Docket Log

Docket: 23-OPT-02
Project Title: Darden Clean Energy Project
Generated On: 5/16/2024 1:24:24 PM

Include:     
TN #Docketed DateDocument TitleExhibit #ToFrom
2563365/13/2024 Darden Clean Energy Project Officer Attestation Letter
Officer attestation letter for Darden Clean Energy Project application materials
Compliance
1 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitIntersect Power
2562965/10/2024 CEC Data Request Response Set 4
Provides the Applicant's fourth and final response set to data requests received from the CEC. Responses address data requests related to Air Quality, Biological Resources, Socioeconomics, Transmission System Design, and Water Resources. The document includes the following appendices to support responses: Appendix A DR AQ-2 SJVAPCD Completeness Determination Letter, Appendix B DR BIO-7 Burrowing Owl Management Plan, Appendix C DR BIO-7 PV and Gen-tie Biological Resources Management Plan, Appendix D DR BIO-7 Utility Switchyard and Alternate Green Hydrogen Site Biological Resources Management Plan, Appendix E DR BIO-18 Land Cover Maps, Appendix F DR BIO-20 Model Parameters and Assumptions, Appendix G DR BIO-23 CNDDB Form Data Tables, Appendix H DR BIO-24 CDFW Correspondence, Appendix I DR BIO-45 Agency Correspondence, Appendix J DR BIO-47 Updated Section 5.12.5 LORS, Appendix K DR WATER-3 Water Quality Lab Results, Appendix L DR WATER-14 Westlands Water District Option Agreement (Redacted)
299 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
2562955/10/2024 CAISO Phase II Study Confidentiality Request
Letter requesting confidentiality for the Phase II study documents
4 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitIntersect Power
2561975/6/2024 CEC Response letter to Darden's confidentiality application dated 03-26-2024

3 page(s)
 IP Darden I, LLC, c/o Intersect Power, LLC/Simon RossCalifornia Energy Commission
2560132/21/2024 Appendix M_Socioeconomics Study Feb 2024_Confidential_Darden Clean Energy
Assesses the Darden Clean Energy Project’s effects on socioeconomic resources. Contains values in Table 39 that are submitted under confidential cover for CEC review. A separate redacted version has been docketed publicly.
111 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitIntersect Power
25601211/7/2023 Confidential Appendix B of Appendix M Socioeconomics Study_Darden Clean Energy
Appendix B Project Economic and Employment Assumptions of Appendix M Socioeconomics Study.
5 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanRincon Consultants
2559144/24/2024 Data Response Set 3 Appendix A - SJVACPD Preliminary Draft Permit Application Vol 2
Volume 2 of the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District preliminary draft permit application, provided in response to DR AQ-2 as Appendix A of Response Set 3
Air Quality
458 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
2559134/24/2024 Data Response Set 3 Appendix B and Appendix C
Includes emissions calculations, provided in response to DR AQ-5 as Appendix B of Response Set 3 and supplementary technical approach information, provided in response to DR AQ-11 as Appendix C of Response Set 3
Air Quality
18 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
2559124/24/2024 Data Response Set 3 Appendix D and Appendix E - Construction and Operations AAQA Data Files Vol 1
Includes the construction and operations emissions data files, provided in response to DR AQ-11 as Appendix D of Response Set 3 and Volume 1 of the construction and operations ambient air quality analysis data files, provided in response to DR AQ-11 as Appendix E of Response Set 3
Air Quality
2169 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
2559114/24/2024 Data Response Set 3 Appendix E - Construction and Operations AAQA Data Files Vol 2
Volume 2 of the construction and operations ambient air quality analysis data files, provided in response to DR AQ-11 as Appendix E of Response Set 3
Air Quality
825 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
2559104/24/2024 Data Response Set 3 Appendix E - Construction and Operations AAQA Data Files Vol 3
Volume 3 of the construction and operations ambient air quality analysis data files, provided in response to DR AQ-11 as Appendix E of Response Set 3
Air Quality
648 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
2559094/24/2024 Data Response Set 3 Appendix E - Construction and Operations AAQA Data Files Vol 4
Volume 4 of the construction and operations ambient air quality analysis data files, provided in response to DR AQ-11 as Appendix E of Response Set 3
Air Quality
705 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
2559084/24/2024 Data Response Set 3 Appendix F and Appendix G
Includes Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments conducted for the project, provided in response to DR HAZ-1 as Appendix F of Response Set 3 and an updated Section 5.8 References, provided in response to DR PH-1 as Appendix G of Response Set 3
Hazardous Materials, Public Health
2061 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
2559074/24/2024 Data Response Set 3 Appendix A - SJVACPD Preliminary Draft Permit Application Vol 1
Volume 1 of the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District preliminary draft permit application, provided in response to DR AQ-2 as part of Appendix A of Response Set 3
Air Quality
109 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
2559064/24/2024 CEC Data Request Response Set 3
Provides the Applicant's third response set to data requests received from the CEC. Responses address data requests related to Air Quality, Efficiency, Energy and Energy Resources, Greenhouse Gas Emissions (Climate Change), Hazardous Materials Handling, and Public Health. It also includes a resubmittal of one response for Socioeconomics. The document includes the following appendices to support responses: Appendix A DR AQ-2 SJVAPCD Preliminary Draft Permit Application, Appendix B DR AQ-5 Emissions Calculations, Appendix C DR AQ-11 Supplementary Technical Approach Information, Appendix D DR AQ-11 Construction and Operations Emissions Data Files, Appendix E DR AQ-11 Construction and Operations AAQA Data Files, Appendix F DR HAZ-1 Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, Appendix G DR PH-1 Updated Section 5.8 Reference List
Air Quality, Efficiency, Hazardous Materials, Public Health, Socioeconomics, Greenhouse Gases
25 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
2558504/22/2024 CEC’s Response Letter to Application for Confidential Designation, dated 2-20-24
***This document supersedes the TN 254357***
2 page(s)
 IP Darden I, LLC c/o Intersect Power, LLC/Simon Ross and Becky MooresCalifornia Energy Commission
2558012/29/2024 Revised Confidential Appendix I Cultural Resources Technical Report_DR Set 1 CUL-TRI
Confidential Cultural Resources Technical Report updated in response to data requests addressed in DR Response Set 1.
