Missouri’s energy landscape is evolving at rapid pace to meet the energy needs of its growing communities and businesses. The department's Division of Energy is excited to announce the launch of Missouri’s Energy Forum, a platform to engage in public discussions on a wide range of contemporary topics affecting Missouri’s energy landscape. This forum is open to the public. Members of the public, industry, professional consultants, environmental groups, and local and state government are welcome to participate. Department team members will lead guided discussions and present on topics of interest to the group. Stakeholders or other members of the public may also be invited to present on energy related topics.
Meeting summary
The meeting discussed energy initiatives, including the development of a comprehensive energy plan and the potential for growth in nuclear energy, while addressing funding uncertainties and the need to reduce energy burden for residents.
- The meeting is the first energy forum, aimed at getting input from stakeholders and discussing the division's work.
- Funding for energy initiatives is uncertain, and the division is monitoring the situation closely.
- The division plans to develop a comprehensive energy plan to address changes in energy demand and the impact of AI.
- Program will be reevaluated and feedback is still welcome
- Wastewater treatment facilities can save up to 50% in energy through energy conservation measures.
- The project aims to meet regulatory requirements and remove excess nitrogen and phosphorus from wastewater treatment facilities.
- Traditional treatment methods involve aeration and oxygen addition, but new processes can remove oxygen and treat phosphorus.
- Optimization of equipment, such as using variable frequency drives and efficient pumps, can save energy and improve treatment efficiency.
- The purpose of the plan is to support communities and industries in their electrification efforts.
- A plan draft for electrification is expected to be available this summer, with future plans for alternative fuels. The state energy office will develop a comprehensive state energy plan, focusing on energy needs and the intersection of energy and economic development.
- Missouri has been selected to participate in a nuclear retreat program, indicating potential growth in nuclear energy.
The state energy plan will focus on reducing energy burden for Missouri residents.