Illinois
Another Illinois energy bill, another chance for controversy and questions
The Downstate Clean Energy Affordability Act, backed by utility Ameren, emphasizes utility-scale solar and storage.
Illinois
Illinois ruling is a green light for third-party solar projects
The use of power purchase agreements for solar projects had been unclear before state regulators clarified last month.
environmental justice
Chicagoans demand answers, input and oversight for former coal plant site
Little Village residents worry pollution from truck traffic will be more harmful to the neighborhood than coal emissions.
solar
Report: Utilities could help connect low-income customers with solar
Indiana, Michigan and Wisconsin so far have done little to make solar accessible to all, clean energy advocates say.
Illinois
Illinois legislation promises a renewable energy revolution. But who would pay?
Two major bills aimed at getting the state to 100% renewable power would slightly increase charges on utility customers.