114 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanRincon Consultants
2558002/29/2024 Updated Appendix I-4_DR Set 1 CUL-TRI
Appendix I-4 California Department of Parks and Recreation 523 Series Forms updated in response to data requests addressed in DR Response Set 1.
229 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanRincon Consultants
2557992/29/2024 Updated Appendix I-3_DR Set 1 CUL-TRI
Appendix I-3 Research Design updated in response to data requests addressed in DR Response Set 1.
32 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanRincon Consultants
2557504/17/2024 CEC Response Letter re Application for Confidential Designation dated 02-29-2024

2 page(s)
 IP Darden I, LLC c/o Intersect Power, LLC/Breana Campbell-KingCalifornia Energy Commission
2555192/9/2024 CAISO Phase I_Appendix G_South 500 kV_Reliability Assessment Results
CAISO Phase I_Appendix G_South 500 kV_Reliability Assessment Results
9 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanIntersect Power
2555182/9/2024 CAISO Phase I_Appendix E_South 500 kV_Reliability Power Flow Results
CAISO Phase I_Appendix E_South 500 kV_Reliability Power Flow Results
233 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanIntersect Power
2555172/9/2024 CAISO Phase I_Appendix C_South 500 kV_Contingency Lists
CAISO Phase I_Appendix C_South 500 kV_Contingency Lists
632 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanIntersect Power
2555162/9/2024 CAISO Phase I_Appendix B_System Assumptions
CAISO Phase I_Appendix B_System Assumptions
70 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanIntersect Power
2555152/9/2024 CAISO Phase I_Q1949-Darden-Appendix_A-C14Ph1
CAISO Phase I_Q1949-Darden-Appendix_A-C14Ph1
20 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanIntersect Power
2555142/9/2024 CAISO Phase I_Attachment 10_Substation and Transmission Line Work Scope_Q1949
CAISO Phase I_Attachment 10_Substation and Transmission Line Work Scope_Q1949
9 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanIntersect Power
2555132/9/2024 CAISO Phase I_Attachment 8_Preliminary Protection Requirements_Q1949
CAISO Phase I_Attachment 8_Preliminary Protection Requirements_Q1949
7 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanIntersect Power
2555122/9/2024 CAISO Phase I_South 500 kV Interconnection Area Report
CAISO Phase I_South 500 kV Interconnection Area Report
54 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanIntersect Power
2555112/9/2024 CAISO Phase I_Appendix K_Interconnection Area Map
CAISO Phase I_Appendix K_Interconnection Area Map
3 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanIntersect Power
2555102/9/2024 CAISO Phase I_Appendix I_South 500 Interconnection Area
CAISO Phase I_Appendix I_South 500 Interconnection Area
25 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanIntersect Power
2555092/9/2024 CAISO Phase I_Appendix H_Short Circuit Study Results
CAISO Phase I_Appendix H_Short Circuit Study Results
169 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanIntersect Power
2554144/2/2024 CEC's Response Letter re February 9, 2024 Application for Confidential Designation

2 page(s)
 IP Darden I, LLC, c/o Intersect Power, LLC/Simon RossCalifornia Energy Commission
2552833/26/2024 23-OPT-02_Darden_DR-SOCIO-7_Confidentiality Request
Request for confidentiality of response to data request DR SOCIO-7
5 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanIntersect Power
2550823/15/2024 CEC Data Request Response Set 2
Provides the Applicant's second response set to data requests received from the CEC. Responses address data requests related to Hazards and Hazardous Materials, Project Description, Socioeconomics, Traffic and Transportation, Transmission System and Design, and Waste. The document includes the following appendices to support responses: - Appendix A DR HAZ-7 Industrial Lithium-Ion Battery Emergency Response Guide - Appendix B DR TRANS-5 Preliminary Helicopter Use Plan - Appendix C DR TRANS-7 Transportation Analysis Supplement - Appendix D DR TSD-2 Substation and Switchyard Diagram - Appendix E DR TSD-4 Grounding Detail
Facility Design, Hazardous Materials, Project Description, Socioeconomics, Traffic and Transportation, Waste Management
128 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
2547342/29/2024 Application for Confidential Request_Revised Appendix I_Darden Clean Energy_DR Set 1 CUL-TRI
Confidential Application for the revised Appendix I, which has been updated in response to CEC data requests addressed in Response Set 1. Updated Appendix I documents include the Cultural Resources Technical Report, Appendix I-3 Research Design, and Appendix I-4 DPR Forms
2 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanRincon Consultants
2546772/26/2024 Data Response Set 1 Appendix A - Geotechnical Report Utility Switchyard
Geotechnical report for the utility switchyard, provided in response to DR GEO-1 as part of Appendix A of Response Set 1.
