Consumer advocates seek 80% reduction in latest Nicor gas rate request
Watchdogs allege the request overcharges customers for excessive shareholder profits and executive bonuses.
Energy
The latest energy coverage throughout the state of Illinois
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
High energy prices, federal dollars turn nuke subsidies into ratepayer relief in northern Illinois
The credits were negotiated under the state’s landmark climate and energy legislation.
What does Trump’s EPA reversal of landmark climate change ruling mean for Illinois?
Trump’s EPA reverses landmark climate change ruling, giving new life to coal plants.
CEJA workforce hubs deliver hope, but will they deliver jobs?
State data shows only about 15% of graduates of CEJA workforce hubs have secured employment in the renewable energy sector.
‘A hardship’: Peoples Gas customers rally against requested rate hike
The request would increase monthly heating bills by $10-11 on average.
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