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ME LD1619

ME LD1619
Resolve, to Direct the Governor's Energy Office to Solicit Information Regarding the Creation of a Thermal Energy Networks Program in Maine


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Introduced
04/11/2025
In Committee
04/11/2025
Crossed Over
06/03/2025
Passed
06/05/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
06/11/2025

Introduced Session

132nd Legislature

Bill Summary

report regarding the information received by the office in accordance with section 1 and, by January 15, 2026, submit the report to the Joint Standing Committee on Energy, Utilities and Technology. The office may develop and include in the report recommendations regarding the development of a thermal energy networks program in the State. The joint standing committee may report out a bill to the Second Regular Session of the 132nd Legislature based on the report.

AI Summary

This bill directs the Governor's Energy Office to solicit comprehensive information about the potential development of thermal energy networks in Maine. A thermal energy network is defined as an interconnected piping system that circulates water for heating and cooling multiple buildings using water source heat pumps, potentially drawing from sources like geothermal resources or waste heat. The office is required to gather detailed information from stakeholders on nine key areas, including research on cost savings, feasibility across residential and commercial sectors, technological compatibility, grid impacts, emissions reduction potential, workforce needs, funding opportunities, and housing affordability implications. By January 15, 2026, the office must prepare a summary report in consultation with the Efficiency Maine Trust and Public Advocate, which will be submitted to the Joint Standing Committee on Energy, Utilities and Technology. The committee may then use this report as a basis for introducing legislation in the Second Regular Session of the 132nd Legislature, potentially paving the way for a formal thermal energy networks program in the state.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Governor's Action: Signed, Jun 11, 2025 (on 06/11/2025)

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