This bill appropriates $2,250,000 from the renewable development account for the fiscal year 2026 to fund the construction of a geothermal energy system at Como Zoo in St. Paul. The grant is designated for the installation of a system that will provide space heating and cooling specifically for the large cats building.

Additionally, the bill defines a "geothermal energy system" as a setup that includes a heat pump, a heat-transferring fluid, piping embedded in the earth, a heat exchanger, and ductwork for distributing heated and cooled air within a building. This initiative aims to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability at the zoo while utilizing renewable energy sources.