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As fall brings cooler mornings and milder afternoon temperatures, it's the perfect time to revisit home energy habits and prepare for the winter heating season. Ameren encourages customers to...

JA Trades on Tour, powered by Ameren, will reach students across 144 counties in Missouri, Illinois and Indiana ST. LOUIS (Oct. 20, 2025) – Ameren Corporation and Junior Achievement of Greater...

Schedule a service appointment with Ameren Missouri today, before the first freeze COLUMBIA, Mo. (Oct. 20, 2025) – With chilly nights arriving, Ameren Missouri is encouraging customers to...

DELTA, Mo. (Oct. 2, 2025) – Ameren has contributed $25,000 to the Cape Area Community Foundation to support ongoing recovery efforts in Cape Girardeau County following an EF2 tornado that hit...

Six teams from Missouri and Illinois to showcase skills in Florence, Kentucky ST. LOUIS (Sept. 10, 2025) – Ameren is sending six teams – four from Missouri and two from Illinois – to...

Pilot program allows KidSmart to expand into Central Missouri schools for second time, providing FREE school supplies to equip local students in need for success! ST. LOUIS (Sept. 8, 2025) –...

Support and online tools are available for Ameren Missouri customers today ST. LOUIS, Aug. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ameren Missouri customers who typically qualify for energy assistance may now be...

Additional support will be available for Ameren customers following heat wave ST. LOUIS, Aug. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ameren will make available an additional $4 million for bill payment...

Ameren Missouri urges customers to call 811 before excavation COLUMBIA, Mo. (Aug. 7, 2025) – Ameren Missouri is informing customers of planned changes to Missouri law that underscore the...

Ameren Missouri program saved commercial customers 29.7 million kilowatt-hours of electricity since July 2024 ST. LOUIS, July 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ameren Missouri today announced that more...

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (July 10, 2025) – In preparation for the hot summer weeks ahead, Ameren Missouri has donated 140 ENERGY STAR certified window air conditioners across several Southeast...

ST. LOUIS (July 7, 2025) – Ameren Missouri is reminding customers of several adjustments to its assistance programs for those needing help with their energy bill this summer. As of June 1, the...

Customers are encouraged to register for Ameren Missouri programs designed to keep vulnerable neighbors safe and cool during the summer heat JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (June 25, 2025) – In preparation...

ST. LOUIS (June 24, 2025) – In preparation for the hot summer weeks ahead, Ameren Missouri donated 900 ENERGY STAR certified window air conditioners to Cooldownstlouis.org and...

Simple changes at home and assistance programs can help customers manage higher energy usage while staying safe ST. LOUIS (June 20, 2025) – With meteorologists calling for a heat wave across...

Aid includes expanded energy bill assistance funds, pause in disconnections, and special payment arrangements for eligible customers ST. LOUIS (May 27, 2025) – Ameren Missouri announced today a...

Contributions focused on community recovery and assistance to impacted customers ST. LOUIS, May 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ameren Corporation announced today a $1 million donation to assist in...

SUMMARY UPDATE Approximately 1,900 workers are on the job today rebuilding destroyed energy infrastructure. As of 10 a.m., we have restored power to 70% of customers since Friday’s violent weather.

SUMMARY More than 1,300 workers throughout Missouri are dedicated to the storm response, including crews brought in from other parts of the state and across the region. We anticipate an additional...

Powering Missouri Growth Plan aims to reliably serve large businesses while maintaining just and reasonable rates for all customers ST. LOUIS, May 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ameren Missouri, a...

Follow the journey of the young chicks from nest to first flight ST. LOUIS (May 6, 2025) – Ameren Missouri is announcing the arrival of this year’s Peregrine falcon chicks. Viewers can witness...

ST. LOUIS (May 1, 2025) – Spring is a popular time of year for families and friends to gather and celebrate special occasions such as graduation and other milestones. But to keep the...

Ameren Missouri offers energy assistance programs year-round; LIHEAP applications due May 31 ST. LOUIS (April 28, 2025) – Ameren Missouri is reminding customers that they may be eligible for a...

2024 trends report found more people are digging – and more instances of digging-related damage ST. LOUIS (April 8, 2025) – Ameren Missouri is urging customers to call 811 and practice safe...

Modern facility will support reliability, faster response times for customers PARK HILLS, Mo. (March 28, 2025) – Today, Ameren Missouri announced the opening of its new, state-of-the-art...

