Illinois Commercial Energy Resources
Expert guides and insights to help Illinois businesses navigate commercial energy procurement, reduce costs, and optimize energy management strategies.
Fixed vs Index Pricing
Compare fixed rate and index pricing strategies for your business energy needs. Understand the benefits, risks, and best use cases for each approach.
Understanding Demand Charges
Learn how demand charges work and strategies to reduce these costly bill components that can represent 30-50% of your total electricity cost.
Capacity Tags & PLC Guide
Understanding Performance Load Contribution (PLC) and capacity charges for ComEd and Ameren Illinois customers.
Broker vs Supplier
Understand the benefits of working with energy brokers versus direct supplier relationships for commercial electricity procurement.
Natural Gas Hedging Strategies
Guide to natural gas hedging for Illinois restaurants, manufacturers, and businesses. Learn about price volatility and risk management.
Key Topics for Illinois Businesses
Rate Structures
Fixed, index, and structured pricing options for commercial electricity and gas.
Cost Management
Demand charges, capacity costs, and strategies to reduce your energy bills.
Market Dynamics
PJM and MISO market structures, seasonal patterns, and procurement timing.
Risk Management
Hedging strategies, contract terms, and protection against price volatility.
Utility-Specific Information
ComEd Commercial Guide
Comprehensive guide to ComEd commercial energy, including rate structures, PJM market dynamics, demand charges, and capacity tag management for northern Illinois businesses.
Ameren Illinois Guide
Complete guide to Ameren Illinois commercial energy, covering M-series rate schedules, MISO market conditions, and procurement strategies for central and southern Illinois.
Industry-Specific Guidance
Manufacturing
High-demand operations, process optimization, and demand charge management strategies.
Healthcare
Critical load management, backup power considerations, and budget planning for medical facilities.
Restaurants
Natural gas hedging, equipment scheduling, and seasonal cost management for food service operations.
Retail
Multi-location strategies, lighting efficiency, and HVAC optimization for retail chains.
Office Buildings
Peak demand management, tenant billing, and energy efficiency programs for commercial real estate.
Distribution
24/7 operations support, load factor optimization, and automated systems for logistics facilities.
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