Geology/Paleontology
58 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
2546762/26/2024 Data Response Set 1 Appendix A - Geotechnical Report Vol 2
Volume 2 of the geotechnical report provided in response to DR GEO-1 as part of Appendix A of Response Set 1.
Geology/Paleontology
119 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
2546752/26/2024 Data Response Set 1 Appendix A - Geotechnical Report Vol 1 Part 2
Volume 1 Part 2 of the geotechnical report provided in response to DR GEO-1 as part of Appendix A of Response Set 1.
Geology/Paleontology
362 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
2546742/26/2024 Data Response Set 1 Appendix A - Geotechnical Report Vol 1 Part 1
Volume 1 Part 1 of the geotechnical report provided in response to DR GEO-1 as part of Appendix A of Response Set 1.
Geology/Paleontology
167 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
2546732/26/2024 Data Response Set 1 Appendix A - Geotechnical Report Vol 3
Volume 3 of the geotechnical report provided in response to DR GEO-1 as part of Appendix A of Response Set 1.
Geology/Paleontology
118 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
2546722/26/2024 Data Response Set 1 Appendix A - Geotechnical Report Vol 5
Volume 5 of the geotechnical report provided in response to DR GEO-1 as part of Appendix A of Response Set 1.
Geology/Paleontology
136 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
2546712/26/2024 Data Response Set 1 Appendix A - Geotechnical Report Vol 4
Volume 4 of the geotechnical report provided in response to DR GEO-1 as part of Appendix A of Response Set 1.
Geology/Paleontology
136 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
2546702/23/2024 CEC Data Request Response Set 1_Darden Clean Energy
This section provides the first set of data responses to the CEC's data request on 23-OPT-02. Responses are provided for data requests for cultural and tribal cultural resources, geologic hazards, land use, noise, soils, visual resources, and worker safety.
Cultural Resources, Geology/Paleontology, Land Use, Noise and Vibration, Visual Resources, Worker Safety and Fire Protection, Soil and Water
35 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
2545932/21/2024 Appendix M_Socioeconomics Study Feb 2024_Application for Confidential Designation
Letter requesting confidential designation of values in Table 39 in the Socioeconomics Study for the Darden Clean Energy Project.
4 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitIntersect Power
2545882/20/2024 Appendix M_Socioeconomics Study Feb 2024_Darden Clean Energy
Assesses the Darden Clean Energy Project’s effects on socioeconomic resources. Updated document with redacted version of sub-Appendix B included.
Socioeconomics
111 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitIntersect Power
2543982/9/2024 DR-TSD-1_Application for Confidential Designation
DR-TSD-1 Application for Confidential Designation
3 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanIntersect Power
2543572/6/2024 CEC response to IP Darden I, LLC Application for Confidentiality dated November 7 2023
***This document is replaced by TN 255850***
2 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitCalifornia Energy Commission
2540861/23/2024 Summary of Meeting Between CEC and Intersect Power
Notes from December 6, 2023 meeting
2 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitCalifornia Energy Commission
25372712/22/2023 Proof of Publication of Notice of Receipt in The Fresno Bee
They were published in English and Spanish on December 21, 2023
1 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitCalifornia Energy Commission
25371212/21/2023 Courtesy Tribal Notification of Receipt for Darden Clean Energy Project Opt-in Application
Notification emailed on December 21, 2023
Cultural Resources
8 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitCalifornia Energy Commission
25357812/11/2023 Determination of Incomplete Application and Request for Information for the Darden Clean Energy Project

162 page(s)
 IP Darden I, LLC and Affiliates/Becky MooresCalifornia Energy Commission
25357012/8/2023 Hydrogen Wastewater Disposal Update 12082023
Update to proposed methods for discharge of wastewater from the hydrogen electrolyzer.
