The Future Energy Jobs Act (FEJA), among other initiatives, will substantially expand renewable energy efficiency programs, protect 4,200 jobs and preserve $1.2B in annual economic activity. In addition, FEJA will position Illinois as a leader in Zero-Carbon electricity.

“As dairy farmers and neighbors to Illinois communities, we continuously strive to better our footprint and our legacy as stewards of our land. Dairy farmers are constantly looking for new ways to innovate, reduce our inputs and be more efficient on the farm. Adoption of renewable energy solutions such as biomass, anaerobic digestion and solar power on farms are just a few ways we strive to be more efficient and reduce our carbon footprint,” said Bill Deutsch a DeKalb County dairy farmer.

ADA Midwest approved a partnership with the UpField Group to aid in bringing solar energy solutions to the farm. The UpField Group proposed a plan that would generate financial resources for dairy farmers, that could in turn, be used to advance farm-focused initiatives.

“Supporting farmers here in Illinois is core to our business. Our company exists to connect communities and corporations to agriculture. Working as a connector between energy partners and dairy farmers, puts us in a position to help farmers reach their goals. And that feels like the right place for us to be,” Said Mark Inkrott, Co-Founder of the UpField Group.

About UpField Group: UpField Group is an ag-centric consulting and partnership marketing firm located in Illinois that exists to help companies grow by connecting people, communities and corporations to Agri-businesses.

About ADA Midwest: The American Dairy Association of the Midwest is an organization that collects non-checkoff revenue through food vending enterprises at state fairs and other dairy-related programs. ADA of the Midwest uses these funds to provide additional non-checkoff support to dairy farmers and the industry.