CLEAResult Expands Chicago-Area Operations to Strengthen Midwest Energy Program Delivery and Support Illinois’ Clean Energy Transition
CLEAResult, North America’s leading provider of demand-side management, energy efficiency, and energy transition solutions, has announced the expansion of its Chicago-area operations with the opening of a new office in Oak Brook, Illinois. The move represents a strategic investment in one of the nation’s most active clean energy markets and reinforces the company’s long-standing commitment to supporting utilities, communities, and policymakers across Illinois and the broader Midwest.
The new Oak Brook location is designed to serve as a central hub for CLEAResult’s growing Illinois-based workforce while strengthening collaboration with utility clients, trade allies, implementation partners, and community organizations. As clean energy investment accelerates throughout the region, the expanded presence positions CLEAResult to deliver programs more efficiently, respond faster to client needs, and scale solutions aligned with evolving state and utility priorities.
Supporting Illinois’ Expanding Clean Energy Landscape
Illinois has emerged as a national leader in clean energy policy and investment, driven by ambitious legislation and long-term planning initiatives. The opening of the Oak Brook office comes at a pivotal moment, as demand for energy efficiency, electrification, and grid modernization programs continues to rise under the state’s Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA), Illinois Plan 7 investments, and the recently enacted Clean and Renewable Grid Act (CRGA).
Together, these policies are reshaping how utilities and energy providers design and deliver programs, with a strong emphasis on carbon reduction, customer affordability, workforce development, and equitable access to clean energy solutions. CLEAResult has played an active role in supporting these objectives, working closely with major utilities such as ComEd and Nicor Gas to implement large-scale energy efficiency and demand-side management initiatives across Illinois and the Midwest for more than a decade.
By expanding its physical footprint in the Chicago area, CLEAResult is positioning itself to remain a trusted delivery partner as program volumes increase and regulatory expectations evolve.
“Illinois is a critical growth market for CLEAResult, driven by forward-looking policy, strong utility leadership, and rising demand for high-impact energy programs,” said Ryan Shaw, Chief Growth Officer at CLEAResult. “Establishing a dedicated office in Oak Brook puts our team closer to the clients and communities we serve, enabling us to respond faster, collaborate more effectively, and deliver programs with greater precision.”
Enhancing Collaboration and Program Execution
The Oak Brook office is designed to foster collaboration across CLEAResult’s multidisciplinary teams, including program managers, field staff, technical experts, and client-facing professionals. Proximity to key utility partners and regional stakeholders enhances coordination across program operations, field implementation, and customer engagement efforts.
A strong local presence is increasingly important as energy efficiency and electrification programs grow in complexity, requiring close alignment among utilities, contractors, community organizations, and regulators. The new office supports hands-on engagement with trade allies and implementation partners, helping ensure consistent program quality and smooth delivery at scale.
Tony Walker, Vice President of CLEAResult’s Plains Region, emphasized the operational advantages of expanding the company’s Chicago-area footprint.
“A strong local presence allows our teams to work side by side with clients, partners, and communities to deliver programs effectively and at scale,” Walker said. “This expanded footprint strengthens how we support ComEd, Nicor Gas, and partners across Illinois, while also positioning us to serve additional utility clients in the months ahead.”
A Decade of Midwest Leadership
CLEAResult’s expansion builds on more than ten years of experience delivering energy programs throughout the Midwest. During that time, the company has supported electric and natural gas utilities, state agencies, and commercial and residential customers across a wide range of initiatives, including energy efficiency, demand response, beneficial electrification, and emerging clean energy solutions.
Today, CLEAResult employs more than 40 professionals based in Illinois, with additional teams supporting regional programs across the Plains and Midwest. These professionals bring deep technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and on-the-ground experience that enable utilities to meet savings targets, comply with state mandates, and deliver measurable value to customers.
The company’s continued investment in Illinois reflects confidence in the state’s long-term clean energy trajectory and the role of demand-side solutions in achieving climate and reliability goals.
Engagement with the Midwest Energy Community
The timing of the Oak Brook office opening coincides with CLEAResult’s Platinum sponsorship of the 2026 Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (MEEA) Midwest Energy Solutions (MES) Conference, scheduled to take place January 27–29 in Chicago. The conference is one of the region’s most influential forums for energy efficiency and clean energy professionals, bringing together utilities, policymakers, regulators, contractors, and technology providers.
As part of its sponsorship, CLEAResult will host a client and partner event and participate actively in conference programming. The company’s involvement underscores its long-standing leadership role within the Midwest energy efficiency community and its commitment to knowledge sharing, innovation, and collaboration.
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