Waste Management, Soil and Water
1 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitIntersect Power
25355711/7/2023 Confidential Appendix I-1_Volume 1_Cultural Resources Technical Report_Darden Clean Energy
California Historical Resources Information System Records Search Results and Fresno Historical Society Outreach
109 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
25355611/7/2023 Confidential Appendix I-1_Volume 6_Cultural Resources Technical Report_Darden Clean Energy
California Historical Resources Information System Records Search Results and Fresno Historical Society Outreach
190 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanRincon Consultants
25355511/7/2023 Confidential Appendix I-1_Volume 7_Cultural Resources Technical Report_Darden Clean Energy
California Historical Resources Information System Records Search Results and Fresno Historical Society Outreach
341 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanRincon Consultants
25355411/7/2023 Confidential Appendix I-1_Volume 8_Cultural Resources Technical Report_Darden Clean Energy
California Historical Resources Information System Records Search Results and Fresno Historical Society Outreach
249 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanRincon Consultants
25355311/7/2023 Confidential Appendix I-1_Volume 9_Cultural Resources Technical Report_Darden Clean Energy
California Historical Resources Information System Records Search Results and Fresno Historical Society Outreach
190 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanRincon Consultants
25355211/7/2023 Confidential Appendix I-1_Volume 10_Cultural Resources Technical Report_Darden Clean Energy
California Historical Resources Information System Records Search Results and Fresno Historical Society Outreach
133 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanRincon Consultants
25355111/7/2023 Confidential Appendix I-1_Volume 11_Cultural Resources Technical Report_Darden Clean Energy
California Historical Resources Information System Records Search Results and Fresno Historical Society Outreach
357 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanRincon Consultants
25355011/7/2023 Confidential Appendix I-1_Volume 2_Cultural Resources Technical Report_Darden Clean Energy
California Historical Resources Information System Records Search Results and Fresno Historical Society Outreach
283 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanRincon Consultants
25354911/7/2023 Confidential Appendix I-1_Volume 3_Cultural Resources Technical Report_Darden Clean Energy
California Historical Resources Information System Records Search Results and Fresno Historical Society Outreach
135 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanRincon Consultants
25354811/7/2023 Confidential Appendix I-1_Volume 4_Cultural Resources Technical Report_Darden Clean Energy
California Historical Resources Information System Records Search Results and Fresno Historical Society Outreach
179 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanRincon Consultants
25354711/7/2023 Confidential Appendix I-1_Volume 5_Cultural Resources Technical Report_Darden Clean Energy
California Historical Resources Information System Records Search Results and Fresno Historical Society Outreach
242 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanRincon Consultants
25354612/7/2023 CEC's Response Letter to IP Darden I, LLC re Application for Confidential Designation, dated November 7, 2023

2 page(s)
 IP Darden I, LLC, c/o Intersect Power, LC/Breana Campbell-KingCalifornia Energy Commission
25353412/6/2023 Appendix R Species Observed and with Potential to Occur and 10-mile CNDDB_Darden Clean Energy
Species Observed and with Potential to Occur and 10-mile CNDDB
Biological Resources
44 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
25347712/4/2023 CEC's response letter re confidentiality application, dated November 7, 2023

2 page(s)
 IP Darden I, LLC, c/o Intersect Power, LLC/Breana Campbell-KingCalifornia Energy Commission
25337111/29/2023 Comments from Fresno County Fire Protection District on Darden Clean Energy Project

1 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitFresno County Fire Protection District
25318611/17/2023 Notice of Receipt of Opt-in Application for Federal, State, Local and Other Agencies
Notice emailed on November 17, 2023 to Federal, State, Local and other agencies
12 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitCalifornia Energy Commission
25313911/15/2023 Notice of Receipt of an Opt-in Application for MOU Agencies
Notice emailed on November 13, 2023 to CDFW, DTSC, and Water Boards per MOU
3 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitCalifornia Energy Commission
253060-111/9/2023 Appendix U Incidental Take Permit Form_Volume 1_Darden Clean Energy
California Endangered Species Act Incidental Take Permit Application
271 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
253060-211/9/2023 Appendix U Incidental Take Permit Form_Volume 2_Darden Clean Energy
California Endangered Species Act Incidental Take Permit Application
88 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
253060-311/9/2023 Appendix U Incidental Take Permit Form_Volume 3_Darden Clean Energy
California Endangered Species Act Incidental Take Permit Application
204 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
25304711/7/2023 Appendix I Application for Confidential Request_Darden Clean Energy
Confidential Cultural Resources Technical Report. Appendix I-1 California Historical Resources Information System Records Search Results and Fresno Historical Society Outreach Appendix I-2 Native American Heritage Commission Sacred Lands Search Results and Native American Outreach Appendix I-3 Research Design Appendix I-4 California Department of Parks and Recreation 523 Series Forms Appendix I-5 State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) Concurrence Letter for Determinations of Eligibility for the California Aqueduct (P-10-006207)
2 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanRincon Consultants
25304611/7/2023 Confidential Appendix M Socioeconomics Study_Appendix B_Darden Clean Energy
Application for confidential request for Appendix B Project Economic Employment and Assumptions of Appendix M Socioeconomics Study.
