Missouri uses a wide range of energy resources to power homes, businesses and communities across the state. The state’s energy portfolio includes a combination of coal, oil, natural gas, nuclear, wind, solar and hydroelectric power to meet its energy needs.
While resources like natural gas and oil are imported to Missouri for electric and heat generation, the state also benefits from its own natural resources. These include coal reserves, access to rivers for hydroelectric generation, open land suitable for wind and solar development, farmland for strengthening bioenergy production and ample critical mineral deposits.
The combination of these resources helps generate electricity, fuel our transportation systems, heat and cool our homes, and support our industries. This balanced energy mix ensures a reliable, affordable and resilient power supply for Missourians.
The energy resources listed below contribute to the energy sector here in Missouri.
