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FIGHTING FOR CLEAN ENERGY,
CONSUMER PROTECTIONS &
LOWER UTILITY BILLS SINCE 1984

FIGHTING FOR CLEAN ENERGY,
CONSUMER PROTECTIONS &
LOWER UTILITY BILLS SINCE 1984

FIGHTING FOR CLEAN ENERGY,
CONSUMER PROTECTIONS &
LOWER UTILITY BILLS SINCE 1984

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Since
1984

Fight utility rate hikes, promote clean energy, and advocate for consumer protections in Illinois.

Tired of costly fossil fuels? Read CUB's new Better Heat Guide: Steps to a Cheaper, Cleaner Way to Heat Our Homes. This guide focuses on Chicago but has helpful info for people across the state.

Need help navigating your gas and electric bills? CUB's updated Gas and Electric guide provides an in-depth overview of gas and electric utilities in Illinois— the result of years of research and writing by CUB experts on state regulations and utility tariffs.

Need help navigating your gas and electric bills? CUB's updated Gas and Electric guide provides an in-depth overview of gas and electric utilities in Illinois— the result of years of research and writing by CUB experts on state regulations and utility tariffs.

Latest Blog Posts

CUB Q&A: Feds want to hit us with higher electric bills to prop up expensive, out-of-state power plants

This summer, electricity prices are skyrocketing. Starting June 1, consumers started to feel the heat of poor decision-making at our ...

Statement: CUB Joins Other Consumer Advocates in Challenging Federally Mandated Rate Hike to Keep ‘Zombie Power Plant’ Open

The following is a statement by Clara Summers, manager of the Citizens Utility Board’s Consumers for a Better Grid campaign, ...

Renting your first apartment in Chicago? Here’s how to read your utility bills

By: Citlali Dominguez So you just moved into your new apartment, and you’re having trouble reading your utility bills. Don’t ...

CUB’s report on gas-market volatility: July

Gas prices for eight of Illinois' 9 major utilities remained elevated compared with a year ago, led by Nicor Gas, ...

Latest Blog Posts

CUB Q&A: Feds want to hit us with higher electric bills to prop up expensive, out-of-state power plants

This summer, electricity prices are skyrocketing. Starting June 1, consumers started to feel the heat of poor decision-making at our ...

Statement: CUB Joins Other Consumer Advocates in Challenging Federally Mandated Rate Hike to Keep ‘Zombie Power Plant’ Open

The following is a statement by Clara Summers, manager of the Citizens Utility Board’s Consumers for a Better Grid campaign, ...

Renting your first apartment in Chicago? Here’s how to read your utility bills

By: Citlali Dominguez So you just moved into your new apartment, and you’re having trouble reading your utility bills. Don’t ...

CUB’s report on gas-market volatility: July

Gas prices for eight of Illinois' 9 major utilities remained elevated compared with a year ago, led by Nicor Gas, ...