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Energy
The latest energy coverage throughout the state of Illinois
Pritzker signs legislation for energy bill transparency, utility discount program
The new laws mandate line-by-line reporting of all bill charges and raise the threshold on energy assistance to include more...
What happened to Illinois’ plug-in solar bill and does it have a future here?
The bill’s sponsor says she plans to bring it back up in the fall veto session.
Illinois bets on biodiesel: Expanding the market for domestic soybeans
Illinois is a leading market for soybean-based biodiesel.
Consumer advocates seek 80% reduction in latest Nicor gas rate request
Watchdogs allege the request overcharges customers for excessive shareholder profits and executive bonuses.
Advocates, accusing governor of ‘lack of engagement,’ urge passage of data center regulations by end of May
Pressure is mounting for lawmakers to pass data center regulations.
How do data centers benefit the places where they’re built? Local mayors give mixed reviews
From taxes to community investment, data centers have some upsides – though opponents warn of massive water and energy use
Cut with ‘an axe’: Watchdogs, AG call for massive cuts to Peoples Gas rate request
The recommendation by the attorney general’s office sets a new tone for utility spending.
Peoples Gas customers to see minor credits after settlement with AG’s office
Customers will see annual credits of $40-50 if approved by the ICC.
Energy demand in ComEd territory could double by 2040, in part driven by data centers
Lawmakers hear of rising demand in second hearing of three
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