CURRENT SITUATION We expect to restore most customers by the end of the day today. Some complicated repairs will require more time, including a Bridgeton neighborhood with severe damage and dozens...

CURRENT SITUATION AND NUMBERS TO KNOW We expect to restore most customers by Monday night. Some complicated repairs could push to later in the week, including a Bridgeton neighborhood with dozens...

CURRENT SITUATION AND NUMBERS TO KNOW We have more than 2,200 personnel in the field today. These crews started early this morning and will be working through the day into the night. This includes...

Spring is about to arrive, and the longer days will inspire homeowners to get outdoor projects underway. But before getting started, it is important to be aware of the electrical safety hazards...

ST. LOUIS (Feb. 11, 2025) - From ice, snow, high winds and below average temperatures, winter has been brutal for much of the Midwest. All of these factors can impact the comfort of Ameren’s...

Ameren Missouri offers several energy assistance programs for qualifying customers ST. LOUIS (Jan. 28, 2025) – With most of January spent at or well below freezing, Ameren Missouri is ready to...

Through competitive rates and robust partnerships, more than 2,700 jobs were created in Missouri and Illinois in 2024 ST. LOUIS, Jan. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ameren announced that the technical...

New round of energy efficiency and demand response programs total $75 million in rebates and incentives ST. LOUIS (Jan. 9, 2025) – Ameren Missouri will continue providing customers with...

CURRENT SITUATION Ameren Missouri has restored more than 28,000 customers since Sunday, Jan. 5, as Winter Storm Blair moved through the service territory. Outages were throughout the state, with...

COLUMBIA, Mo. (Nov. 18, 2024) – Cool fall temperatures are moving in, which means people are spending more time indoors. Whether you are cooking, baking or heating your home, you’re likely...

Ameren lineworkers, apprentices and judges will travel to the 40th annual International Lineman's...

Ameren Missouri powers electric fleet aided by infrastructure upgrades ST. LOUIS (Sept. 25, 2024) – This National Drive Electric Week, Ameren Missouri and Metro Transit are celebrating a...

Ameren shares simple tips to help families reduce energy usage as the school year begins ST. LOUIS (Sept. 12, 2024) – With children returning to school and the official start of fall right...

4 teams to represent the company in Florence, Ky. ST. LOUIS (Sept. 10, 2024) – Ameren is sending four teams – three from Missouri and one from Illinois – to compete in the 2024 National Gas...

Applications for the company’s Charge Ahead program are due by the end of the month ST. LOUIS (Sept. 3, 2024) – Ameren Missouri is announcing that applications for its Charge Ahead program are...

Company adds $1 million to help keep homes cool this summer and warm in the winter ST. LOUIS (Aug. 19, 2024) – Ameren Missouri announced today an additional $1 million in weatherization...

Ameren Missouri urges customers to call 811 ahead of National 811 Day COLUMBIA, Mo. (Aug. 1, 2024) – Ameren Missouri is celebrating National 811 Day by encouraging customers and contractors to...

Ameren Missouri and United Way to provide $200,000 in energy assistance funds ST. LOUIS (July 23, 2024) – Ameren Missouri announced today an additional $200,000 to help active-duty military,...

CURRENT SITUATION • Severe weather pushed through portions of Ameren Missouri’s service territory today producing heavy rains,lightning and flooding. The weather primarily affected the St....

Ameren Missouri program projects to save commercial customers more than 20.2 million kilowatt-hours of electricity in 2024 ST. LOUIS (July 10, 2024) – Ameren Missouri today announced that more...

Customers are encouraged to register for Ameren Missouri programs designed to keep vulnerable neighbors safe and cool during the summer heat JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (June 26, 2024) – Ameren Missouri...

Customers are encouraged to register for Ameren Missouri programs designed to keep vulnerable neighbors safe and cool during the summer heat CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (June 26, 2024) – Ameren Missouri...

Customers are encouraged to register for Ameren Missouri programs designed to keep vulnerable neighbors safe and cool during the summer heat. ST. LOUIS (June 25, 2024) – In preparation for the...

New natural gas modules to help customers manage energy and potentially save money CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (June 17, 2024) – Ameren Missouri will soon be replacing 20-year-old technology for natural...

Simple ways to stay safe and cool while reducing energy costs this summer ST. LOUIS (June 13, 2024) – With near triple-digit temperatures in the forecast, Ameren is providing some suggestions to...

Ameren offers tips to keep families safe while enjoying summertime activities ST. LOUIS (June 10, 2024) – The first day of summer is right around the corner, which means children and adults...

