A large solar farm proposed for eastern Washington appears close to clearing a key regulatory hurdle — despite opposition from the Yakama Nation.

The Carriger Solar Project — planned for land near Goldendale — is expected to come before the Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council for final consideration later this month. If approved, it will head to Governor Bob Ferguson, who has already signaled support for the project.

Revised Agreement & Tribal Grant Provisions

Back in August, Ferguson rejected an earlier recommendation to approve the site agreement, asking the council to continue talks with Yakama Nation leaders about protecting cultural resources around the project area. The result is a revised agreement, which the council will review at a special meeting on October 21st.

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