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Nuclear power, battery storage funding at center of energy policy debate

Silence DoGood - September 21, 2025

The bill, in its current form, would create a surcharge on electric bills to incentivize battery storage developments, loosen state-level nuclear regulations, institute new energy efficiency requirements and more. #energy

Chicago

Preston Introduces Bill to Promote Affordable, Sustainable Energy in Illinois Without Burdening Ratepayers

Silence DoGood - September 8, 2025

Unlike previous proposals, Preston emphasized, the measure would not force Illinois residents to foot the bill through higher rates. #bill

Community

Regulators OK statewide electric grid upgrades, rate increases

Silence DoGood - December 22, 2024

The Illinois Commerce Commission on Thursday approved scaled-back plans submitted by Commonwealth Edison and Ameren Illinois, the electric utilities for northern and southern Illinois, respectively. #grid

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