Regulatory Green Light for Ameren’s Solar Expansion
Justin Paget
Ameren (NYSE:AEE) received a significant nod from Missouri’s Public Service Commission as it was given the green signal to move forward with three innovative solar projects in the state. This approval cements the utility’s bold vision first unveiled last year.
The rollout begins with the Vandalia Renewable Energy Center poised to illuminate in 2025, followed by the dazzling debuts of Split Rail Solar in Warren County and the Bowling Green Renewable Energy Center shining light on customers in 2026.
The trio of solar farms, boasting a collective capacity of 400 MW, is set to power up to 73,000 households, underlining Ameren’s commitment to driving change in the energy landscape.
The PSC’s directive also paves the way for a potential fourth solar marvel in Cass County, Illinois, subject to approval if fully embraced under Ameren Missouri’s (AEE) Renewable Solutions Program.
Despite coal’s historical dominance in Ameren’s power generation portfolio, the company recently revealed plans to channel billions into renewable energy ventures over the coming years. With an eye on the prize, Ameren (AEE) aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2045.
