MN HF2922

Establishes new definitions and requirements for energy conservation improvements under Minnesota Statutes 216B.241, replacing previous subdivisions with comprehensive restructured provisions.

Requires public utilities to spend and invest 0.5% of gross operating revenues (gas service) or 1.5% (electric service) on energy conservation improvements, with 2% required for utilities operating nuclear plants.

Allows large customer facilities (≥20,000 kW peak demand or ≥500 million cubic feet natural gas annually) to petition for exemption from conservation investment requirements upon demonstrating reasonable energy efficiency efforts.

Requires cooperative electric associations and municipalities providing electric/gas service to spend 1.5% of gross revenues on conservation improvements and establishes an energy and conservation account funded by contributions for low-income programs and underserved areas.

Mandates utilities establish fluorescent lamp collection programs, include low-income energy assistance programs spending at least 0.2% of residential revenue, and allows use of up to 5% of conservation spending for biomethane purchases or solar energy projects.