SF2106
Wastewater treatment facility heat capture pilot program appropriation
Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026)
Related bill: HF2317
AI Generated Summary
This bill, introduced in the Minnesota Senate as S.F. No. 2106, proposes appropriating funds for a pilot program focused on capturing waste heat from wastewater treatment facilities for use in district energy systems or other heating solutions.
Key Provisions:
Funding & Administration
- Effective in fiscal year 2026, an unspecified amount will be appropriated from the general fund to the Pollution Control Agency.
- The commissioner will oversee the program.
Pilot Program Goals
- Identify wastewater treatment facilities suitable for waste heat capture.
- Quantify the total energy available for heating.
- Fund engineering review and design for:
- One project in the seven-county metropolitan area (likely the Twin Cities region).
- One project outside the metropolitan area.
- Identify wastewater treatment facilities suitable for waste heat capture.
Reporting Requirement
- By December 1, 2027, the commissioner must submit a report to the legislature that includes:
- Identified sites for potential waste heat capture.
- Challenges and benefits of implementing such systems.
- Potential funding sources for future projects.
- By December 1, 2027, the commissioner must submit a report to the legislature that includes:
The bill is currently referred to the Senate Environment, Climate, and Legacy Committee for consideration.
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Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 03, 2025 | Senate | Action | Introduction and first reading | ||
| March 03, 2025 | Senate | Action | Referred to | Environment, Climate, and Legacy | |
| March 06, 2025 | Senate | Action | Author added | ||
| March 24, 2025 | Senate | Action | Author added | ||
| March 24, 2025 | Senate | Action | Withdrawn and re-referred to | Energy, Utilities, Environment, and Climate |
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