In March 2024, the ICC initiated a statewide Future of Gas proceeding that will commence with public workshops to develop a detailed action plan for Illinois gas utilities’ future infrastructure investments. The Future of Gas proceeding will evaluate the impacts of Illinois’ current decarbonization and electrification goals on the natural gas system.
The main goal of the proceeding is to explore issues tied to decarbonization of the gas distribution system, including how the gas system may need to adapt. Additionally, the proceeding will develop recommendations for any future Commission action and any necessary legislative changes.
Action Plan for Illinois Gas Utilities
To increase transparency and remedy an information asymmetry between the gas companies, the ICC, and interested stakeholders, the Commission has directed each gas utility to file Long-Term Gas Infrastructure Plans on a biennial basis beginning in mid-2025. These infrastructure plans should be designed to include information related to the gas utilities’ internal decision making.