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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

CUB Staff Spotlight Meet Cyrius Currie, CUB's Director of IT Cyrius Currie has been part of the Citizens Utility Board since fall 2001. Cyrius helps run and maintain the technology CUB relies on every day! We're grateful to have him on the team!

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Fall is here, and CUB has a full month of free events to help you get ready for heating season. This October we'll be all over the Chicago area and across Illinois, and we hope to see you at one of these great events! Find an event near you: buff.ly/uOOGFsx

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

What do data centers mean for your power bills, your water and your community? Join CUB and partners Monday for Let's Talk Data Centers. Mon., Oct. 5, 6-8 p.m. Bloomington Public Library, 205 E. Olive St. Free, and no registration required.

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Heating season is here. CUB's review of October gas prices: 4 of Illinois' 9 major utilities are charging more than a year ago, including Peoples Gas (+9%) and North Shore Gas (+3%). Nicor (-15%) and Ameren (-4%) are lower. Details: buff.ly/u1B41ll

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

ICYMI: New power prices thru May 2027. ComEd: 10.103¢/kWh Ameren: 10.441¢/kWh for first 800 kWh; 8.262¢/kWh beyond 800 kWh. Rates are down from summer, but still elevated. Read CUB’s Alert about ComEd: buff.ly/UXvOapt And Ameren: buff.ly/MmXn9J8

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

At a Chicago City Hall news conference today, consumer advocates stood with Alder Maria Hadden & state Sen. Graciela Guzman to announce that 38 elected leaders in Chicago have sent a letter to state regulators opposing the Peoples Gas rate hike. We're grateful! Read more: buff.ly/wZDMX1U

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

How could data centers' energy demand affect your electric bill? Join CUB in Crystal Lake to find out and learn what you can do about it. 📅 Thu., Oct. 1, 6–8 p.m. 📍 McHenry County College, 8900 US Hwy 14, Crystal Lake, IL 60012 Register: buff.ly/qRzjacY

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

ComEd and Ameren have confirmed their new power prices as of Oct. 1. A major reason Illinois power prices are high is soaring demand from new and proposed data centers. This is why we’re working to pass the POWER Act–to make Big Tech pay its fair share: buff.ly/MIvQBBA

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

📆 ⏰️ Karen from CUB has an important reminder for us all: Next Thursday (October 1st), the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) will open for certain income-eligible groups. Get more info in our newly updated blog article: buff.ly/FWNYxR7

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Thanks to the IL American Water customers who attended public forums in Bolingbrook to protest the utility's 4th rate-hike request in a decade--this one for $129M. People are frustrated! Said one 85-year-old speaker: "My pockets are empty." CUB's petition: buff.ly/vBuLbPo

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Data centers have led to a 50% increase in ComEd's supply price this year! 6 pm, Thursday, Oct. 1: Join CUB and a panel of experts for a discussion on the impacts of data centers. We'll also talk about proposed state reforms (the POWER Act). Register here: buff.ly/SWxJ5im

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Shoutout to Scott & Karen. This week, they participated in a discussion on data centers organized by the Alliance of the Southeast, a coalition of churches, schools, businesses & community organizations, working together for the neighborhoods of Southeast Chicago.

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

📣 This Friday at 11 AM: Ask CUB Anything! Got questions about your utility bills, energy choices or how data centers impact electricity costs? Join CUB experts for a members-only Facebook Live and get answers to common consumer questions. 📅 Sept. 25 | 11 AM RSVP: buff.ly/53ODEP8

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Read our new blog article on the Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability (“CRGA”) Act: buff.ly/DlLfwiZ CRGA is a new law that, among other things, aims to lower energy costs by supporting the development of new battery storage projects and expanding energy efficiency.

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Look how much CUB staffer Scott saved on Ameren's Peak Time Rewards program recently. Ameren PTR (buff.ly/LSF0dE7) and ComEd Peak Time Savings program (buff.ly/5mdkrjd) allows participants to earn bill credits by taking simple, safe energy efficiency actions!

