Ameren Missouri has received approval from the Missouri Public Service Commission to acquire a 150-megawatt (MW) solar facility currently under construction in Cass County, Illinois.
The new facility, known as the Cass County Renewable Energy Center, will significantly enhance the company’s Renewable Solutions program by doubling its capacity, Ameren Missouri, a subsidiary of Ameren Corporation, said.
“Demand remains very strong for programs that bring businesses ready-made solutions to help them reach their sustainability goals,” said Mark Birk, chairman and president of Ameren Missouri. “Working collaboratively with participating organizations, we’re able to innovate, support continued investment in the region, and help all our Missouri customers.”
Numerous organizations from across Missouri have committed to the expanded Renewable Solutions program, thereby increasing their use of renewable energy and supporting its development in the region. Participants in the program will also receive renewable energy credits. Some of the notable organizations joining or increasing their participation include:
Air Products
bioMerieux
Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
Mastercard
SSM Health
Walmart
World Wide Technology
The Cass County facility is a key component of Ameren Missouri’s broader strategy to provide affordable and reliable energy. The acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to start generating energy by the end of this year. Additionally, the 150-MW Boomtown Renewable Energy Center, currently under construction in White County, Illinois, is also slated to support the Renewable Solutions program and is expected to be operational by the end of this year.