S 244 New Jersey Senate · 2024-2025 Regular Session

Directs BPU to conduct study to determine feasibility of use of large-scale geothermal heat pump systems in State.

This bill directs New Jersey's Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to study the feasibility of implementing large-scale geothermal heat pump systems across the state. The study requires the BPU to assess installation challenges, consult with the U.S. Department of Energy, other states (like Massachusetts and New York), geothermal experts, and utilities, and evaluate costs, savings, and potential financial incentives for ratepayers and the state. The BPU must submit a report within one year with recommendations for a pilot program and legislative or policy actions. This study does not mandate implementation but provides a foundation for future decisions on geothermal energy adoption.
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Introduced Jan 9, 2024 Last action Jan 9, 2024
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee
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