Illinois
Illinois lobbying scandal rattles alliance backing state clean energy legislation
The federal investigations into ComEd and Exelon cast doubt about the prospects for the Clean Energy Jobs Act.
nuclear
Does clean energy include nuclear? Pennsylvania is latest state to debate
Some environmental groups see a proposed nuclear power plant bailout as an opportunity to boost clean energy, too.
Illinois
In Illinois, potential plant closures reignite nuclear debate
A day after Exelon Corp. CEO Chris Crane had a White House meeting with President Trump, a pair of Illinois Republicans are seeking their own sit-down with the utility executive to discuss what has become a familiar subject in the Land of Lincoln — struggling nuclear plants.
Massachusetts
Critics say lifeline for Massachusetts LNG power plant sets bad precedent
New England’s grid operator argued the liquified natural gas plant was necessary for regional fuel security.
News
Surprise Illinois energy bill turns up heat on nuclear, solar debates
In the latest act in a years-long drama over Illinois’ energy future, ComEd and Exelon have announced a new bill they say reconciles the state’s competing interests.