Energy
As coal continues to be phased out,
Illinois is emerging as a leader of the clean energy economy.

Renewable energy
Illinois is on track to get 25% of its renewables by 2025

energy efficiency
Consumers get the same services for less money

fossil fuels
Burning fossil fuels harms our health and environment

transportation
The transportation sector is now the largest carbon emitter
Energy in Illinois
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IEC Policy Platform
We convened town halls open to the public, all of our 100+ affiliate organizations, our individual members and our staff to deliberate and develop the...
Read More >>Energy and Transportation Town Hall
Wednesday, November 16 | 6-7:30 pm | Register via Zoom using the form below IEC is hosting a series of three town halls for our...
Read More >>What’s in Chicago’s proposed 2023 Budget?
Mayor Lori Lightfoot proposed her $16.7 billion FY2023 budget with a heavy focus on pensions, public safety, and reducing the city’s debt. Additionally, the Mayor...
Read More >>A Closer Look at Chicago’s Climate Action Plan
On the heels of the release of Chicago's Climate Action Plan, IEC will break down what’s in the plan, what’s not and what more needs...
Read More >>Global Crises and Pain at the Pump: A Clean Solution to Rising Energy Prices
With gas prices skyrocketing, the need for increased investment in clean energy has never been greater. To understand the current situation and what needs to...
Read More >>Why Chicago needs Department of Environment and why we need one now
A decade ago, the City of Chicago under the Emanuel administration dissolved its Department of Environment, leaving a broad range of environmental issues to be...
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