Macalester College geothermal energy system funding provided, and money appropriated.

HF 2912 appropriates $2.57 million from Minnesota's renewable development account to fund a geothermal energy system at Macalester College in St. Paul. The funds will support constructing an aquifer-based system that provides heating and cooling for a new campus residence hall and welcome center, with design for future expansion to serve most campus buildings north of Grand Avenue. This bill directly affects Macalester College by providing capital for its infrastructure project, specifically targeting energy efficiency through geothermal technology. The appropriation is available until fully spent.