Core Insights - Ameren Missouri is enhancing grid reliability through its Smart Energy Plan, which has successfully limited outages during severe weather events and outlines a five-year strategy for a more resilient electric grid [1] Group 1: Smart Energy Plan Investments - The Smart Energy Plan has prevented 160,000 customer outages during major storms in 2025 [1] - Key upgrades include modernization of nearly 150 substations and the addition of 850 composite poles, which are stronger than wooden poles [1] - Over 2,000 smart switches have been installed, preventing more than 330,000 customer outages in the past five years [1] Group 2: Energy Resource Development - Ameren Missouri is investing in a diverse energy portfolio, including new generation facilities and upgrades to existing assets [1] - In 2025, the company replaced two 90-year-old turbines at Osage Energy Center and added 50 MW of new power with the Vandalia Renewable Energy Center [1] - Construction has begun on the Castle Bluff Energy Center, an 800 MW natural gas facility to support grid demand [1] Group 3: Economic Impact - The Smart Energy Plan has attracted 35 businesses to expand or relocate in Missouri, resulting in over $1.5 billion in capital investment and creating more than 2,200 jobs [1] - Notable investments include IKO's $120 million facility and Amazon's $15 million last-mile delivery station, both contributing to local job creation [1] - Ameren Missouri's rates are approximately 27% below the Midwest and national averages, supporting economic growth [1]