Illinois faces challenges with coal plant closures and battery reliance

State Representative Dan Ugaste (IL) | Representative Dan Ugaste (R) 65th District

By Kane County Reporter

Dec 11, 2024

As coal plants continue to shut down, there is a growing urgency to address the gap in energy production. This has resulted in an increasing reliance on battery solutions. However, these solutions have been criticized for their inability to provide consistent power necessary for maintaining grid stability.

The Caucus Blog of the Illinois House Republicans highlighted this issue by stating, "More grid battery storage needed as Illinois shutters its coal power plants."

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