2 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanRincon Consultants
253038-111/7/2023 Appendix Q Biological Resources Assessment_Volume 1_Darden Clean Energy
Includes a Biological Resources Assessment which analyzes the potential impacts of the proposed Darden Green Energy Project and evaluates short and long term impacts of the Project to biological resources. Appendix Q-1 Regulatory Framework Appendix Q-2 Special-Status Species Evaluation Tables Appendix Q-3 Field Forms Appendix Q-4 Site Photographs Appendix Q-5 Species Compendia Appendix Q-6 San Joaquin Kit Fox Habitat Assessment Appendix Q-7 Swainson’s Hawk Nesting Survey Report Appendix Q-8 Analysis of Project Impacts to Swainson’s Hawk Foraging Habitat Appendix Q-9 Aquatic Resources Delineation Appendix Q-10 Aquatic Resources Representative Photographs Appendix Q-11 Delineation Data Sheets
233 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
253038-211/7/2023 Appendix Q Biological Resources Assessment_Volume 2_Darden Clean Energy
Includes a Biological Resources Assessment which analyzes the potential impacts of the proposed Darden Green Energy Project and evaluates short and long term impacts of the Project to biological resources. Appendix Q-1 Regulatory Framework Appendix Q-2 Special-Status Species Evaluation Tables Appendix Q-3 Field Forms Appendix Q-4 Site Photographs Appendix Q-5 Species Compendia Appendix Q-6 San Joaquin Kit Fox Habitat Assessment Appendix Q-7 Swainson’s Hawk Nesting Survey Report Appendix Q-8 Analysis of Project Impacts to Swainson’s Hawk Foraging Habitat Appendix Q-9 Aquatic Resources Delineation Appendix Q-10 Aquatic Resources Representative Photographs Appendix Q-11 Delineation Data Sheets
87 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
253038-311/7/2023 Appendix Q Biological Resources Assessment_Volume 3_Darden Clean Energy
Includes a Biological Resources Assessment which analyzes the potential impacts of the proposed Darden Green Energy Project and evaluates short and long term impacts of the Project to biological resources. Appendix Q-1 Regulatory Framework Appendix Q-2 Special-Status Species Evaluation Tables Appendix Q-3 Field Forms Appendix Q-4 Site Photographs Appendix Q-5 Species Compendia Appendix Q-6 San Joaquin Kit Fox Habitat Assessment Appendix Q-7 Swainson’s Hawk Nesting Survey Report Appendix Q-8 Analysis of Project Impacts to Swainson’s Hawk Foraging Habitat Appendix Q-9 Aquatic Resources Delineation Appendix Q-10 Aquatic Resources Representative Photographs Appendix Q-11 Delineation Data Sheets
65 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
25303711/7/2023 Appendix M Socioeconomics Study_Darden Clean Energy
Assesses the Darden Clean Energy Project’s effects on socioeconomic resources. Provides a description of the Project and existing regional conditions including population and social characteristics, housing supply and market conditions, economic characteristics including income and employment, county fiscal resources, public services, and utilities. Provides a discussion of socioeconomic impacts (and the methodology used to identify and assess them), characterizing impacts qualitatively and quantifying them where data allow. The analysis addresses direct and indirect impacts, then discusses cumulative impacts of the Project in combination with the potential effects of other foreseeable projects.
107 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
25303611/7/2023 CEC App_Chapter 6_Alternatives_Darden Clean Energy
This section discusses alternatives to the proposed Darden Clean Energy Project. These include the “no project” alternative, a technology alternative, as well as a discussion of the site selection criteria employed. This discussion focuses on alternatives that could feasibly accomplish the basic objectives of the Project and could avoid or substantially lessen one or more of the potential impacts.
Alternatives
24 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
25303511/7/2023 CEC App_Section 5-13_Water Resources_Darden Clean Energy
This section discusses the existing water resources near the Darden Clean Energy Project, and potential impacts that the Project may have on these resources.
Soil and Water
82 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
25303411/7/2023 CEC App_Section 5-2_Land Use_Darden Clean Energy
This section describes the land uses present in the vicinity of the Darden Clean Energy Project site, as well as the potential impacts that may result from construction and operation of the Project related to land use.
Land Use
76 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
253033-111/7/2023 Appendix L Visual Simulations Methodology and Data Sheets_Volume 1_Darden Clean Energy
Volume 1 provides Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Visual Impact Assessment Worksheets and visual simulations methodology.
30 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
253033-211/7/2023 Appendix L Visual Simulations Methodology and Data Sheets_Volume 2_Darden Clean Energy
Volume 2 provides photo simulations of the Darden Clean Energy Project.
13 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
253033-311/7/2023 Appendix L Visual Simulations Methodology and Data Sheets_Volume 3_Darden Clean Energy
Volume 3 provides photo simulations of the Darden Clean Energy Project.
10 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
253033-411/7/2023 Appendix L Visual Simulations Methodology and Data Sheets_Volume 4_Darden Clean Energy
Volume 4 provides photo simulations of the Darden Clean Energy Project.
