Chicago, IL
Rank #10 of the markets in the index · 1 candidate counties · PJM interconnection region.
Composite siting suitability
61.0/100
Viable
Best submarket: Cook County · typical energize time ~4-7 yrs
| Factor | Score (higher = better) | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Power availability | 42.0 | |
| Water headroom | 85.0 | |
| Hazard safety | 58.0 |
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This page shows the market-level score. The full report scores each of the 1 counties individually — per-county power, water, and hazard, the specific hazards in play, and which submarkets are established vs. emerging.
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