Thu, Jan 10, 2013
For those of us who are concerned about Missouri’s energy future, this year holds great promise. As the 2013 legislative session gets underway, we are looking forward to seeing how legislative proposals will unfold. We are encouraged as both House Speaker Jones and Senate President Pro Tem Dempsey list policy reforms that support investment and […]
Tue, Aug 14, 2012
It’s clear from the debate around the merits and drawbacks of various electricity and fuel sources that energy policy can be a highly polarizing topic. In fact, it’s arguable that there is no energy option that holds a truly bipartisan appeal: Every form of energy faces pockets of dissent. This makes crafting universally accepted energy […]
Mon, Aug 13, 2012
Tuesday’s primary election marked an important day in Missouri. Some races determined the new state Senators and Representatives headed to Jefferson City in January; others narrowed the competition down to two final candidates who’ll compete to win in November.
Sun, Jul 29, 2012
Our nation is on the cusp of a nuclear energy revolution driven by technology innovators and university researchers alike. New small module reactor designs, (SMRs) — built in modules with the capability of producing power anywhere in the world — have the power to change the way we use nuclear energy. For the revolution to advance, a new generation of energy pioneers must lead the charge. Thanks in part to the support of strong leaders who are committed to expanding nuclear energy, Missouri might be that pioneer.
Fri, Jul 27, 2012
As American citizens, voting is one of our most important and cherished privileges. However, it’s also a responsibility. Before we go to the polls, we have to make sure we truly know our candidates’ beliefs and values. Research is the best way to make sure we know who will best represent us on the issues […]
Mon, Apr 23, 2012
The editorial “The nuclear guy” (April 15) misses some important points. Even with recent rate increases, the utility has electric rates 30 percent below the national average. As a regulated utility, we are not talking about the free market. Just as costs can be recovered from ratepayers, any income the company makes is restricted to modest percentage above costs, and blunders on Ameren’s part come out of the shareholders’ pockets. There are no windfall profits. And to be honest, who are the winners? The unions, pension funds and individual families who have put money into a utility stock that offers modest, low-risk investments.
