Chalan Solar and Storage Project by Chalan CA Solar Storage, LLC

The Chalan Solar and Storage Project, managed by Chalan CA Solar Storage, LLC, involves the construction, operation, and maintenance of a 65 megawatt photovoltaic solar facility and a 25 megawatt battery energy storage system. Located on a 627-acre site in Kettleman, California, within northwest Kern County and south Kings County, the project includes the development of necessary infrastructure such as access roads, electrical interconnections, and control systems to generate renewable electrical energy and support grid stability. The project is subject to strict environmental regulations under the California Endangered Species Act, requiring compliance with Incidental Take Permit No. 2081-2024-057-04 issued by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. This permit authorizes the incidental take of protected species, specifically the San Joaquin kit fox, giant kangaroo rat, and western burrowing owl. Key obligations include implementing an approved monitoring plan, submitting annual reports, and adhering to mitigation measures to address permanent habitat impacts. The project was approved by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife on July 3, 2025, with the Kern County Planning Department serving as the lead agency for environmental review and oversight.