Clean Energy Choice

Most homes have 2–3 natural gas appliances, keeping life reliable, efficient, and affordable.

No matter the season or demand, Illinois’s natural gas infrastructure keeps energy flowing reliably when it’s needed most.

In 2022, an average of 1,752 new customers every day chose natural gas.

Natural gas fuels more than homes; it fuels our food supply. From fertilizers to higher crop yields, America’s farms depend on it.

Illinois relies on natural gas for 11% of its electricity, keeping homes and businesses powered safely and efficiently.

Electrification comes with a price tag. For healthcare, the cost could climb to $16.3 billion through 2050.

Electrification isn’t just an energy issue; it’s a jobs issue. Mandates could add $23.2 billion in costs to hospitality, which supports nearly 17% of U.S. jobs.

As temperatures climb above 90 degrees in Chicago, electricity demand is surging and federal officials are warning of heightened blackout risks across the PJM grid.

On the hottest days of the year, families and businesses need to know the power will be there when they need it most. A reliable, affordable energy supply isn’t optional.

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/sep/02/heatwave-power-outage-risk

Blackout risk rises as heatwave stresses largest US electric grids US energy department warns of potential for outages in PJM Interconnection, serving 67 million from DC to Chicago

The natural gas industry supports approximately 45,790 jobs in Illinois alone, contributing significantly to the state's economy.

It’s not just about keeping your home warm, natural gas also helps keep critical drug costs down, making prescriptions more accessible for Americans.