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There is no place like Illinois! Companies are choosing to #BeInIllinois, investing in our state because of its unbeatable access to safe, clean, affordable, and reliable power. In 2024 alone, we’ve helped bring 15 major commercial projects to northern Illinois—creating nearly 1,400 jobs and driving over $17 billion in local investment. The momentum is strong, and we’re just getting started!

Exciting News! We're thrilled to announce the launch of our new early college STEM program, "Ignite Your Future", in collaboration with City Colleges of Chicago and Chicago Public Schools. This program will provide $100K in funding to Chicago Military Academy, creating new pathways to rewarding careers in the energy field. Through Ignite Your Future, students will benefit from: ✅ An industry-aligned curriculum ✅ Hands-on learning experiences ✅ Mentorship opportunities ✅ The chance to earn college credits (and even an associate degree!) in construction and engineering. Learn more about this exciting opportunity: http://spr.ly/6005LQcxX

Today is World Engineering Day! We're spotlighting a few of our engineers like Cesar, who grew up on the south side of Chicago but is a loyal Cubs fan, and Vincent, who got to see Taylor Swift during her Eras Tour last year. Learn more about what excites them about their day-to-day roles below and thank an engineer today!

Happy Women’s History Month! We’re proud that our workforce includes women who are: ✅Engineers ✅Lineworkers ✅Volunteers and mentors ✅Educated and skilled ✅Leaders ✅#PoweringLives We’re proud to celebrate all of the women who call ComEd home this month and beyond.

What happens when you put 50 teenagers, a DJ, and soldering tools in one room? You get 50 handmade solar-powered phone chargers! 🔋🌞 At our annual Black History Month STEM Labs, students got hands-on with science—soldering wires, harnessing solar energy, and exploring career paths in the energy industry. For siblings Talia & Reinaldo, this was more than just a project—it was a glimpse into their future careers. See their inspiring journey: http://spr.ly/6000L912q🔗

We’re proud to join local leaders to celebrate the grand opening of the newest Edged Data Center in Aurora! Edged builds and operates a global network of ultra-efficient, AI-ready data centers with waterless cooling for more sustainable operations. We supported this large-scale project by delivering necessary infrastructure upgrades needed to support its operation. Power availability has been cited as a key driving factor for Edged’s decision to locate the project here in Illinois. The Edged Chicago campus uses significantly less energy than traditional data centers and consumes zero water for cooling. “ComEd is committed to powering impactful economic development projects that create local jobs and drive investment within northern Illinois,” said Melissa Washington, our Senior Vice President of Customer Operations and Strategic Initiatives. “The new Edged facility in Aurora is advancing sustainable data center operations to best serve a data-driven future. We look forward to delivering the infrastructure necessary to ensure your continued operation.” With nearly 80 active data center customers in Illinois, our service territory is home to one of the fastest-growing data center markets in the world. Learn more: http://spr.ly/6044LdMhY

Our #ComEdCoolers are back this Sunday, March 2, at North Ave Beach! More than 500 participants on our team will be charging into the cold Lake Michigan waters for the annual Polar Plunge to support Special Children's Charities and Special Olympics Illinois. Follow us on Instagram to watch the action throughout the day.

Calling teens interested in a career in the skilled trades! Apply for our summer Tools of the Trades program—a paid, 7-week training opportunity in Chicago, Rockford, or Oak Brook! Designed for students ages 17-19, this program provides hands-on experience, industry certifications, and the skills needed for a career in construction or electrical trades. Learn more and apply by March 17 at ComEd.com/CleanEnergyJobs.

Congratulations to our 17 trainees who successfully completed underground training’s second progression school—achieving a 100% graduation rate! 🎉 This is no small feat, given the intense demands of the program. Their hard work and dedication have truly paid off, and making them one step closer to the final progression school. Join us in celebrating their achievement! 👏🔥