An Energy Future that Works for Downstate

Illinois, along with the rest of the U.S., is undergoing a once-in-a century transition from traditional energy sources to renewable energy sources. Downstate Energy is here to ensure that this transition works for Downstate consumers and businesses. With your help, we can help move Illinois' clean energy goals forward, support Downstate workers and businesses, keep energy affordable, reliable, and resilient.

Downstate Energy supports solutions that:

• Support Illinois’ Own Workers and Businesses  
• Keep Energy Costs Affordable
• Keep our Energy Reliable and Resilient
• Move Illinois’ Clean Energy Goals Forward
• Leverage Natural Gas as a Reliable Clean Energy Partner

SUPPORTING AN ENERGY FUTURE THAT WORKS FOR DOWNSTATE.

We are Central and Southern Illinois. We're here to ensure that the clean energy transition works for Downstate consumers and businesses. With your help, we can protect our core values of energy affordability and reliability while realizing the full potential and benefits of a clean energy economy.

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