POWERforward Missouri

Data centers: Driving growth throughout the Show-Me State

Published on June 05, 2026.

While Google's recent announcement in Montgomery County seemed to shine a bright light on data centers in Missouri, these types of infrastructure projects are not new to the Show-Me State. In fact, several large and small-scale data centers have been operating for years throughout Missouri. According to the Missouri Department of Natural Resources (DNR), "there were roughly 50 data centers established in Missouri by the 2020s."

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Looking for more predictable energy costs this summer? Ameren Missouri's Budget Billing can help

Published on June 05, 2026.

During the summer months, home appliances need to work harder due to the rising temperatures outside. To give customers options and additional control over their energy bill, Ameren Missouri offers Budget Billing, a free tool that can provide bill predictability and consistency.

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Power Profile: Steve Ehlmann

Published on June 05, 2026.

Steve Ehlmann’s career has taken him from the classroom to the courtroom to county government, but the common thread has been the same: finding where he could make the greatest difference.

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Google deepens Missouri roots through new data center and community investments

Published on May 31, 2026.

On Wednesday, May 20, Google announced plans for a new $15 billion infrastructure investment in New Florence, Missouri. Centered around a new data center, the investment aims to benefit the local community through expanded energy affordability programs, thousands of new jobs in the region and more.

May 2026

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