Ameren Missouri, a subsidiary of Ameren Corporation (AEE), received approval from the Missouri Public Service Commission (MoPSC) to acquire, upon completion, a 150-megawatt (MW) solar facility in White County, Illinois, USA.
The solar facility is part of Ameren Missouri’s plan to ensure that it can supply its customers with clean and affordable energy. The acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions and is anticipated to begin generating clean energy late next year.
Ameren Missouri gets approval to acquire solar facility
The solar facility will also be used to support the Renewable Solutions program
The solar facility will also be used to support the Renewable Solutions program, which also received MoPSC approval. Ten organizations from across Missouri are the initial participants in the Renewable Solutions program.
Renewable Solutions program participants are contributing a portion of the costs of the facility, while the facility meets the energy needs of all Ameren Missouri customers.
Participating organizations receive renewable energy credits
In exchange for their contribution, participating organizations receive renewable energy credits, allowing them to meet their own renewable energy goals. The Renewable Solutions program may be expanded in the future, in order to provide additional opportunities for eligible customers.
“Thanks to the commitment of these 10 organizations, all customers will benefit from the additional renewable energy the facility provides,” said Mark Birk, the Chairman and President of Ameren Missouri.
Renewable Solutions program
Mark Birk adds, “The Renewable Solutions program is one of the creative, innovative partnerships we’re pursuing to support our renewable energy efforts and serve our customers’ needs, while maintaining the energy reliability and resiliency that our customers expect.”
The following are some of the organizations that have committed to supporting renewable energy development in our region as part of the Renewable Solutions program:
- Bi-State Development
- bioMérieux
- Emerson
- General Motors
- Mastercard
- SSM Health
- Walmart
Acquisition of 200 MW Huck Finn solar project
Ameren Missouri received approval for the planned acquisition of the 200 MW Huck Finn solar installation
Earlier this year, Ameren Missouri received approval for the planned acquisition of the 200 MW Huck Finn solar installation in central Missouri, which would be the largest solar project in company history. Huck Finn is not part of the Renewable Solutions program.
“We continue to work with developers and other stakeholders on additional renewable energy generation projects to ensure a continued supply of reliable, affordable and sustainable energy is available to meet our customers’ needs,” said Ajay Arora, the Chief Renewable Development Officer at Ameren.
Add 2,800 MW in new, clean renewable generation by 2030
Ameren Missouri plans to add a total of 2,800 MW in new, clean renewable generation by 2030. Today’s announcement is the tenth solar facility that the company has announced or put in service since 2019.
The 150 MW solar facility in White County is expected to produce enough renewable energy to meet the annual needs of nearly 27,500 homes.
Support for Renewable Solutions
The Renewable Solutions program would not be possible without the support of local organizations.
“Emerson has established a target to achieve net-zero operations and source 100% renewable electricity by 2030. We commend the Ameren Missouri team for developing this opportunity to invest in renewable energy as businesses in our region work together toward a more sustainable future,” said Mike Train, the Senior Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer at Emerson.