11 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
253031-111/7/2023 Appendix N Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Study_Volume 1_Darden Clean Energy
Includes an Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Study which analyzes the potential impacts of the proposed Darden Green Energy Project and evaluates short and long term impacts of the Project to sensitive receptors. Appendix N-1 Assumptions Appendix N-2 Calculations Appendix N-3 CalEEMod Outputs Appendix N-4 HRA Summary Appendix N-5 HARP Output Appendix N-6 AAQA Summary Appendix N-7 AERMOD Output Part 1 Appendix N-8 AERMOD Output Part 2
2858 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
253031-211/7/2023 Appendix N Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Study_Volume 2_Darden Clean Energy
Includes an Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Study which analyzes the potential impacts of the proposed Darden Green Energy Project and evaluates short and long term impacts of the Project to sensitive receptors. Appendix N-1 Assumptions Appendix N-2 Calculations Appendix N-3 CalEEMod Outputs Appendix N-4 HRA Summary Appendix N-5 HARP Output Appendix N-6 AAQA Summary Appendix N-7 AERMOD Output Part 1 Appendix N-8 AERMOD Output Part 2
1313 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
253031-311/7/2023 Appendix N Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Study_Volume 3_Darden Clean Energy
Includes an Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Study which analyzes the potential impacts of the proposed Darden Green Energy Project and evaluates short and long term impacts of the Project to sensitive receptors. Appendix N-1 Assumptions Appendix N-2 Calculations Appendix N-3 CalEEMod Outputs Appendix N-4 HRA Summary Appendix N-5 HARP Output Appendix N-6 AAQA Summary Appendix N-7 AERMOD Output Part 1 Appendix N-8 AERMOD Output Part 2
7810 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
253031-411/7/2023 Appendix N Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Study_Volume 4_Darden Clean Energy
Includes an Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Study which analyzes the potential impacts of the proposed Darden Green Energy Project and evaluates short and long term impacts of the Project to sensitive receptors. Appendix N-1 Assumptions Appendix N-2 Calculations Appendix N-3 CalEEMod Outputs Appendix N-4 HRA Summary Appendix N-5 HARP Output Appendix N-6 AAQA Summary Appendix N-7 AERMOD Output Part 1 Appendix N-8 AERMOD Output Part 2
7812 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
253030-111/7/2023 Cover Letter and CEC Opt-In Application Crosswalk Matrix_Darden Clean Energy
Cover letter to the CEC regarding the Opt-In Application for the Certification of the Darden Clean Energy Project Crosswalk matrix identifying location of CEC Appendix B requirements within the Opt-In Application (Chapters 1 through 6).
25 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants, Inc.
253030-211/7/2023 CEC App_Cover Title Pages and TOC_Darden Clean Energy
Title pages and Table of Contents for CEC Opt-In Application.
20 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants, Inc.
25302711/7/2023 Appendix R Application for Confidential Request_Darden Clean Energy
Application for confidential request for Appendix R Species Observed and with Potential to Occur and 10-mile CNDDB.
2 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanRincon Consultants
25302511/7/2023 CEC App_Section 5-6_Socioeconomics_Darden Clean Energy
This section describes the effects of the Darden Clean Energy Project on socioeconomic resources.
Socioeconomics
54 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
25302211/7/2023 Appendix E Community Benefits Plan_Darden Clean Energy
Provides the Applicant’s plan and timeline to obtain agreements with Fresno county community-based organizations to make significant investments over the next ten years with community-based initiatives and programs in the Western Fresno County area, prior to project certification, consistent with Public Resources Code section 25545.10.
Socioeconomics
3 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
25302111/7/2023 Appendix V Swainsons Hawk Conservation Strategy_Darden Clean Energy
Outlines the current status of Swainson's hawk at the Darden Clean Energy Project site, assesses potential impacts, and proposes strategies for avoiding and mitigation potential impacts from construction, operation, and eventual repowering or decommissioning of the Project.
Biological Resources
138 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
25302011/7/2023 Appendix S Water Supply Assessment_Darden Clean Energy
Informs the Project applicant, local and regional agencies, and the public about the availability of water supply to support the Darden Clean Energy Project in the decades after implementation.
Soil and Water
36 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
25298511/6/2023 CEC App_Chapter 2_Project Description_Darden Clean Energy
This chapter provides a project description and details of the Darden Clean Energy Project.
Project Description
34 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
25298411/6/2023 CEC App_Chapter 1_Executive Summary_Darden Clean Energy
This chapter provides an executive summary of the Darden Clean Energy Project and presents Project objectives, location, components, schedule, and ownership details as well as a list of Application preparers.
Executive Summary
18 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
25298311/6/2023 CEC App_Section 5-7_Air Quality_Darden Clean Energy
The section presents the air quality impact assessment related to the Darden Clean Energy Project.
Air Quality
32 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
25298211/6/2023 CEC App_Section 5-11_Waste Management_Darden Clean Energy
This section discusses the potential effect on human health and the environment from existing site conditions as well as nonhazardous and hazardous waste generated during construction and operation at the Darden Clean Energy Project.
Waste Management
26 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
25298111/6/2023 CEC App_Chapter 4_Engineering_Darden Clean Energy
In accordance with CEC requirements, this chapter presents information related to the design, engineering, reliability and efficiency of the Darden Clean Energy Project.
Facility Design
12 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
25297911/6/2023 Appendix K Traffic and Transportation Analysis_Darden Clean Energy
Analyzes traffic conditions related to the Darden Clean Energy Project and surrounding transportation facilities
Traffic and Transportation
47 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants, Inc.
