Gov. Inslee Revives Plan for Washington's Largest Wind Farm

The $1.7 billion Horse Heaven project could proceed closer to its original scope after a state council's recommendation to halve it was rejected.

The Horse Heaven wind farm plans include up to 222 turbines and three solar arrays across 24 miles in eastern Washington.
Washington's Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council had recommended reducing the project's size due to endangered hawk nests.
Gov. Inslee, emphasizing the state's growing renewable energy needs, rejected the recommendation and urged reconsideration.
Inslee suggested better access for the Yakama Nation to culturally significant lands while maintaining most of the wind farm.
The council has three months to revise its recommendation in light of the governor's notes.