energy affordability

Op-Ed: ComEd’s $15.3 Billion Grid Plan Once Again Puts Illinois Families on the Hook for Higher Bills - It’s no secret that electricity costs...

Lawmakers say the system is under strain as data center growth accelerates faster than new power generation can come online, raising both reliability concerns and electricity prices. #lawmakers #data #costs

More than 100 employees supported storage operations, working extended shifts before, during and after the period of highest demand. #nicorgas #heat #winter

State officials say the investments tied to the new law could create up to 115,000 jobs, including both construction and long-term operating positions. #energy #jobs

Capacity costs make up about 20 percent of the electricity supply price paid by customers of Commonwealth Edison and other utilities within PJM’s footprint, which spans 13 states and the District of Columbia and serves about 67 million customers. #prices #power

Despite repeated promises that higher rates would strengthen the grid or improve service, residents are left wondering where their money is really going. #comed