Energy
As coal continues to be phased out,
Illinois is emerging as a leader of the clean energy economy.
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Renewable energy
Illinois is on track to get 25% of its renewables by 2025
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energy efficiency
Consumers get the same services for less money
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fossil fuels
Burning fossil fuels harms our health and environment
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transportation
The transportation sector is now the largest carbon emitter
Energy in Illinois
Energy Actions
Energy Updates
ICJC Lauds $430 Million Award Illinois Climate Pollution Reduction Grants
Illinois – Today, the US Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) announced that Illinois will receive more than $430 million in Climate Pollution Reduction Grants (CPRG) to tackle climate...
Read More >>2024 Legislative Report
IEC's state legislative team has published our 2024 Legislative Report detailing environmental wins and setbacks during this year's legislative session.
Read More >>Analysis: Governor’s FY2025 Budget Address
Gov. JB Pritzker unveiled his 2025 budget proposal. Check it out to see how and which environmental priorities will be funded next year.
Read More >>Illinois’ 2024 Environmental Legislative Agenda
See Illinois’ 2024 Environmental Legislative Agenda, including all of the most important environmental bills this session!
Read More >>2024 Climate Action Lobby Day
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Read More >>IEC Five-Year Strategic Plan
IEC is unveiling our new Five-Year Strategic Plan. After a robust internal planning period, with distinct attention to equity, diversity & inclusion, we're proud to...
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