CURRENT SITUATION Crews have restored power to 39,530 customers throughout Missouri since Sunday morning. We have almost 800 personnel on the ground working the holiday today repairing storm...

Ameren Missouri teams up to promote life jacket use and general boating safety at Lake of the Ozarks LAKE OZARK, Mo. (May 23, 2024) – Starting this Memorial Day, kids ages 7 and under caught...

Ameren reminds customers that releasing metallic party balloons can cause power outages ST. LOUIS (May 13, 2024) – With warmer weather upon us and outdoor party season underway, Ameren is asking...

Ferguson-Florissant School District completes 44 energy efficiency projects through BizSavers ST. LOUIS (May 7, 2024) – The Ferguson-Florissant School District is on track to save more than...

Enrollment for LIHEAP energy assistance is open through May 31; Ameren Missouri programs available year-round ST. LOUIS (May 1, 2024) – Ameren Missouri is reminding its customers that the...

Ameren offers tips and resources to save on energy costs this spring ST. LOUIS (April 15, 2024) – Spring in the Midwest often brings wildly fluctuating temperatures – but it also brings...

Three crucial steps to avoid injury or utility damages throughout National Safe Digging Month and beyond ST. LOUIS, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Spring has officially sprung, and many homeowners...

New natural gas modules to help customers manage energy and potentially save money JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (March 25, 2024) – Ameren Missouri will soon be replacing 20-year-old technology for...

ST. LOUIS (March 15, 2024) – Ameren Missouri will host the annual public stakeholder meeting to get feedback on recent and upcoming projects. Through the Smart Energy Plan, Ameren Missouri is...

New technology offers more benefits, potential savings for customers CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (March 11, 2024) – Customers in southeast Missouri will begin seeing crews in their neighborhoods as...

Customers avoid more than 31 million minutes of outages in 2023 thanks to stronger poles, automated switching and other grid upgrades (Editor's Note: See stories about how grid investments are helping

Expanded energy efficiency and demand response programs include more than $200 million in rebates and incentives ST. LOUIS, Jan. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ameren Missouri has filed an amended plan...

Remember to review natural gas safety measures as the cold settles in COLUMBIA, Mo. (Nov. 20, 2023) – Ameren Missouri wants natural gas customers to remember a short and simple phrase as they...

Ameren Offers Customer Safety Tips to Prevent Electrical Fires ST. LOUIS (Nov. 2, 2023) – As temperatures begin to dip, local families are pulling out their electric blankets and twinkle lights...

Ameren offers four easy tips to help customers conserve energy and save money ST. LOUIS, Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As temperatures cool, it can be easy to slip into "zombie mode" when it comes...

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (Oct. 2, 2023) – Customers throughout central Missouri will begin seeing crews in their neighborhoods as Ameren Missouri installs upgraded electric smart meters. The new...

COLUMBIA, Mo. (Sept. 25, 2023) – Did you know half of all Missouri households use natural gas as their primary heating source? If you are living in a new location or if you turned your natural...

ST. LOUIS (Sept. 18, 2023) – This National Drive Electric Week, Ameren Missouri is announcing that more than 160 electric vehicle (EV) charging ports have been installed across its Missouri...

CURRENT SITUATION: About 2,000 customers remain without power, down from 95,600 customers at peak. We anticipate that any remaining customers not restored this evening will be restored on Tuesday....

CURRENT SITUATION A line of highly destructive and severe thunderstorms cut through Missouri on Saturday afternoon, causing significant and widespread outages throughout the state. We’ve...

Ameren Missouri Storm Restoration Update 6 p.m. 7/15/2023 CURRENT SITUATION Over the last 24 hours, crews have restored service to approximately 35,000 customers in Missouri. We will continue...

7 p.m. Tuesday, July 4 Hundreds of additional personnel from a neighboring state are in Missouri today to help restore power to Ameren Missouri customers. Weather update: There is a medium threat...

6:30 p.m. Monday, July 3 Hundreds of additional personnel from a neighboring state are on the way to help restore power to Ameren Missouri customers. On the July 4 holiday, we anticipate having in...

We’ve safely restored power to approximately 75,000 Missouri customers to date. Wide sections of our service territory have experienced successive days of relentless, powerful weather events...

ST. LOUIS (June 26, 2023) – Ameren Missouri is announcing that more than 416 commercial customers have participated in its business energy savings program, BizSavers, in 2023. Combined, these...

