SB2258

Illinois SB2258 aims to facilitate the development of thermal energy networks to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from buildings.

Illinois SB2258, known as the Thermal Energy Network and Jobs Act, seeks to promote the development of thermal energy networks to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from buildings. The bill requires the Illinois Commerce Commission to initiate a proceeding to support pilot thermal energy networks. Utilities serving over 100,000 customers must file petitions for pilot projects within 10 months of the bill's effective date. The bill defines "thermal energy" and "thermal energy network," and mandates that pilot projects be proposed in economically disadvantaged communities.