Not only is Illinois ranked third in net electricity generation in the United States, but it is also a leader in the Midwest for crude oil refining capacity.

Illinois’ central location and energy-generating infrastructure makes us a vital hub for crude oil and natural gas moving throughout North America, with over a dozen interstate natural gas pipelines, two natural gas market centers, several petroleum and petroleum product pipelines and an oil port.

In 2013, Illinois ranked first in the nation in generating capacity and net electricity generation from nuclear power. The power generated from Illinois alone accounted for over 12 percent of the nation’s nuclear power.

Learn more:
U.S. Energy Information Administration
U.S. Department of Energy