News Releases

PEORIA, Ill. (October 16, 2026) – Ameren Illinois announced its Solar Energy Center in northwest Peoria has been energized. Located on a 37-acre site on Prichard Road, the nearly 5,000 panel...

Substation upgrades and new power line will strengthen grid and support future energy needs GRANITE CITY, Ill. (October 15, 2026) – Ameren Illinois crews have begun work on a series of electric...

As an energy provider, a major employer, and an economic development partner, Ameren is committed to helping build strong communities and a strong region. Ameren is replenishing and relaunching...

Team to demonstrate safety, excellence and technical expertise on the international stage ST. LOUIS (Oct.13, 2026) – Ameren lineworkers, apprentices and competition officials will travel to...

Simple checks can uncover hidden energy use while helping keep seasonal lights and decorations safe Key takeaways: Timers and unplugging unused decorations can help manage “energy vampires”...

Updated analysis examines economic impact and the role of infrastructure improvements and economic development in supporting regional growth Key Takeaways: According to a new study, Ameren's...

Company reminds farmers to stay clear of overhead power lines during harvest; call 811 before post-harvest drainage tile and excavation projects Key Takeaways: Stay at least 10 feet away from...

ST. LOUIS (Sept. 18, 2026) – With unseasonably hot September temperatures driving up energy usage, Ameren is encouraging its Missouri and Illinois customers to use energy conservatively and...

ST. LOUIS (Sept. 14, 2026) – Six Ameren teams will saddle up for a different kind of rodeo this week as they compete against the best natural gas journeymen from across the country at the 2026...

New lab to provide students with hands-on experience to prepare for jobs in renewable energy, microgrid technology and grid modernization NORMAL, Ill. (Aug. 21, 2026) – Ameren Illinois and...

A simple installation mistake can send electricity onto power lines, creating serious risks for line workers, neighbors and loved ones KEY TAKEAWAYS: Backfeed can be deadly. Families, neighbors...

9:30 a.m. Saturday, August 15, 2026 Summary Excellent progress was made overnight to restore power in the Bloomington-Normal area. A line of storms after midnight caused some new outages in the...

5:30 p.m. Friday, August 14, 2026 Summary Crews made significant progress today restoring outages caused by severe storms that impacted North-Central and eastern portion of the Ameren Illinois...

The board of directors of Ameren Corporation (NYSE: AEE) today declared a quarterly cash dividend on its common stock of 75 cents per share. This dividend is payable Sept. 30, 2026, to...

Summary A severe storm system producing wind speeds up to 70 mph impacted the North-Central and eastern portion of the Ameren Illinois service territory on August 13. Outages peaked at around...

6:30 p.m., Thursday, August 13, 2026 Summary A severe storm system producing wind speeds up to 70 mph impacted the North-Central and eastern portion of the Ameren Illinois service territory this...

Student has an artful reminder to call 811 before digging KEY TAKEAWAYS: A local student achieved national recognition Young people can be powerful safety ambassadors Message is simple: Call 811...

Ameren has been recognized by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) as one of 99 economic development organizations accredited as an Accredited Economic Development Organization...

9:30 a.m., Friday, June 19, 2026 Summary: Ameren crews, support personnel and contractors are nearing completion of electric infrastructure restoration in the aftermath of two separate storms on...

Summary Ameren Illinois crews, support personnel and contractors remain focused on completing restoration efforts and will continue working into Thursday night and Friday following two waves of...

Summary Another line of severe weather, including at least one or two tornadoes, rolled across the north and east portion of the Ameren Illinois service territory, June 17. The hardest hit areas...

Summary Clarification: In an earlier update, it was stated that a train derailment struck several Ameren sub-transmission poles outside of Monmouth. It has since been confirmed that Ameren's...

Ameren Illinois’ collaborative approach helps bring sustainable transportation to the region COLLINSVILLE, Ill. (June 15, 2026) – East St. Louis is taking a major step toward a cleaner, more...

Summary: Ameren crews, support personnel and contractors are nearing completion of electric infrastructure restoration in the aftermath of back-to-back storms (June 10 and June 11) that impacted...

Summary: Ameren crews, support personnel and contractors remain focused on completing restoration efforts as they will work into Saturday night and Sunday in the aftermath of back-to-back storms...