BLM to hold virtual public information forum for Rooster’s Comb Solar Variance Project

Two virtual information forums will be held to gather public input for the proposed Rooster’s Comb solar variance project. This proposed solar project could encompass approximately 3,293 acres of public lands in Lander and Humboldt counties, approximately 18 miles north of Battle Mountain, Nevada.  

Rooster’s Comb Solar Energy LLC has submitted an application for a right-of-way grant for the construction, operation, maintenance, and eventual decommissioning of a proposed 400-megawatt solar energy facility and 345-kilovolt transmission generation tie-in line, including an onsite battery energy storage system, access roads, onsite substation, and other ancillary facilities. 

WHAT: The forums will begin with a short presentation on the solar variance process and Rooster’s Comb Solar Project, a question-and-answer session, and finish with a public input period. 

WHEN: March 19 and March 21, 2024 from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Please register to attend here https://bit.ly/3Id9fs7 

This virtual information forum is being held as part of the solar application process and will inform BLM’s determination on whether to continue to process or to deny the Rooster’s Comb Solar Project right-of-way application. 

For more information about the Rooster’s Comb Solar Project or the upcoming public forums, the public can contact the Elko District BLM Office at 775-753-0200 or email blm_nv_eldo_roosterscombsolar@blm.gov.  Written input may be submitted to the BLM Tuscarora Field Office, 3900 East Idaho Street, Elko, NV 89801, Attn: Rooster’s Comb Solar Project. Comments may also be submitted electronically to blm_nv_eldo_roosterscombsolar@blm.gov. Public input on the variance application will be accepted until April 20, 2024.