This bill amends and reenacts section 49-02-26 of the North Dakota Century Code, which pertains to the qualifications for renewable electricity and recycled energy credits. The amendment removes the exception for certain hydroelectric facilities and clarifies that electricity must be generated from a source identified in section 49-02-25 to qualify for these credits. The previous stipulation regarding the in-service date for hydroelectric facilities has also been deleted, simplifying the criteria for qualification.

Additionally, the bill repeals several sections (49-02-28 through 49-02-34) of the North Dakota Century Code that relate to state renewable and recycled energy objectives, public reporting, qualifications and applications, the purchase and retirement of renewable energy certificates, verification of generation, and economic evaluations of renewable and recycled energy. This repeal aims to streamline the regulatory framework surrounding renewable energy in the state.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 49-02-26, 49-02-34
Prepared by the Legislative Council staff for Senator Patten: 49-02-26
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 49-02-26
Enrollment: 49-02-26