Illinois Energy Group

In August 2002, Illinois Energy Group proposed to build two 750 megawatt coal-fired plants at Benton in Franklin County, Illinois. However, the EPA is no longer tracking the project, and it appears to be defunct.

Project Details
Sponsor: Illinois Energy Group Location: Benton, Franklin County, IL Capacity: 1500 MW (two 750 MW units) Projected in service: TBD Status: Abandoned

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