Wautoma Solar Project is proposed for northwest Benton County, generally located 12.5 miles northeast of Sunnyside and 1 mile south of State Route 241 and SR 24 interchange. The project area encompasses approximately 5,852 acres and the target of this project is a 470-megawatt solar generation facility coupled with a 4-hour, 470 MW batter storage system.
- EFSEC's website for the most recent and updated information about the Wautoma Solar Project.
- EFSEC's request of a voting member regarding the Wautoma Solar Project.
- Resolution 2022-495, appointing Dave Sharp to EFSEC's Council as a voting member.
- BOCC’s letter to EFSEC stating its opposition to the Wautoma Solar Project proposal.
- EFSEC's determination the Wautoma Solar Project is inconsistent with Benton County land use.
- the June 2023 Extension Request.