MN HF1852

Expands the renewable energy production incentive program to include recovered energy generation facilities, defined as facilities that convert exhaust heat from engines or industrial sites into electricity, or reduce gas pipeline pressure to generate electricity without using additional fossil fuels.

Allocates up to $1,500,000 annually from January 1, 2021, through December 31, 2027, from the renewable development account to fund incentives for recovered energy generation facilities.

Establishes eligibility requirements for recovered energy generation facilities, including a seven megawatt or less capacity limit for pipeline pressure reduction facilities and a January 1, 2017, operational deadline.

Sets a ten-year payment period for recovered energy generation facilities with incentive payments ending no later than December 31, 2027.

Adds recovered energy generation to the definition of "eligible energy technology" in Minnesota's renewable energy statute alongside existing technologies such as solar, wind, hydroelectric, hydrogen, and biomass.