The mission of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is to create equitable economic opportunities across the State of Illinois. By attracting and supporting major job creators, investing in communities, strengthening Illinois’ world-class workforce, fostering innovation, and ushering in the new clean energy economy, DCEO works to fortify Illinois’ reputation as a global economic powerhouse while ensuring Illinois is the best state to live, work and do business.

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Grant funding will bolster a diverse workforce in the clean energy industry

Governor Pritzker Announces $57 Million in Grant Awards Through the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act

CHICAGO – Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced 88 awards totaling $57 million through the Community Solar Energy Sovereignty Grant Program ($7.7 million), Equitable Energy Future Grant Program ($10.3 million), and Energy Transition Community/Zion Grant Program ($39 million) – initiatives under the landmark Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA). These programs will catalyze energy efficiency and renewable energy projects that will help clean energy businesses grow and utilize Illinois’ clean energy workforce.

Governor Pritzker Announces $57 Million in Grant Awards Through the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act


CHICAGO – Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced 88 awards totaling $57 million through the Community Solar Energy Sovereignty Grant Program ($7.7 million), Equitable Energy Future Grant Program ($10.3 million), and Energy Transition Community/Zion Grant Program ($39 million) [EG1] [EG2] [MH3] – initiatives under the landmark Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA). These programs will catalyze energy efficiency and renewable energy projects that will help clean energy businesses grow and utilize Illinois’ clean energy workforce.

Illinois ranked #2 for the third consecutive year, building on unprecedented private sector investments 

Site Selection Magazine Names Illinois and Chicago as Top U.S. Destinations for Corporate Expansion and Relocation

CHICAGO – Today, Governor JB Pritzker, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) and Intersect Illinois announced that Site Selection Magazine, the leading publication in corporate real estate and facility planning, has ranked Illinois #2 for corporate expansion and relocation for the third year in a row, and Chicago was named the #1 metro for the twelfth consecutive year. This achievement follows another year of success in attracting new businesses and economic opportunities through historic investments in site readiness, workforce development and infrastructure improvements, making Illinois a top state to do business.

EDGE investments support job creation at Illinois operational headquarters for leader in advanced building solutions

Governor Pritzker Announces $18.6 Million Investment in Holcim Spin-Off’s Operational Headquarters in Chicago

CHICAGO – Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced investments in Holcim’s Chicago operational headquarters for the planned spin-off of its North American business to be named Amrize. Holcim’s $18.6 million investment in capital expenditures, bolstered by an Economic Development for a Growing Economy (EDGE) agreement with DCEO, will establish Chicago as the operational headquarters for its planned North American spin-off, poised to meet the growing needs for advanced building solutions across the country.

Grant funding will support workforce programs with the goal of expanding Registered Apprenticeship Programs

Gov. Pritzker Announces New Apprenticeship Expansion Grant Program 

CHICAGO – Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced up to $10 million in funding for the Apprenticeship Expansion Competitive Grant Program to support workforce programs that expand Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAPs) and pre-apprenticeship programs leading to RAPs. Grantees will be selected through a competitive Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) process.

Funding supports research and development projects with universities

Governor Pritzker Awards $2.3 Million in Innovation Voucher Grants, Announces Round II

CHICAGO – Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced 35 awards totaling $2.3 million through the Innovation Voucher Program to promote small business growth and fuel transformative collaborations across Illinois. Additionally, the Governor announced $2.6 million available in grant funding for the second round of the Innovation Voucher Program. Grantees will be selected through a competitive application process.

CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) today launched its annual Black History Month campaign, designed to honor and uplift the contributions of Black Illinoisans, business owners and leaders. DCEO, through its Office of Economic Equity & Empowerment (OE3), will host virtual and in-person events throughout February to spotlight long-standing Black businesses across Illinois highlight Black business accomplishments and contributions to the state, and showcase the State of Illinois’ commitment to growing and investing in Black businesses. As part of the month-long celebration, DCEO launched a webpage featuring events and resources, including resources to support Black-owned businesses, a social media toolkit, and more.

DCEO Celebrates Black History Month

CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) today launched its annual Black History Month campaign, designed to...

Bolstered by an EDGE agreement, Fortune Brands Innovations plans significant investment to create at least 400 new jobs on the North Shore, with capacity for over 1,000 jobs

Governor Pritzker Announces Investments in Fortune Brands Innovations’ Expanded Deerfield Headquarters

DEERFIELD – Today, Governor JB Pritzker, Fortune Brands Innovations and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced new investments in the company’s expanded headquarters in Deerfield. Fortune Brands Innovations’ significant investment in capital expenditures, bolstered by an Economic Development for a Growing Economy (EDGE) agreement, will enable the company to expand its headquarters to increase its operations and position the company and its brands for long-term growth.

Grant funding will support energy-efficient equipment upgrades

Gov. Pritzker Announces Second Round of Funding for the Illinois Grocery Initiative Equipment Upgrades Grant Program

CHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced $2.4 million in available grant funding for the second round of the Equipment Upgrades Grant Program through the Illinois Grocery Initiative. Grantees will be selected through a competitive Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) process.

EDGE for Startups investment will support the construction of a state-of-the-art facility in Dieterich

Governor Pritzker Announces $2.5 Million Investment in Frichtl Expansion Project in Effingham County

DIETERICH – Governor JB Pritzker, Frichtl Processing and Slaughtering, LLC and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) today announced an Economic Development for a Growing Economy (EDGE) for Startups agreement for Frichtl’s $2.5 million investment in capital expenditures for the company’s expansion. This investment will enable Frichtl to purchase space in Dieterich’s new Industrial Park East and construct a new 9,227-square-foot meat processing and packaging facility.

Governor Pritzker Announces $57 Million in Grant Awards Through the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act

Governor Pritzker Announces $57 Million in Grant Awards Through the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act

Site Selection Magazine Names Illinois and Chicago as Top U.S. Destinations for Corporate Expansion and Relocation

Governor Pritzker Announces $18.6 Million Investment in Holcim Spin-Off’s Operational Headquarters in Chicago

Gov. Pritzker Announces New Apprenticeship Expansion Grant Program

Governor Pritzker Awards $2.3 Million in Innovation Voucher Grants, Announces Round II

DCEO Celebrates Black History Month

Governor Pritzker Announces Investments in Fortune Brands Innovations’ Expanded Deerfield Headquarters

Gov. Pritzker Announces Second Round of Funding for the Illinois Grocery Initiative Equipment Upgrades Grant Program

Governor Pritzker Announces $2.5 Million Investment in Frichtl Expansion Project in Effingham County

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