Data, Reports and Policy
Ameren reports on its sustainability performance following widely recognized ESG reporting standards. These reports provide our stakeholders with transparency into how we are leading the way to a more sustainable energy future. Reporting also helps us evaluate our operations and pushes us to continuously improve how we manage our commitments to our people, our communities, our environment and our business.
Sustainability Report
The 2024 report offers a comprehensive view of the actions taken on key environmental, social impact, governance and sustainable growth topics.
EEI-AGA ESG/ Sustainability Template
Coordinated by the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) and American Gas Association (AGA), this report follows one of the most used ESG reporting standards for utilities.
Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Framework
This report is designed to provide stakeholders with useful information regarding ESG topics.
TCFD Climate Report
A report based on the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosure (TCFD) recommendations.
Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) Report
This report is designed to provide stakeholders with useful information regarding ESG topics.
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
Ameren is driving progress toward these goals within our company and in the communities we serve.
Water Resiliency Report
This voluntary report summarizes water resource availability trends under various climate assumptions.
Responsible Management of Coal Combustion Residuals (CCRs)
Consistently updated information on how we safely and responsibly handle CCRs.
St. Louis Green Business Challenge
The St. Louis Green Business Challenge encourages businesses to implement strategies to reduce energy and waste, expand sustainability programs, and reduce environmental impact.
Carbon Disclosure Project
Learn more about Ameren's environmental and risk management initiative through our CDP questionnaire. Ameren has participated in this voluntary disclosure report for many years. Access the 2024 CDP Corporate Questionnaire (Climate and Water) with Scope 1, 2, & 3 emissions assurance/verification statement below.
Ameren Missouri Integrated Resource Plan
The Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) is a 20-year plan to provide reliable, affordable and resilient energy to its customers. The plan calls for investment in new on-demand energy sources to ensure the long-term stability of the energy grid and accelerated deployment of renewable energy generation. The Company's plan is environmentally responsible and consistent with its sustainability goals. The most recent IRP was filed in September 2023.
Additional Policies
A full list of Ameren policies can be found in the governance section of our investor website.
Ameren Sustainability Policies
We responsibly manage the wastes that are produced through our operations. Our approach includes implementing measures to avoid waste generation, recycling and reusing materials, and properly disposing of wastes that cannot be recycled.
We have systems and tools in place to help us adhere to our environment commitments. These include an Environmental Management System to track our environmental projects, monitor our performance and measure our impact, so we can continue to find ways to improve. Regular audits are conducted to confirm we continue to operate well within our permits.
Ameren’s supplier policies ensure that the suppliers we work with meet our standards for safety, diversity, environmental and ethical performance. We expect our suppliers to uphold the same values as our company, including our commitment to social equity and environmental responsibility.
Our procurement department evaluates suppliers based on specific criteria, both during their initial screening and when renewing contracts. Ameren also enforces supplier policies related to business conduct and ethical performance.
Ameren is committed to protecting our natural resources, including reducing our water use and returning clean water to our environment. Water is a shared resource and we strive to uphold environmental standards and reduce our reliance on this critical resource in order to protect it for future generations.
- Assess and prevent or reduce impacts on biodiversity from company actions and ongoing operations, wherever possible.
- Promote, support and participate in wildlife conservation initiatives and programs that are responsive to and consistent with our business activities.
- Continue to implement habitat mitigation measures or enhancements associated with projects as we improve and modernize our electric and natural gas businesses.
- Continue to establish habitat-friendly areas on Ameren-owned properties where feasible.
- Utilize pollinator-supportive and native plants as part of construction, maintenance and restoration activities, and in landscaping at offices, where practical.
- Create awareness and understanding of biodiversity by engaging with co-workers and stakeholders, including the communities and customers we serve, government agencies, universities and other organizations when planning, building and operating our energy infrastructure.
Ameren’s supplier policies ensure that the suppliers we work with meet our standards for safety, diversity, environmental and ethical performance. We expect our suppliers to uphold the same values as our company, including our commitment to social equity and environmental responsibility.
Our procurement department evaluates suppliers based on specific criteria, both during their initial screening and when renewing contracts. Ameren also enforces supplier policies related to business conduct and ethical performance.