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ME LD1619
Bill
Status
6/5/2025
Primary Sponsor
Walter Runte
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AI Summary
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Governor's Energy Office must issue a request for information on creating a thermal energy networks program, using existing resources
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Thermal energy networks defined as interconnected piping systems circulating water to provide low-emissions heating and cooling to 2 or more buildings via water source heat pumps, powered by geothermal resources or recovered waste heat
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Information sought covers feasibility for residential, commercial, and industrial sectors, including geophysical considerations, permitting, compatibility with existing HVAC systems, and geographic density constraints
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Funding opportunities to be explored include federal Inflation Reduction Act tax credits, New England Heat Pump Accelerator, Maine's Thermal Energy Investment Program, and Efficiency Maine Trust rebates
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Summary report due to Joint Standing Committee on Energy, Utilities and Technology by January 15, 2026, prepared in consultation with Efficiency Maine Trust and Public Advocate
Legislative Description
Resolve, to Direct the Governor's Energy Office to Solicit Information Regarding the Creation of a Thermal Energy Networks Program in Maine
Alternative Energy
Last Action
FINALLY PASSED, in concurrence.
6/5/2025