WA clean energy project mired in ‘no man’s land’ amid planning setbacks
Large energy projects face lots of hurdles as developers work to implement them. Sometimes, vagueness in the codes associated with building such facilities can cause significant slowdowns.
STOCK PHOTO BY PIXABAY
(The Center Square) — The Horse Heaven Clean Energy Center generating wind and solar energy south of the Tri-Cities in southeastern Washington was expected to begin construction in 2021. Three years later, the project is still in the planning phase, with Gov. Jay Inslee most recently sending the proposed site certification agreement back to the Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council for reconsideration.
Become a Subscriber!
You have read all of your free articles this month. Select a plan below to start your subscription today.
Already a subscriber? Login
