SF2698 Summary

• Requires producers of solar photovoltaic modules sold in Minnesota to implement and finance a statewide product stewardship program individually or through a stewardship organization, effective July 1, 2015.

• Mandates stewardship plans include collection methods for all state areas, recycling procedures, performance goals, consumer education, and a stewardship assessment fee to cover program costs, subject to agency approval.

• Prohibits retailers from selling solar photovoltaic modules unless the producer participates in an approved stewardship plan and the full stewardship assessment is included in the purchase price.

• Establishes annual reporting requirements beginning October 1, 2015, with reports documenting collection methods, module quantities collected, educational materials, and independent financial audits.

• Prohibits placement of solar photovoltaic modules in mixed municipal solid waste effective July 1, 2015, and requires the Pollution Control Agency to collect administrative fees from stewardship organizations to cover implementation costs.