MS SB2649

Extends the repeal date for Mississippi's energy efficiency contracting law from July 1, 2021 to July 1, 2025

Allows public entities (school districts, junior colleges, universities, public hospitals, state agencies) to enter into energy services contracts, energy performance contracts, and shared-savings contracts for energy efficiency equipment and improvements

Permits contract terms up to 20 years for lease-purchase agreements, shared-savings contracts, and energy performance contracts, with interest rates capped at the maximum allowed for general obligation bonds

Requires energy services providers to be prequalified by the Energy Division of the Mississippi Development Authority based on engineering experience, financial stability, and project track record

Mandates semi-annual reporting by entities to the Division on energy usage and consumption, with energy services providers losing qualified status after two reporting violations