National Solar Capacity Ranking: 36th
Data Current Through: Q3 2024
708
36th (36th in 2023)
77,337 homes
1.36%
3,073
148 (22 Manufacturers, 53 Installers/Developers, 73 Others)
$1.8 billion
37% over the last 10 years
3530 MW over the next 5 years (ranks 21st)
39,678
Official SEIA State Affiliate: Missouri Solar Energy Industries Association (MOSEIA)
DSIRE Incentives Database – Missouri – Search a public clearinghouse for specific solar energy incentives in Missouri and across the United States
Missouri General Assembly – Track pending legislation affecting solar energy, locate and contact individual legislators, and stay up to date on current legislative issues in Missouri
Missouri Department of Economic Development – Division of Energy
Missouri Public Service Commission – Learn about the governing body that regulates the electricity rates and services of Missouri public utilities
Missouri Solar Panels Overview – Learn about the history of solar policy in Missouri, along with up-to-date pricing information on EnergySage
Solar Panel Cost in Missouri – Learn about the history of solar policy in Missouri, along with up-to-date pricing information on EnergySage
Solar Rebates & Incentives in Missouri – Check out EnergySage’s list of key solar incentives in Missouri to see what programs you can benefit from
U.S. Energy Information Administration – Missouri State Profile – Explore official energy statistics, including data on electricity supply and demand, from the U.S. government
Missouri Energy Storage Policy and Market Overview
Missouri is an emerging hotbed for energy storage and renewable energy. Utility actions, a manufacturing-oriented approach, and R&D are laying the groundwork for wide-scale market growth across the state.
The Missouri Public Service Commission has issued some ESS guidance through regulatory order. In 2015, the PSC encouraged utilities to consider pursuing a DER database and report storage and storage-plus-renewables in IRPs. Additionally, Ameren, Missouri’s largest electric utility plans to deploy 800 MW of battery storage by 2039. Missouri’s market has potential to grow with several funding streams and independent R&D institutions supporting battery storage development.
Missouri is a leader in battery storage manufacturing. The state records the highest annual payroll for battery manufacturing jobs in the country. Battery manufacturing investment opens significant opportunities for a circular market and prosperous state economy. Missouri’s industry, regulatory, and utility stakeholders are establishing a strong battery storage market that is supporting workforce development and grid resilience.
Missouri Energy Storage Policy Resources