Ameren Missouri, a subsidiary of Ameren Corp., has received approval to build or acquire approximately 400 megawatts of solar energy. The first of the three solar projects is scheduled to go into service in 2025, with two more set to begin serving customers in 2026.
“Thoughtfully integrating these new, low-cost energy sources with our existing generation fleet is one of the ways Ameren Missouri is providing our customers with the reliable, resilient and affordable energy they expect,” said Mark Birk, chairman and president of Ameren Missouri.
Projects by the Missouri Public Service Commission, in order of targeted in-service dates, include:
Vandalia Renewable Energy Center, a 50-megawatt project based in Vandalia, Mo, to be self-developed by Ameren Missouri with a target in-service date of 2025.
Split Rail Solar, a 300-megawatt project based in Warren County, Mo., with a target in-service date of 2026 to be acquired by Ameren Missouri from In