KINGMAN, Arizona — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will host a virtual forum on May 11, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. to share information and discuss three applications for solar energy development on designated public lands. Receive public comment. solar dispersion region Located in Mojave County. The three projects are White Hills Solar, Mineral Park Solar and Leo Solar. White Hills is initially proposed as 450 MW on 4,300 public land, Mineral Park Solar is initially proposed as 275 MW on 3,958 public land, and Leo Solar is originally proposed as 300 MW on 3,736 public land.

Informational forums are held as part of the solar distribution application process, during which BLM determines whether solar projects proposed for development outside designated solar energy zones are suitable for consideration. Information collected during the public input period will inform his BLM’s decision on whether to proceed with or deny the right-of-way application. If BLM decides to process the application, it will proceed with the planning process of the National Environmental Policy Act. This includes further public involvement.

The meeting will be held on Zoom and will last approximately 90 minutes. A brief self-introduction by BLM staff will follow, followed by presentations from project applicants. Members of the public can provide information on proposed projects.

To join the meeting, https://blm.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJIsfumrqT8uGfo9FtZ1zh9C4FAfnmUYZyY. The meeting is recorded and then BLM Arizona YouTube Channel.

Stakeholders may submit comments by email toblm_az_crd_solar@blm.gov. Comments may also be mailed to: BLM, Attn: Erica Stewart, 7341 E. 30th Street, Suite A, Yuma, AZ 85365Public input will be accepted until May 11, 2023.

BLM manages large tracts of public land that have the potential to contribute significantly to the country’s renewable energy portfolio. To facilitate the development of these energy sources, BLM provides sites for the environmentally sound development of renewable energy on public lands. Efficient deployment of renewable energy from U.S. public lands is aligned with the Biden-Harris administration’s goal of a carbon-free power sector by 2035 and the 25 gigawatts of solar power in the 2020 Energy Act. Essential to fulfilling Congress’ mandate to allow electricity generation. Wind and geothermal power on public land by 2025 at the latest.