Prairie State Energy Campus

Prairie State Energy Campus The Prairie State Energy Campus is a 1,600 megawatt coal-fired power plant and adjacent underground coal mine. coal plant.

Our state-of-the-art energy campus uses modern technology to produce cleaner, baseload electricity for our member communities. The Prairie State Generating Company (PSGC) is the operating company of the Prairie State Energy Campus (PSEC). Located in Washington County, Illinois, the PSEC is a technologically advanced electric generation facility, 95 percent owned by not-for-profit utilities and rur

al electric cooperatives. Prairie State's owners are committed to providing clean, reliable and affordable baseload power to the more than 2.5 million families they serve across 180 communities from Missouri to West Virginia. The PSEC is comprised of a 1,600 megawatt coal-fired power plant and adjacent underground coal mine. Prairie State's power plant design incorporates supercritical technology and $1 billion of emissions control equipment; consuming less coal to produce more energy, while achieving one of the best levels of pollution removal in the country. Prairie State also utilizes domestic Illinois coal as its sole power source, derived from its adjacent underground mine, which eliminates the carbon dioxide emissions associated with coal transported from elsewhere. With its combined design efficiencies, Prairie State's carbon footprint is significantly smaller than the typical U.S. Prairie State employees have the unique opportunity to be impactful in their work and to be a part of an energy campus that is redefining power generation for the U.S. Our employees work within one of three general areas of concentration: coal mining, power generation and corporate support services. To view a current list of job openings, please visit the Careers section of our website. Awards: 2020 OSHA VPP Star Site Certification, 2018 CORESafety Certification, 2016 Illinois Association of Water Pollution Control Operators Industrial Plant of the Year, 2014 Power Magazine Top Coal Plant, Southern Illinois Joint Safety Council Mine Safety Award

Happy Labor Day!
09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day!

As you enjoy the long weekend, remember these driving tips to keep you and fellow drivers safe:- Buckle up!- Put your ph...
09/04/2026

As you enjoy the long weekend, remember these driving tips to keep you and fellow drivers safe:
- Buckle up!
- Put your phone away and keep your eyes on the road.
- Slow down and leave plenty of following distance.
- Stay alert for pedestrians, cyclists, and roadside workers.
- Give yourself extra travel time and be patient with holiday traffic.

Every decision behind the wheel matters. Labor Day weekend is statistically one of the deadliest for road travel. We can all do our part by driving safely to ensure everyone has a fun and safe weekend!

Prairie State is looking to hire a Belt Technician! Prairie State employees enjoy competitive compensation and great ben...
09/01/2026

Prairie State is looking to hire a Belt Technician! Prairie State employees enjoy competitive compensation and great benefits, including paid time off accrual starting at 160 hours annually.
Visit the link below to learn more about this job and apply online.
https://bit.ly/2Ar6YaZ

Last Saturday, Prairie State held its annual Employee Appreciation Day, to show thanks to our employees and their famili...
08/31/2026

Last Saturday, Prairie State held its annual Employee Appreciation Day, to show thanks to our employees and their families. This year, the event was held at Eckert’s in Millstadt. We appreciate everyone who came to the event and made it a success!

We’d like to thank our generous sponsors for their support of this event:
*Presenting Sponsor: Enerfab
*Lunch Sponsors: MLC, Bloomsdale Excavating
*Beverage Sponsors: Jennmar, Cogar Manufacturing, United Central Industrial Supply, Belt Tech, Custom Staffing

Prairie State is looking to hire a Mine Maintenance Technician. If you have experience in the mining industry, or in a h...
08/28/2026

Prairie State is looking to hire a Mine Maintenance Technician. If you have experience in the mining industry, or in a heavy equipment rebuild shop, we want to hear from you! Visit the link below to read more about job responsibilities, qualifications, compensation, and benefits.
https://bit.ly/4xmTM0P

Today, we celebrate Women's Equality Day, honoring the adoption of the Nineteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. Th...
08/26/2026

Today, we celebrate Women's Equality Day, honoring the adoption of the Nineteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. This historic milestone secured women's right to vote and marked a significant step forward in the ongoing pursuit of equality, representation, and opportunity for all.

Prairie State Generating Company is excited to announce its third annual Classroom Impact Grant program for local K-12 c...
08/20/2026

Prairie State Generating Company is excited to announce its third annual Classroom Impact Grant program for local K-12 classrooms! Qualifying projects include those in public or private school classrooms located within a 60-mile radius of the Prairie State Energy Campus. At least four grants of $1,000 each will be provided to projects which improve the learning environment. Preference will be given to STEM-related projects.

Administrators or teachers who are interested in applying should contact Alyssa Kreger at [email protected] to receive a blank application. Complete submissions will include a filled application form and a one-page, typed request explaining the project. More details are available on the application form. All application materials are due no later than September 28, 2026.

These grants will provide the opportunity for smaller educational improvement projects to become a reality. We are excited for the chance to again make a positive impact on students in our local communities!

August is Children's Eye Health and Safety Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of regular ...
08/12/2026

August is Children's Eye Health and Safety Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of regular eye exams and eye safety for children. This month is a great opportunity to learn about common childhood vision conditions, recognize the importance of routine eye exams, and take steps to protect your child's eye health. Early detection can make a lasting difference and help children thrive at every stage of development.

Last week, our 2026 Intern Class gave their end-of-summer presentations to Prairie State's leadership team. Today offici...
08/07/2026

Last week, our 2026 Intern Class gave their end-of-summer presentations to Prairie State's leadership team. Today officially marks the end of this summer's intern program. We are so proud of all the work our interns have accomplished this summer, and we wish them the best of luck in their future endeavors!

08/05/2026

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