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Put Your Building to Work.
Lower Energy Costs. Strengthen Illinois’ Grid.

548 Energy helps Illinois property owners evaluate battery storage with zero upfront capital. For qualifying projects, we finance, own, install, and maintain the system. You keep 50% of verified net utility-bill savings.

Who We Serve

Reliable, affordable solar and battery storage for:

Government Facilities

School Districts

Commercial and Industrial

It’s Our Mission

At 548 Energy, clean energy builds stronger businesses, stronger communities, and pathways into skilled work through 548 Foundation.


We provide turnkey solar and battery storage solutions. Everything is handled so you receive predictable, lower-cost electricity without capital expense.

What We Do

Engineering and system design

Rooftop and ground mounted installation

Long-term operations and maintenance

Project financing and Power Purchase Agreements

548 Projects Around The City

We’re breaking ground and barriers through 548.

Humboldt Park Passive Living


South Loop Solar Lofts


Garfield Green


The 548 Advantage

Our certified team has decades of experience bringing solar projects to life throughout Chicago.

Community-focused development

Budget-reducing energy solutions

Trusted by public & private institutions

Work With Chicago’s Favorite Solar Company

Zero Up Front Costs

Get your project started without putting a cent down. We’ve got the tools and financial partners to make your project happen.

Customized Solutions for Every Property

Rooftop, ground-mount, and canopy solar options allow flexibility for commercial, industrial, public, and nonprofit facilities. Each system is tailored for maximum energy production and value.

Fully Managed, Turnkey Solution

We handle everything. From engineering, permitting, financing, installation, monitoring, and long-term maintenance, clients receive clean energy without taking on operational burden.