or amount of revenue from such contract, of Ameresco’s overall revenue for any particular period or of trends in Ameresco’s overall total project backlog. This project was included in Ameresco’s previously reported contracted backlog as of December 31, 2025.
What project did Ameresco announce with Cook County at the Skokie Courthouse in Illinois?
Ameresco announced the completion of a 1.5 MW solar photovoltaic installation at the Skokie Courthouse in Cook County, Illinois. The system includes rooftop and parking garage solar arrays designed to generate on-site renewable energy and support long-term energy planning.
How will Cook County benefit from Ameresco’s solar photovoltaic installation at the Skokie Courthouse?
Cook County benefits from Ameresco’s solar PV installation by offsetting over 50 percent of the courthouse’s annual electricity consumption. The project reduces long-term operating costs and supports the County’s sustainability and decarbonization goals.
How will residents benefit from Ameresco’s Skokie Courthouse solar project in Cook County, Illinois?
Ameresco’s Skokie Courthouse solar project generates clean electricity equivalent to the annual use of more than 150 homes. The project helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions and supports long-term sustainability and resilience goals for the community.
What solar technology is Ameresco deploying at the Skokie Courthouse in Cook County, Illinois?
Ameresco is deploying a 1.5 MW solar photovoltaic system with two arrays installed on the courthouse rooftop and parking garage. The system is designed to generate approximately 1,737 MWh of clean electricity annually using underutilized space.
What is a solar photovoltaic system like the one Ameresco installed at the Skokie Courthouse?
Ameresco’s solar photovoltaic system converts sunlight into electricity using on-site panel arrays. At the Skokie Courthouse, this enables clean energy generation that reduces reliance on traditional electricity sources and supports more sustainable facility operations.
How does Ameresco’s Skokie Courthouse solar project reduce emissions and energy costs for Cook County?
Ameresco’s solar installation is expected to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 722 metric tons of CO₂e annually while generating on-site electricity. This lowers energy purchasing needs and helps reduce long-term operating costs.
How does the Skokie Courthouse solar installation support Cook County’s sustainability and decarbonization goals?
Ameresco’s Skokie Courthouse project supports Cook County’s sustainability and decarbonization goals by expanding on-site renewable energy and delivering measurable emissions reductions, contributing to the County’s broader long-term environmental targets.
