Requesting a Study on Energy Recovery and Micro-Hydropower Opportunities in Public Water Systems to Reduce Operating Costs and Stabilize Water Rates

Summary

The resolution directs the Joint Committee on Government and Finance to examine whether installing micro‑hydropower and other energy‑recovery technologies in public water utilities could lower operating expenses and keep water rates from rising. The study will identify suitable sites, estimate potential savings, explore funding and regulatory issues, and propose pilot projects. Findings must be reported to the Legislature by December 1 2026.

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