Myth
A power plant is an eyesore and will lead to a decrease in local property values.
Fact
Indeck Niles will be a state-of-the art energy center. Its location within the Niles Industrial Park will minimize impacts associated with building in a residential area. Most importantly, Indeck is taking an unproductive site and turning it into an economic engine that will create jobs, spur economic development and generate revenues for the City of Niles, its residents and the local area.