Consumer advocates seek 80% reduction in latest Nicor gas rate request
Watchdogs allege the request overcharges customers for excessive shareholder profits and executive bonuses.
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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
Lawmakers target hidden fees, predatory sales tactics with electric supply legislation
Two bills seek to regulate hidden fees and predatory sales tactics.
Pritzker signs major energy reform bill amid projected shortages
Supporters hope the measure can help stave off future projected energy shortages.
Regulators strike millions from Ameren, ComEd electric rate hike requests
Regulators approve reduced rates for major electric utilities after they overspent their 2025 planned budgets.
As state regulators warn of impending energy shortfalls, capacity prices rise again
A new state regulator report projects Illinois will face energy shortages beginning in 2029.
ComEd launches new discount program for low-income customers
ComEd launches discount program for low-income customers, as required by the Illinois Climate and Equitable Jobs Act.
Ameren residential gas customers to see average $3.65 increase on bills in January
The Illinois Commerce Commission slashed Ameren’s requested rate increase by over 40%.
ICC slashes Nicor, Ameren proposed gas rate hikes by over 40%
The Illinois Commerce Commission has increasingly shown it is willing to rein in utility rate hikes.
Illinois bet on solar to meet its climate goals. Trump has the industry in his crosshairs.
Illinois policy still offers companies significant incentives and funding for renewable energy projects.
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