This
map presents version 8 of the environmental conservation values logic
model as part of the Least Conflict Solar Project in the San Joaquin
Valley, CA. It is intended for high-level planning purposes, and does
not represent parcel level evaluations. The layers shown in this
map represent a snapshot of environmental conservation value within the
greater San Joaquin Valley, and should be understood as
non-binding, non-regulatory, and should be used only for high level planning purposes.
Based
on the best available current data, least conflict areas were
identified through this model to show regions that are likely to have
lower resource quality and lower environmental conservation conflicts.
Least conflict areas identified do not represent areas of no conflict,
or areas that have no environmental value. As new
information is gathered within this region of California, this
model should be updated to reflect those new data. Finally, normal
siting processes and procedures, which take into account specific values
that may be present on a particular site, remain in place.