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Why choose Illinois Solar for All: Residential Solar? Enjoy vetted solar installers, low or no cost installation, savings you can count on, and more! Learn more about how this income-eligible program can benefit you at www.illinoissfa.com

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

The morning after the Bolingbrook rate-hike forum, CUB told Fox Chicago that Illinois American Water's proposed $129M rate hike (its 4th in a decade) "would be another big hit for customers. And as we heard last night: People are hurting." buff.ly/Xt70e9J

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Data centers need to pay their fair share.📣 Join us in the Capitol on November 18th to fight for guardrails that put Illinoisans first and hold data centers accountable. RSVP: bit.ly/vetolobbyday #HoldDataCentersAccountable

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

CUB's DeKalb Data Center Community Forum is tonight, 7–8 p.m. at Cortland Lions Club, 126 S. 4th St, DeKalb, IL. Get money-saving tips and learn how to advocate for cleaner, affordable energy.

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Join CUB Thurs, 9/17, 7–8 p.m. at Cortland Lions Club (126 S. 4th St, DeKalb, IL) for a community forum on data centers—plus money-saving tips and how to advocate for cleaner, more affordable energy.

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

CUB's Community Solar & Energy Efficiency Power Hour is tomorrow — Wed, 9/16, 7–8 p.m. at Lockport City Hall. Come learn about your solar options and current efficiency programs.

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Bring your utility bill to CUB's free Bill Review Clinic — Mon, 9/21, 3:30–5:30 p.m. at Frankfort Public Library. One-on-one counselor sessions, rebate info, and help spotting unnecessary charges. Register: buff.ly/o6WJdqj

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Utility Bill Review Clinic with Citizens Utility Board | Frankfort Public Library District

Citizens Utility Board (CUB) is hosting a free event to provide suggestions on how to reduce your utility bills and tap into money-saving, clean energy programs.

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

The POWER Act would put commonsense guardrails on data centers so they don't cause our electric bills to skyrocket. CUB will be at this panel discussion at Aurora's Santori Public Library, 101 S River St, Aurora, 60506. This event is in-person & on Zoom: buff.ly/7xa6fqY

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Today, members of the IL Clean Jobs Coalition delivered 600+ comments to ICC Chair Doug Scott urging that the final Future of Gas report prioritize an equitable transition to cleaner, more affordable heat. Thanks to Chair Scott and thanks to IL PIRG, GreenLatinos, Sierra Club IL & Faith in Place.

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

IL American Water wants a 4th rate hike--after winning $230M over the last decade. And its new $129M hike would jack up avg water bills by $10/month & wastewater bills by $23/month. Fed up? Go to the state regulatory forum 7 pm Sept. 16 in Bolingbrook: buff.ly/PjnpS5V

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

This summer, Illinois consumers paid 40-50% higher electricity prices, and a big reason is Big Tech Data centers aren't paying their fair share. We need to fix this. Tell Springfield to pass the POWER Act: buff.ly/r99hAvV Tell Washington to pass the Power for the People Act: buff.ly/KC1G1LR

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

One of the best FREE services CUB provides is our Utility Bill Clinics--and we're holding 2 this week! Bring your bills, and a CUB expert will review them for ways to save money. Read our events blog for more info about registering for the clinics: buff.ly/oFvsOwr

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Wishing you all a meaningful Labor Day. We thank all the frontline utility workers who brave dangerous conditions to make sure we have essential services (lighting, heat, air conditioning, phone service, internet, etc.) We appreciate your skill and dedication. Please be safe!

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

ICYMI: CUB hit 20+ free events across Illinois in August—senior fairs, solar workshops, talks on cable & robocalls, and how data centers are raising our power bills. Thank you to everyone who attended! Check out our events in September: buff.ly/oFvsOwr

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

The CUB Office is closed for the holiday. We wish everyone a meaningful Labor Day. The Consumer Hotline will reopen 9 am, Tuesday, Sept. 8. If you have a complaint about a utility, it will be reviewed by CUB when the office reopens. CUB's complaint form: buff.ly/XQxGvI5

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

How hard did your electric bill hit you this summer? CUB wants to hear from Illinois consumers about rising electricity costs. Your story can help us fight for stronger consumer protections and reforms to make Big Tech data centers pay their fair share. Tell us: buff.ly/kgtqoVN

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Giving states more power is one important way to improve accountability to the 67M+ customers across the PJM region. We’re glad to see Gov. JB Pritzker recognize the importance of strong state action in the push for meaningful PJM reform: buff.ly/lXsbUBB Thank you, @govpritzker.illinois.gov 👏

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

ComEd Peak Time Savings customers take note: Peak Time Savings hours are 6:30-9 TONIGHT! People in the program can earn bill credits by taking simple, safe energy efficiency actions. Learn more about the program here: buff.ly/5mdkrjd And here: buff.ly/Yzser9F

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Gas prices are a mixed bag in Illinois this September. Consumers Gas customers saw the steepest jump — up ~89% from a year ago. Liberty Utilities is up ~41%. 6 of the state's 9 major utilities are charging more than last September. Full breakdown: www.citizensutilityboard.org/blog/2026/08...

