As CONNECT3CTDATA - Stadium Tour - Chicago convenes on November 1, 2026, attendees will find themselves in a state with 81 active data center signals tracked by DCWeeklyIntel. Illinois's pipeline shows 48 operational facilities dominating the landscape, with 10 projects in planning stages and 1 currently under construction. The market's maturity is evident in its operational concentration, while the planning activity indicates continued developer interest. Another 22 signals remain unclassified, suggesting additional projects may be emerging as the Chicago metro continues attracting data center investment.
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Data Center Projects Near CONNECT3CTDATA - Stadium Tour - Chicago
Illinois pipeline signal counts
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10
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48
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Recent signals in Illinois
Yorkville City Council Delays Data Center Zoning Vote in Illinois
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Yorkville City Council is delaying a vote on data center zoning, indicating potential new development interest in the area. The delay suggests officials are taking time to carefully consider the implications of allowing data center construction in their jurisdiction, which could signal either complex negotiations or community concerns about the proposed development.
Tract Enters Data Center Market in Greater Chicago, Illinois
TRACT· Greater Chicago, Illinois
FERC has approved a Transmission Service Agreement between ComEd and TRACT, advancing 1 GW of data center growth in Greater Chicago, Illinois. The approval enables TRACT to move forward with responsible data center development in the region. The project represents a significant power capacity commitment of 1,000 MW. GCs, subcontractors, and vendors should monitor TRACT's Greater Chicago pipeline for upcoming procurement opportunities tied to this large-scale buildout.
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