Policy

Evidence-based review of coal plant restrictions, EPA repeal claims, compliance savings, health costs, and uncertainty for ratepayers.

Energy permitting reform may speed reviews, but recent bills raise questions for grid timing, local input, courts, and environmental review.

A legislative push in Springfield proposes a shift in how residents access renewable energy. State Senator Rachel Ventura and State Representative Daniel Didech recently introduced the Plug-In Illinois Act, aiming to legalize and deregulate plug-in solar energy systems across the state. Roughly 42 percent of households nationwide lack the ability to install traditional rooftop panels.…

On January 8, 2026, Illinois fundamentally shifted its utility landscape. The state enacted the Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act (CRGA), also known as Senate Bill 25. Governor JB Pritzker signed the legislation, which officially takes effect on June 1, 2026. Ultimately, this law marks a decisive pivot toward a resilient, decentralized power infrastructure. The…

Navigating the rules for batteries and grid tech is like being lost in a maze. It's a challenge for anyone wanting a cleaner grid. The rules are complex, with federal, state, and local layers all mixed up.Is it a utility asset or a market participant? The answer changes depending on who you ask. State guidelines…

If you’ve been following Illinois solar development, you’ve probably noticed a frustrating pattern: a project gets announced, secures land, files paperwork, and may even receive early “approval” milestones—yet it still doesn’t get built for years. The culprit is often the same bottleneck across the Midwest and much of the U.S.: the generator interconnection queue. Interconnection…

Illinois’ Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) isn’t just a clean-energy roadmap—it’s a funding engine. A big part of CEJA’s promise is that the transition to a lower-carbon grid should also create jobs, grow local businesses, and support communities impacted by energy-sector change. So where is the grant money actually going as Illinois moves through…

Lithium-ion batteries are seen as heroes for our renewable grid. But, they're more like squires. They're great for short battles, but not for long sieges.We need something that lasts longer. Why now? Because our renewable energy has a timing issue. Solar energy stops at dusk, and wind energy takes breaks. But our energy needs keep…