Public Hearing for Marigold Energy Center
A significant energy project south of Maricopa will be reviewed by the Arizona Power Plant and Transmission Line Siting Committee on September 21. The project, called the Marigold Energy Center, proposed by SRP, will take place in Stanfield.
Hearing Details:
- Date & Time: Starts at 10 a.m. on September 21 and continues at 9 a.m. on weekdays through September 25, if needed.
- Location: Francisco Grande Hotel & Golf Resort, Casa Grande.
Project Overview:
The Marigold Energy Center aims to develop:
- A 230-kilovolt/500-kilovolt substation
- Approximately 4 miles of new 230-kilovolt transmission lines
- 600 megawatts of solar power
- 400 megawatts of battery storage
- Up to 675 megawatts of gas-fired generation
Community Input:
In a July open house, residents expressed concerns regarding public safety, fire safety, water use, emissions, and local air quality impacts. SRP officials are actively addressing these issues based on community feedback.
Public Participation:
A public comment session is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on September 21, where residents can participate in person, by phone, or via Zoom.
Additionally, Electrical District No. 3, which provides services to Maricopa, Stanfield, and adjacent areas, is considering a partnership with SRP to purchase energy from the project.
For more information, visit the Marigold Energy Center page.
