Posts from July 2020 and earlier can be found on our blog archive.
"As South Dakota denies CO2 pipeline proposal, debate continues in Illinois" via The Center Square
September 7, 2023
As one state has declined a request from a CO2 pipeline that would also come through Illinois, the local opposition to the idea remains strong.
"Illinois Environmental Groups Applaud Vetoes by Pritzker" via Inside Climate News
August 23, 2023
Environmental groups are commending Gov. Pritzker for vetoing bills that would have expanded nuclear power, given a utility first dibs on new transmission line projects, and advanced a controversial highway expansion project.
Governor Pritzker Issues Amendatory Veto on Legislation That Would Have Allowed Ameren to Monopolize Transmission Projects
August 16, 2023
Governor JB Pritzker issued an amendatory veto on HB3445—legislation that would have given Ameren a “Right of First Refusal” to build regional transmission lines in Southern Illinois.
Moratorium on New Nuclear Remains in Place in Illinois Thanks to Governor Pritzker’s Veto
August 11, 2023
Governor JB Pritzker vetoed SB76—a bill that would have lifted Illinois’ decades-old moratorium on new nuclear power plants.
"Sangamon County Board shuts down pipeline proposal again" via WCIA
August 9, 2023
Sangamon County has once again voted to shut down a carbon dioxide pipeline proposal from Navigator CO2 Ventures.
"Residents decry 'audacity' of proposed $402 million Peoples Gas rate hike" via Chicago Sun Times
August 2, 2023
Residents and consumer advocates urged the Illinois Commerce Commission to reject a proposed $402 million rate hike sought by Peoples Gas.
Attorney General Sues Williamson Energy for Violations of Water Quality Standards
August 1, 2023
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has filed a lawsuit against Williamson Energy for violations of their NPDES permit under the federal Clean Water Act.
"Record-Breaking Rains in Chicago Underscore the Urgency of Flood Resiliency Projects" via Inside Climate News
July 28, 2023
As the risk of flooding increases, investments in water management and nature-based solutions are seen as crucial to protect vulnerable communities.
"I-55 toll lane expansion no sure thing despite taking a step forward in Springfield" via Chicago Tribune
July 24, 2023
The I-55 proposal was addressed in two pieces of legislation that were approved with bipartisan support in the final days of the spring legislative session.
"Sierra Club aims to sue Trump Tower" via Crain's Chicago Business
July 18, 2023
Sierra Club Illinois and Friends of the Chicago River intend to sue Trump International for violations of the federal Clean Water Act.