25297711/6/2023 CEC App_Section 5-4_Traffic and Transportation_Darden Clean Energy
This section discusses the potential effect on traffic and transportation from the Darden Clean Energy Project.
Traffic and Transportation
44 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
25297611/6/2023 CEC App_Section 5-5_Visual Resources_Darden Clean Energy
This section describes the visual resources present in the vicinity of the Darden Clean Energy Project as well as the potential impacts to visual resources that may result from construction and operation of the Project.
Visual Resources
72 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
25297511/6/2023 CEC App_Section 5-8_Public Health_Darden Clean Energy
This section discusses activities that could potentially affect public health as they relate to the construction and operation of the Darden Clean Energy Project.
Public Health
24 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
25297411/6/2023 CEC App_Section 5-12_Biological Resources_Darden Clean Energy
This section describes biological resources in and near the Darden Clean Energy Project, and the potential impacts that the Project may have on these resources.
Biological Resources
70 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
25297311/6/2023 CEC App_Section 5-15_Paleontological Resources_Darden Clean Energy
This section describes the paleontological resources and geologic units present in the vicinity of the Darden Clean Energy Project site, as well as the potential impacts that may result from construction and operation of the Project related to the destruction of a unique paleontological resource or site, or unique geologic feature.
Geology/Paleontology
18 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
25297211/6/2023 CEC App_Section 5-3_Noise_Darden Clean Energy
This section presents the noise impact assessment related to the Darden Clean Energy Project.
Noise and Vibration
40 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
25297111/6/2023 CEC App_Section 5-1_Cultural Resources and Tribal Cultural Resources_Darden Clean Energy
This section describes cultural resources, inclusive of archaeological, built environment, and tribal cultural resources, in and near the Darden Clean Energy Project, and the potential effects the Project may have on these resources.
Cultural Resources
52 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants
25296711/6/2023 Appendix T Paleontological Resources Assessment_Darden Clean Energy
Provides a literature review, museum records search, paleontological sensitivity assessment, and reporting consistent with the standards of the California Energy Commission (CEC) (Title 20, California Code of Regulations, Section 1704, Appendix B) and Society of Vertebrate Paleontology to determine whether the Darden Clean Energy Project would result in significant impacts to paleontological resources under federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
Geology/Paleontology
28 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants, Inc.
25296611/6/2023 Appendix J Noise Study_Darden Clean Energy
Includes a Noise Study which analyzes the potential noise impacts of the proposed Darden Clean Energy Project and evaluates the short and long term impacts of the Project to noise-sensitive receptors. Appendix J-1 On-Site Noise Measurement Data Appendix J-2 Roadway Construction Noise Model (RCNM) Results Appendix J-3 Traffic Noise Model (FHWA RD 77-108) Results Appendix J-4 SoundPLAN Calculations Appendix J-5 Vibration Calculations
Noise and Vibration
203 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants, Inc.
25296511/6/2023 Appendix D Public Resources Code Section 21183 and 211836_Darden Clean Energy
Provides a crosswalk and attachment which demonstrate the ways in which the Darden Clean Energy Project meets the requirements of California Public Resources Code (PCR) Sections 21183 and 21183.6.
Compliance
9 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants, Inc.
25296411/6/2023 Appendix B Facility Definitions_Darden Clean Energy
In accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 20 § 1877 (b), Appendix B provides an explanation of how the Darden Clean Energy Project facilities meet one or more of the definitions of “facility” in California Public Resources Code § 25545(b).
Compliance
3 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants, Inc.
25293911/3/2023 CEC App_Section 5-9_Hazardous Materials_Darden Clean Energy
This section discusses the use and storage of hazardous materials associated with the construction and operation of the Darden Clean Energy Project and the potential effects on human health and the environment.
Hazardous Materials
36 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants, Inc.
25293511/3/2023 CEC App_Section 5-14_Soils_Darden Clean Energy
This section describes the soil resources present in the vicinity of the Darden Clean Energy Project site, as well as the potential impacts that may result from construction and operation of the Project related to soils.
Soil and Water
32 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants, Inc.
25293411/3/2023 CEC App_Section 5-16_Geological Hazards and Resources_Darden Clean Energy
This section describes the geological hazards and resources present in the vicinity of the Darden Clean Energy Project site, as well as the potential impacts that may result from construction and operation of the Project related to geological hazards and geological resources of commercial, recreational, or scientific value.
Geology/Paleontology
54 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants, Inc.
25293311/3/2023 CEC App_Section 5-17_Wildfire_Darden Clean Energy
This section discusses issues related to wildfire associated with the construction and operation of the Darden Clean Energy Project.
Worker Safety and Fire Protection
18 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants, Inc.
25293211/3/2023 CEC App_Section 5-10_Worker Safety_Darden Clean Energy
This section summarizes the worker health and safety issues that may be encountered during construction and operation of the Darden Clean Energy Project.
Worker Safety and Fire Protection
30 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants, Inc.
25293111/3/2023 CEC App_Chapter 5_Environmental Analysis_Darden Clean Energy
This section provides an introduction to the seventeen (17) individual environmental impact assessments required for the certification of the Darden Clean Energy Project as well as Cumulative Project details.
