A consultant modeled five pathways to cut natural gas use in Illinois homes and buildings as the state works toward its 2050 clean energy target.
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November 3, 2026
Arevon Secures $120M Tax Equity for Illinois SolarArevon Energy's Big Muddy Solar project in Jackson County, Illinois, has secured a $120 million tax equity commitment from Wells Fargo Bank.
October 29, 2026
Mary Miller to Announce Illinois Water FundingCongresswoman Mary Miller will detail federal infrastructure support for a rural treatment facility on November 2.
October 21, 2026
Illinois Commission Approves Nicor Gas Rate HikeThe Illinois Commerce Commission has authorized an $82 million rate increase for Nicor Gas following a settlement negotiation.
October 14, 2026
Nicor Gas Opened Winter Energy Assistance ApplicationsEligible Illinois households may now apply for support to manage winter heating expenses.
October 12, 2026
Illinois Bill Will Propose Water Bill Telehealth FeesProposed legislation would allow municipalities to automatically enroll residents in a $9 monthly telehealth service.
October 9, 2026
Illinois Utilities Expanded Monarch Butterfly HabitatsState agencies and utility companies have converted thousands of acres into protected pollinator environments.
October 5, 2026
Illinois Supreme Court Agreed to Review Solar PermittingThe court will resolve a legal conflict regarding the power of counties to deny commercial solar energy projects.
October 1, 2026
Ameren Illinois Implemented New Electricity Supply RatesThe state utility updated its pricing structure for residential customers effective this month.
September 23, 2026
Illinois Attorney General, Nicor Agreed to Rate HikeThe negotiated agreement reduces a proposed $221 million natural gas rate increase to $81.6 million.
