CHAPTER 162-R ENERGY INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT AND CORRIDORS
Section 162-R:7
[RSA 162-R:7 repealed by 2026, 197:8, effective July 1, 2027.]
162-R:7 Port Electrification Report. –
I. There is hereby established a task force to report on port electrification.
II. The task force shall consist of:
(a) The director of the division of ports and harbors, or designee, who shall serve as chair and convening authority and shall administer the task force.
(b) The commissioner of the department of transportation, or designee.
(c) The commissioner of the department of energy, or designee.
(d) The commissioner of the department of business and economic affairs, or designee.
III. The report shall:
(a) Identify feasible technologies and locations for charging infrastructure, energy supply, including on-site generation, and energy storage units, to serve hybrid electric, and fuel cell electric ships, for shipping, fisheries, and other vessels, and portside power supply for conventional-fueled vessels.
(b) Assess applicable state, federal, and international regulations and regulatory barriers.
(c) Identify associated costs, funding sources, and potential models for private development.
(d) Identify transmission and interconnection siting.
IV. The report required by this section shall be completed on or before June 30, 2027. Copies shall be submitted to the governor, speaker of the house, president of the senate, and the chairs of the house and senate standing committees for transportation, energy, and commerce.