It’s projected to cost ComEd $3.1B to connect data centers to the grid

It’s projected to cost ComEd $3.1B to connect data centers to the grid

News ClipCapitol News Illinois·IL·10/26/2026

ComEd projects that connecting data centers to the Illinois power grid could cost the utility $3.1 billion. Consumer advocates warn that the costs could be passed on to Illinois ratepayers.

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ComEd projects $3.1 billion in data center grid costs as consumer advocates warn Illinois ratepayers could pay more.