Rock Valley Energy Center and Regional Solar Projects
Summary
A 500-megawatt solar farm with up to 850 MW of battery storage proposed on 1,863 acres of BLM land near Pahrump. It would be a major addition to the valley's energy infrastructure and one of the county's largest renewable projects.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
Fiscal terms would be set in the associated agreement structure; direct fiscal impact not stated in the agenda.
Clearway Energy and regional power customers if built, plus local construction employment.
Nearby residents may raise concerns about visual, land-use, and environmental impacts.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Board of County Commission Meetings (Regular) - Nov 12, 2026
A 500-megawatt solar farm with up to 850 MW of battery storage proposed on 1,863 acres of BLM land near Pahrump. It would be a major addition to the valley's energy infrastructure and one of the county's largest renewable projects.
Board of County Commission Meetings (Regular) - Nov 4, 2026
A roughly 2,143-acre solar generation, battery storage and transmission project is up for a special use permit and preliminary development plan approval. It's one of the county's largest renewable energy proposals and a final Board decision unless appealed.
Board of County Commission Meetings (Regular) - May 5, 2026
Residents expressed strong opposition to the massive 10,000-acre Rock Valley solar project and water usage concerns, while the board approved cooperating agency status to engage with BLM.
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Mosey Energy Center Project
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