Dive Summary:

• Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel on Monday revealed details regarding his plans for a two-step bidding process geared toward reducing utility bills in the city.
• Chicago has hired consultants to evaluate energy savings options, including taking bids for bulk electricity purchases, and scheduled hearings prior to a Nov. 6 referendum.
• Commonwealth Edison has issued a press release with a statement saying, "ComEd supports and encourages customers to shop for electricity among the dozens of certified alternative suppliers."

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Mayor Rahm Emanuel on Monday outlined a two-step, competitive bidding process for shopping for electricity in bulk, hired a pair of consultants to evaluate the potential consumer savings and scheduled four public hearings to persuade voters to approve a Nov. 6 referendum. ...