Ameren Missouri announces it is taking the next step in its generation investment plan by filing an application with the Missouri Public Service Commission to build a new energy center in Jefferson County. The application involves the construction of an 800-megawatt (MW) simple-cycle natural gas generation plant, in addition to Ameren Missouri's first large-scale battery storage facility at one location. Known as the Big Hollow Energy Center, the new facility is designed to efficiently meet increased energy demands while ensuring grid resiliency.

When an EF-3 tornado tore through the St. Louis region on May 16, it left behind a trail of devastation — damaged homes, downed trees and a battered electric grid. Following the aftermath of the storm, more than 2,000 personnel, from throughout the Midwest, descended upon the worst-hit areas of St. Louis to assess the damage, remove debris and restore power to those affected by the tornado. This monumental task included rebuilding more than 100 miles of damaged electric lines and replacing more than 800 power poles affected by the storm. Despite the challenges posed by storm debris, crews were able to safely restore power to more than 100,000 customers in the first 48 hours following the tornado's touchdown.

In preparation for the hot summer weeks ahead, Ameren Missouri donated 900 ENERGY STAR certified window air conditioners to Cooldownstlouis.org and Cooldownmissouri.org to support the company’s most vulnerable customers in St. Louis and throughout Missouri. On average, energy-efficient air conditioners cost less than a dollar a day to operate, allowing customers to stay cool and safe.

Jake Hummel didn’t set out to enter politics. He started out as a union electrician with IBEW Local 1 and spent years working hands-on at job sites across Missouri.