The bill proposes significant changes to Missouri's energy and construction laws by repealing several existing sections and enacting new provisions that focus on renewable energy. Key updates include the explicit inclusion of nuclear energy in the definition of "renewable energy source," alongside solar, wind, low-head hydropower, biomass, hydrogen, and geothermal sources. The bill outlines the roles of various stakeholders, such as builders and state agencies, while emphasizing energy efficiency and renewable energy use in public buildings. It also broadens the definition of eligible alternative energy consumers to include those utilizing nuclear energy and establishes a framework for financing energy efficiency improvements through programs like the Property Assessment Clean Energy (PACE) program. Additionally, the bill introduces amendments related to net metering and renewable natural gas programs, expanding the definition of energy sources to include nuclear energy and mandating specific percentages of energy generation from renewable sources for electric utilities. It sets a minimum requirement of 7.5% renewable energy generation starting in 2026, with at least 2% from solar energy. The bill also outlines the responsibilities of the public service commission in overseeing these initiatives, including penalties for utilities that fail to meet renewable energy targets. Furthermore, it establishes a certification process for renewable energy resources, ensuring compliance with environmental standards and promoting economic development while managing costs for consumers.

Statutes affected:
Introduced (6219H.01): 8.800, 30.750, 67.2800, 135.950, 260.035, 386.890, 386.895, 393.1025, 393.1030, 393.1050, 620.1878