Powering Care for Those Who Served

At Nicor Gas, supporting the businesses and institutions that keep our communities strong is at the heart of what we do. Few partnerships mean more than the one we share with the Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital—a beacon of hope and healing for U.S. military veterans since 1921.

Located in Hines, Illinois, this comprehensive Veterans Health Administration facility spans 147 acres and stands as the largest VA hospital in the state of Illinois, where more than a million veterans reside. Each year, Hines VA provides care for more than 56,000 veterans, from those who served in World War II to those who fought in Iraq and Afghanistan. With 483 beds and over 850,000 patient visits annually, the hospital delivers world-class healthcare to those who have served our nation.

Behind every appointment, procedure and recovery lies a reliable energy backbone—and Nicor Gas is proud to help power the hospital’s heat plant with cost-effective, dependable natural gas solutions. Our collaboration goes beyond supply. Working together with VA leadership, we have implemented targeted upgrades to reduce energy consumption, boost system efficiency and ensure uninterrupted service—so veterans receive the comfort and care they deserve, around the clock.

This partnership reflects a shared commitment to sustainability, operational excellence and honoring those who served.