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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Watchdogs allege the request overcharges customers for excessive shareholder profits and executive bonuses.
Lawmakers hear of rising demand in second hearing of three
Two bills seek to regulate hidden fees and predatory sales tactics.
Supporters hope the measure can help stave off future projected energy shortages.
Regulators approve reduced rates for major electric utilities after they overspent their 2025 planned budgets.
A new state regulator report projects Illinois will face energy shortages beginning in 2029.
ComEd launches discount program for low-income customers, as required by the Illinois Climate and Equitable Jobs Act.
The Illinois Commerce Commission slashed Ameren’s requested rate increase by over 40%.
The Illinois Commerce Commission has increasingly shown it is willing to rein in utility rate hikes.
Illinois policy still offers companies significant incentives and funding for renewable energy projects.
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