Maps

Maps of BLM lands under the various BLM solar development programs.

Maps of Areas Identified in the 2012 Western Solar Plan

Maps presenting designated leasing areas (solar energy zones), variance areas, and exclusion areas on BLM-administered lands in the six-state study area are available. Additional maps are available on the 2012 Solar PEIS Archives; however, these maps have not been updated to address land use planning decisions made subsequent to the 2012 Western Solar Plan.

Map of Areas Identified in the 2016 DRECP ROD – CA

A map presenting development focus areas, variance process lands, and legislatively and legally protected lands within the Desert Renewable Energy Conservation Plan (DRECP) study area is available. Additional maps are available through the DRECP Gateway, including the ability to make custom maps. Note that variance lands in California outside of the DRECP study area remain subject to the 2012 Western Solar Plan.

Map of Areas Identified in the 2013 RDEP ROD

A map presenting renewable energy development areas (REDAs) identified through the Restoration Design Energy Project (RDEP) Record of Decision is available.