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CUB’s report on gas market volatility: September 2026 | Citizens Utility Board

Gas prices for six of Illinois’ 9 major utilities were up from a year ago, including Consumers Gas, which is charging a supply rate about 89 percent higher than last September and Liberty Utilities,…

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Matt from CUB is speaking tonight at a presentation in Elgin: Data Centers -- The Good, the Bad and the Ugly. He's speaking about the importance of passing the POWER Act to make Big Tech pay its fair share. Tell Springfield! buff.ly/g1ccLG0

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

That's a wrap on August—20+ free CUB events across Illinois! Thanks to everyone who stopped by. September events coming soon.

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Data centers are driving up electricity costs for consumers and revenues for power plant owners. Learn what state leaders and PJM can do now to step up for consumers: www.RealSolutionsRisingBills.org

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Don't assume your town's community power deal will save you money. Do your homework. A CUB analysis found that more than 9/10 community-negotiated power offers in Ameren IL territory were money-losers. (They fared better in ComEd territory.) Read more: buff.ly/1HWs8JQ

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Last call — we're on TONIGHT, 6:30–8:30pm at Mt. Prospect Public Library (Room A), for a community discussion on data center growth and what it means for our grid & utility bills. Register: buff.ly/faJTaP0

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

There's a new option for ComEd customers called Time-of-Day Pricing, and, it offers savings for customers who can shift their electricity usage to cheaper times of the day. Read more at CUB's blog: buff.ly/evssH9b

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Don't Miss this event tomorrow! We're at Mt. Prospect Public Library, Room A from 6:30-8:30 for a community discussion on the impacts of this growth and the solutions being proposed! 10 S Emerson St., Mount Prospect, IL 60056 Register Now: buff.ly/faJTaP0

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Breaking: Ameren Peak Time Rewards customers take note: PTR hours are 3-7 pm TODAY! People in the program can earn bill credits by taking simple, safe energy efficiency actions. Learn more about the program here: buff.ly/DUdsPiS And here: buff.ly/p4l9bp2

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Data centers should pay for their energy bills, not Illinois consumers. PJM’s new plan to hold Big Tech accountable only works if Illinois steps up and takes action. Read our blog article on PJM's plan: buff.ly/5IPlPQR And tell our leaders: Pass the POWER Act! ⚡https://buff.ly/yURb50H

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Today, 10-11am: Join the Citizens Utility Board (CUB) for a free presentation about your cable options and reducing robocalls at Arbor Place of Lisle! Call (630) 349-0328 to register.

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Data centers use enormous amounts of electricity—and consumers shouldn’t be stuck paying the bill. CUB & Consumers for a Better Grid explain how data centers are unfairly driving up power bills. One solution: BYONCE—Bring Your Own New Clean Energy. Watch to learn more: buff.ly/BvNDxA3

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Data centers are expanding rapidly across IL Join us to discuss the impact of data centers on our energy grid, utility bills and water supply--and potential solutions: 6:30-8:30 pm, Thursday, Aug. 27, Mt. Prospect Public Library, Room A, 10 S Emerson St., Mt. Prospect. Register: buff.ly/faJTaP0

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

$400M+ in "unjust profits." One company is accused of one of the largest fraud schemes in FERC history—and is now trying to weaken the watchdog that caught it. CUB stepped in to defend consumers. Link: buff.ly/Acw68jF

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

So how hard have data centers been on our electric bills? The PJM market monitor says consumers are on the hook for $29 billion+ in data-center related costs thanks to the last 4 PJM auctions for reserve power (capacity). Illinois must pass the POWER Act: buff.ly/I1Az47p

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

ICYMI: The EV Rebate Program application cycle has opened. Thousands of Illinois drivers have already received rebates of up to $4,000 through the program. Learn more here: buff.ly/uq4YkHf And at the Illinois EPA website: buff.ly/KLo6yKC

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CUB Illinois @cubillinois.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Yesterday, Karen from CUB's outreach team was in Pilsen, Chicago, attending Sen. Villanueva Back to School Fair. Families were able to receive back to school supplies, CUB pencils, and information on utility bill savings. Thank you for a great event!

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