Hearings and meetings

We hold hearings and meetings to discuss proposed facilities, state rules, and other relevant topics. They're usually open to Council members, applicants, and the public.

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Public hearings

At public hearings, we share updates about energy facilities or rule changes. You can attend hearings and even sign up to be a speaker.

Council meetings

Our Council usually meets at least once a month to discuss ongoing business and news about energy facilities.

Public comment periods

For rule changes and during certain stages in our siting process, state laws and rules require us to ask for your feedback. 

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Columbia Solar/Goose Prairie Solar SCA Amendment informational meeting and comment hearing
Columbia Solar* - [Informational public hearing]
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EFSEC will hold an informational meeting immediately following the regular June council meeting to consider SCA amendments for the Columbia Solar and Goose Prairie Solar projects due to a change in ownership.

The public is invited to review the proposed revisions to the affected SCA agreements and submit comment. An online comment campaign will be available at: https://comments.efsec.wa.gov. Written public comments will also be accepted during the public hearing or may be mailed to the EFSEC office.
Virtual attendance encouraged. Click the event name to see options.
Columbia Solar SCA amendment comment period
Columbia Solar* - [Comment period]
Start date: End date:
EFSEC will hold an informational meeting immediately following the regular June council meeting to consider SCA amendments for the Columbia Solar and Goose Prairie Solar projects due to a change in ownership.

The public is invited to review the proposed revisions to the affected SCA agreements and submit comment. An online comment campaign will be available at: https://comments.efsec.wa.gov. Written public comments will also be accepted during the public hearing or may be mailed to the EFSEC office.
Columbia Solar/Goose Prairie Solar SCA Amendment informational meeting and comment hearing
Columbia Solar* - [Informational public hearing]
Start date: End date:
EFSEC will hold an informational meeting immediately following the regular June council meeting to consider SCA amendments for the Columbia Solar and Goose Prairie Solar projects due to a change in ownership.

The public is invited to review the proposed revisions to the affected SCA agreements and submit comment. An online comment campaign will be available at: https://comments.efsec.wa.gov. Written public comments will also be accepted during the public hearing or may be mailed to the EFSEC office.
Virtual attendance encouraged. Click the event name to see options.
Goose Prairie Solar SCA amendment comment period
Goose Prairie Solar* - [Comment period]
Start date: End date:
EFSEC will hold an informational meeting immediately following the regular June council meeting to consider SCA amendments for the Columbia Solar and Goose Prairie Solar projects due to a change in ownership.

The public is invited to review the proposed revisions to the affected SCA agreements and submit comment. An online comment campaign will be available at: https://comments.efsec.wa.gov. Written public comments will also be accepted during the public hearing or may be mailed to the EFSEC office.
Monthly Council meeting for June 2026 (Virtual)
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This month's meeting will be virtual. At this regular meeting, we’ll discuss facility updates and agency business. View the agenda, meeting minutes and ways to attend.
In-person and Virtual attendance encouraged. Click the event name to see options.
Cascade Renewable Transmission SEPA scoping public comment hearing
Cascade Renewable Transmission* - [Informational public hearing]
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We’re accepting comments on the scope of the environmental impact statement (EIS) for the Cascade Renewable Transmission (CRT) project.
Virtual attendance encouraged. Click the event name to see options.
Monthly Council meeting for May 2026
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At this regular meeting, we’ll discuss facility updates and agency business. View the agenda, meeting minutes and ways to attend.
In-person and Virtual attendance encouraged. Click the event name to see options.
Cascade Renewable Transmission SEPA scoping public comment period
Cascade Renewable Transmission* - [Comment period]
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We’re accepting comments on the scope of the environmental impact statement (EIS) for the Cascade Renewable Transmission project. You’re welcome to share thoughts, concerns, or helpful information.
Monthly Council meeting for April 2026
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At this regular meeting, we’ll discuss facility updates and agency business. View the agenda, meeting minutes and ways to attend.
In-person and Virtual attendance encouraged. Click the event name to see options.
Monthly Council meeting for March 2026
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At this regular meeting, we’ll discuss facility updates and agency business. View the agenda, meeting minutes and ways to attend.
In-person and Virtual attendance encouraged. Click the event name to see options.