National Safety Month

Since 1996, June has been recognized as National Safety Month, a nationwide observance established by the National Safety Council (NSC). This year marks the campaign’s 30th anniversary. National Safety Month raises awareness about preventing injuries and fatalities in the workplace, on the road, and at home, while promoting a culture of safety in every aspect of daily life. NSM offers free r… More

2026 Summer Interns

Prairie State was pleased to welcome its 2026 intern class to campus on May 18! These interns will spend their summer working across our energy campus and learning more about their field. Keep an eye on our website for our upcoming Meet the Intern blog series, where we will share more information about each of these interns. We are excited to have them with us for the season! More

National Heat Awareness Day

National Heat Awareness Day is recognized each year on the last Friday in May. Established in 2013, this day of observance serves as an important reminder to workers, employers, and communities about the dangers of extreme heat and the steps that can be taken to prevent heat-related illnesses and deaths. The body naturally works to maintain a safe temperature through sweating, breathing, and… More

PSGC Awards Grants to Local Classrooms

This fall, the Prairie State Generating Company (PSGC) hosted its second annual Classroom Impact Grant Program to support STEM-related projects in local classrooms. Five grants of $1,000 were awarded. The recipient schools of these grants are listed here, along with the more information about the project being supported: Coulterville Unit School District 1. Project: Launching Learning: E… More

Intern Update: Andrew Jansen

Electrical Maintenance Intern, Andrew Jansen, has been gaining hands-on experience by working directly with machinery, performing repairs, conducting pre-checks, and replacing parts. Each day brings a variety of tasks and challenges across the plant. His department receives work orders at the start of each day, after which the team develops a plan and heads out into the plant. “I like this… More