Eloy Valley Energy Center 3 Solar and Battery Project
Summary
A developer received approval to rezone over 1,263 acres south of Eloy for a massive solar generation and battery storage facility. Local officials and utility representatives emphasized that the project will supply power directly to local electrical districts to offset declining hydropower.
At a glance
- Total mentions
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Last discussed Sep 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
Generates local economic investment and provides low-cost energy through federal grants and local utility contracting.
Local electric cooperative customers and regional utility districts gain a reliable, locally generated power source.
Nearby property owners who preferred agricultural uses or rural quiet may experience industrial land use changes.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting — September 2, 2026
A developer received approval to rezone over 1,263 acres south of Eloy for a massive solar generation and battery storage facility. Local officials and utility representatives emphasized that the project will supply power directly to local electrical districts to offset declining hydropower.
Health Benefits Trust Board Meeting — September 1, 2026
Pinal County approved a massive 1,263-acre solar and battery storage facility south of Eloy. Supporters emphasized that power from the project will contract directly with local electrical districts to bolster regional power reliability.
Related development
Eloy Valley Energy Center 3
The project would have drastically altered rural land use near Eloy, adding heavy industrial infrastructure, power generation, and high energy/water demands.
ASLD Solar and Battery Energy Storage Project
Generates revenue for state trust beneficiaries including K-12 education while expanding regional solar capacity.
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