Longroad Energy is developing the proposed Agua Fria Solar, Storage and Gen-Tie Project, which includes an approximately 1.8 mile 500 kV transmission line gen-tie that will connect the Agua Fria Solar and Storage Project to the regional grid at the existing Dugas Substation.
The Project will transmit renewable energy from the proposed Agua Fria Solar and Storage Project to the regional transmission grid. The storage component will also provide ancillary grid services which will support system reliability.
General Area Map
Longroad Energy is initiating the permitting process and is hosting in-person and virtual open houses to invite the public to learn about the Project and provide input on the Project.
Arizona CEC Gen-Tie Permitting Process
Longroad Energy will be preparing an application seeking a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility (CEC) for the gen-tie to be filed with the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC). The CEC process includes public hearings with the Arizona Power Plant and Transmission Line Siting Committee before seeking final approval from the ACC. Hearings before the Line Siting Committee would occur in March 2025.
Yavapai County Process
The Project will take public feedback into consideration and prepare a full application based on the Solar Ordinance which became effective in December 2024. The Project expects to submit this application in early 2025. The County Board of Supervisors will have final authority to approve the project as a permitted land use. The County permitting process is expected to take 6-9 months.
Site Plan Map
CEC Hearing Information
The public is invited to participate in public hearings before the Arizona Power Plant and Transmission Line Siting Committee at the Mayer Recreation Center, located at 10001 Wicks Avenue, Mayer, AZ 86333.
Monday, March 17, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.
Continuing each weekday through March 21, 2025, beginning at 9:00 a.m. each day (as needed).
View the CEC Hearing: https://vimeo.com/event/4917415
A Special Public Comment Session will be held on March 17, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. via telephone, Zoom, or in person at the Mayer Recreation Center.
View the Special Public Comment Session: https://vimeo.com/event/4917562
Participate in the Special Public Comment Session: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83173800051
Meeting ID: 831 7380 0051
Passcode: N/A
Call In Number: 669-444-9171
Contact us at aguafria@longroadenergy.com or by calling 1-833-367-7889.