Establishes requirements for thermal energy network plans in Minnesota, including cost recovery and customer protections.

The bill amends Minnesota Statutes to establish requirements for thermal energy network (TEN) plans. Public utilities must submit and have an approved TEN service plan to provide TEN service. The plan must include details such as the proposed service area, estimated project costs, a summary of priority zones, and a customer transition plan. The plan must also describe efforts to offset project costs and protect low-income customers. The Public Utilities Commission must consider the cost effectiveness of the proposed TEN project, including benefits from future emissions reductions.

Establishes requirements for thermal energy network plans in Minnesota, including cost recovery and customer protections.

The bill amends Minnesota Statutes to establish requirements for thermal energy network (TEN) plans. Public utilities must submit and have an approved TEN service plan to provide TEN service. The plan must include details such as the proposed service area, estimated project costs, a summary of priority zones, and a customer transition plan. The plan must also describe efforts to offset project costs and protect low-income customers. The Public Utilities Commission must consider the cost effectiveness of the proposed TEN project, including benefits from future emissions reductions.