Case Study: Vernon Hills Park District achieves 70% renewable energy and major cost savings with Trane Commercial solar

Vernon Hills Park District’s Solar Success Story

The Vernon Hills Park District, a local government body in Illinois, sought to reduce energy costs and increase sustainability by generating at least 50% of its energy from renewable sources. They partnered with Trane Commercial to find a turnkey solar solution that would meet these goals without a large up-front capital investment.

Trane implemented a 122.4 kW solar photovoltaic system using a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA), which avoided upfront costs. This solution allows the park district to generate roughly 70% of its energy needs on-site, saving over 153,000 kWh annually and significantly reducing its carbon footprint. By partnering with Trane, the Vernon Hills Park District exceeded its renewable energy targets and achieved substantial operational savings.

Vernon Hills Park District