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National conference highlights Illinois' clean energy accomplishments
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Fusion42 · 24 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Illinois' Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) has significantly increased the state's investment in renewable energy and created workforce hubs while setting a goal for 100% clean energy by 2050, including ending private coal generation by 2030 and closing natural gas plants by 2045. Despite political opposition and concerns about rising energy costs, the law aims to modernise Illinois' energy sector and foster green economic growth.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Climate Tech, and 2 sources have reported it between 16 Sep 2026 and 23 Sep 2026.
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Illinois has committed to a full clean energy transition by 2050, creating openings for startups in renewables and workforce training hubs you can supply. Rising costs may trigger pushback, so prepare for an agile political environment.
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2 sources · first reported 16 Sep 2026 · latest 23 Sep 2026
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