Title
Resolution supporting and endorsing Grow Geo Chicagoland as facilitated by the Midwest Renewable Energy Association and Citizens Utility Board.
Staff Summary
* At the March 8, 2023, Planning, Building, Zoning, and Environment Committee meeting, Midwest Renewable Energy Association and Citizens Utility Board presented on upcoming group buy programs available for Lake County residents related to geothermal installations.
* The Committee directed staff to draft a resolution supporting and endorsing the program.
Body
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, the Lake County Regional Framework Plan encompasses several goals related to energy conservation, reducing emissions, promoting renewable energy, protecting natural resources, and implementing smart growth policies as a part of its commitment to strong environmental protection measures; and
WHEREAS, a Geothermal Group Buy program entails volume discounts through competitive selection of geothermal installers and a limited-time consumer education program for homeowners, commercial property owners, and others interested in geothermal systems; and
WHEREAS, the greater number of properties that choose to install geothermal heat pumps, the lower the price of all installations through the program; and
WHEREAS, Lake County recognizes that additional geothermal heat pump installations provide stability during peak power needs (e.g., summer), save residents money on their electric bills, create local jobs and local investment opportunities, reduce the amount of carbon dioxide produced each year to help limit global warming, and promote Lake County as a green powered community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Planning, Building, Zoning and Environment Committee of Lake County that Lake County will support and endorse the Grow Geo Chicagoland 2023 Group Buy program organized by the MREA by:
1. Assigning a Lake County representative to the 2023 Grow Geo Chicagoland Advisory Committee whose prime responsibility is to review...
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