MARBLE HILL, MO. (June 2, 2023) – Ameren has contributed $15,000 to the Woodland Fire Protection District to provide additional resources for this critical emergency service following a deadly...

LAKE OZARK, Mo. (May 22, 2023) – This Memorial Day weekend and all season long, kids caught wearing their life jackets while on the lake could receive a free t-shirt. The giveaway is part of a...

Expanded energy efficiency and demand response programs include $200 million in rebates and incentives ST. LOUIS, March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ameren Missouri filed a plan with the Missouri...

LAKE OZARK, Mo. (March 21, 2023) – It’s time for spring cleaning, and at Lake of the Ozarks, hundreds of residents are stepping outside to clean up the shoreline. The annual...

ST. LOUIS (Jan. 10, 2023) – On National Cut Your Energy Costs Day, Ameren Missouri is reminding its customers that it’s not too early to start saving money in the new year. With a few simple...

MARYLAND HEIGHTS, MO – Chick-fil-A Supply is opening a new market distribution center in Maryland Heights, Missouri. The company is investing $16 million in the new facility, which will be used...

Ameren Missouri has earned the J.D. Power award for the highest ranking among large Midwest utilities for overall customer satisfaction with business electric service customers. The J.D. Power...

ST. LOUIS (Nov. 21, 2022) – The holidays are upon us, and many families are beginning to deck their halls. As more customers begin illuminating their light displays, Ameren Missouri recommends...

As the cold settles in, now is the time to review natural gas safety measures ST. LOUIS (Nov. 15, 2022) – Smell gas? Act fast! That’s the message Ameren Missouri wants natural gas customers to...

Ameren adds $25,000 to a fund supporting veterans needing energy assistance ST. LOUIS, Nov. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This Veterans Day and every day, Ameren is proud to support veterans and...

A long-term commitment to the St. Louis region, the one-million-square-foot state-of-the-art manufacturing facility will deliver in-demand fiber cement product, local jobs, and increased local...

OSAGE BEACH, Mo. (July 28, 2022) – Ameren Missouri will test the Bagnell Dam Emergency Warning System at noon on Wednesday, August 3. This is a good reminder for residents who live downstream...

ST. LOUIS (July 27, 2022) – To help communities across both Missouri and Illinois affected by the historic flooding that occurred on the morning of July 26, Ameren Corporation is donating...

LAKE OZARK, Mo. (June 29, 2022) – Recognizing that drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional injury or death in children under 15, Ameren Missouri has joined forces with the Missouri...

ST. LOUIS (June 14, 2022) – In preparation for the hot summer weeks ahead, Ameren Missouri donated $200,000 to Cooldownstlouis.org and Cooldownmissouri.org to support the most vulnerable...

COLLINSVILLE (Mar. 4, 2022) – Ameren Illinois and its employees recently donated nearly $1.3 million to Illinois United Way agencies. The company contributed nearly $1 million to 24 United Way...

EAST ST. LOUIS, IL (March 1, 2022) – Ameren Illinois broke ground today on a $10.2 million solar energy facility in East St. Louis. The 2.5 megawatt East St. Louis Solar Energy Center will...

LAKE OZARK, Mo. (March 1, 2022) – Hundreds of lake-area residents are set to put on their gloves and pitch in this month to help keep the region beautiful. Community members are encouraged to...

ST. LOUIS (Feb. 1, 2022) – Ameren Corporation is announcing a major gift worth half a million dollars over five years to support the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis’ Restoring Hope...

ST. LOUIS (Dec. 16, 2021) –In this season of giving Ameren is making a big push to further support basic needs, education and employment programs in the region. “We strongly support our...

Ameren Illinois, a subsidiary of Ameren Corporation (NYSE: AEE), is number one in customer satisfaction among large electric utility providers in the Midwest, according to the J.D. Power 2021...

JEFFERSON CITY, MO, DEC. 14, 2021 - The Missouri Department of Natural Resources announced today it is accepting ownership of the Rock Island Corridor. The department plans to develop the 144...

COLLINSVILLE, IL, NOVEMBER 30, 2021 – Tis the season of giving and Ameren Illinois announced today that the company will be contributing a total of $60,000 to nonprofit organizations as part of...

EAST ST. LOUIS, IL (November 24, 2021) – Ameren Illinois is continuing its long-standing partnership with the Jackie Joyner-Kersee Foundation with an $80,000 donation to support programs for...