Introduction
8 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants, Inc.
25293011/3/2023 CEC App_Chapter 3_Facility Closure_Darden Clean Energy
This chapter discusses facility closure. Section 3.1 discusses temporary facility closure, and Section 3.2 discusses permanent facility closure. Section 3.2, Permanent Closure, is based in part on the Project’s Reclamation Plan (Appendix H, TN 252922), which describes the framework for decommissioning and reclamation for the Project.
Facility Design
2 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants, Inc.
25292911/3/2023 Appendix U Incidental Take Permit Form_Darden Clean Energy
California Endangered Species Act Incidental Take Permit Application.
Biological Resources
3 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants, Inc.
25292811/3/2023 Appendix P Fire Protection Philosophy_Darden Clean Energy
Describes the fire protection and fire and gas detection philosophy and guidelines to be implemented to ensure life, health, and safety, and to protect the environment and assets during operations. Complies with the California Fire Code and provides guidelines for fire prevention, active fire protection and fire and gas detection and alarm systems and personnel safety measures.
Worker Safety and Fire Protection
31 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants, Inc.
25292711/3/2023 Appendix O Soil Management Plan_Darden Clean Energy
The Soil Management Plan provides protocols for the proper management of unknown impacts to soil or undocumented subsurface features potentially encountered at the site during grading and construction activities.
Soil and Water
34 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants, Inc.
25292211/3/2023 Appendix G Public Resources Code Section Certifications_Darden Clean Energy
Compliance letter for prevailing wage and workforce requirements set forth in Assembly Bill 205 (“AB 205”), and Public Resources Code Section 25545.3.3 and 25545.3.5.
4 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants, Inc.
25292111/3/2023 Appendix H Reclamation Plan_Darden Clean Energy
Outlines the framework for decommissioning and reclamation of the Darden Clean Energy Project.
Facility Design
12 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants, Inc.
25292011/3/2023 Appendix F Project Design Layout and Elevations_Darden Clean Energy
Includes Project design, layout, site plans, elevations, and notes.
Facility Design
37 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants, Inc.
25291811/3/2023 Appendix A Property Owner Information_Darden Clean Energy
Contains property owner names and mailing addresses for all assessor parcel numbers (APNs) within 1,000 feet of the Darden Clean Energy Project facilities and 500 feet of the Project’s generation intertie line.
Land Use
17 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants, Inc.
25291711/3/2023 Appendix C List of Preparers_Darden Clean Energy
Provides the names and titles of all application preparers for the Darden Clean Energy Project organized by subject area.
Compliance
5 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitRincon Consultants, Inc.
25256810/10/2023 Memo to Open New Docket

1 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitCalifornia Energy Commission
   Darden DR SOCIO-7 Confidential Response - CEC
DR SOCIO-7 response with confidential amounts of annual property tax estimates
1 page(s)
 CEC/Drew BohanIntersect Power
   Appendix A_Cluster 14 Phase II Study
CAISO Cluster 14 Phase II Study - Appendix A
26 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitIntersect Power
   Appendix B_System Assumptions
CAISO Cluster 14 Phase II Study Appendix B - system assumptions
68 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitIntersect Power
   Appendix C_Contingency Lists
CAISO Cluster 14 Phase II Study Appendix C - Contingency Lists
601 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitIntersect Power
   Appendix E_Reliability Power Flow Results
CAISO Cluster 14 Phase II Study Appendix E - Reliability Power Flow Results
97 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitIntersect Power
   Appendix G_Reliability Assessment Results
CAISO Cluster 14 Phase II Study Appendix G - Reliability Assessment Results
8 page(s)
  Intersect Power
   Appendix H_Short Circuit Study Results
CAISO Cluster 14 Phase II Study Appendix H - Short Circuit Study Results
66 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitIntersect Power
   Appendix I_Deliverability Assessment Results
CAISO Cluster 14 Phase II Study Appendix I - Deliverability Assessment Results
10 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitIntersect Power
   Appendix K_Interconnection Area Map
CAISO Cluster 14 Phase II Study Appendix K 0 Interconnection Area Map
3 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitIntersect Power
   Attachment 6_Generator Dynamic Data_Q1949
CAISO Cluster 14 Phase II Study Attachment 6 - Generator Dynamic Data
36 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitIntersect Power
   Attachment 8_Preliminary Protection Requirements_Q1949
CAISO Cluster 14 Phase II Study Attachment 8 - Preliminary Protection Requirements
7 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitIntersect Power
   Attachment 9_Transient Stability Contingency List & Results_Q1949
CAISO Cluster 14 Phase II Study Attachment 9 - Transient Stability Contingency List & Results
8 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitIntersect Power
   Attachment 10_Substation and Transmission Line Work Scope_Q1949
CAISO Cluster 14 Phase II Study Attachment 10 - Substation and Transmission Line Work Scope
15 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitIntersect Power
   PG&E South 500 kV Interconnection Area Report
CAISO Cluster 14 Phase II Study PG&E South 500 kV Interconnection Area Report
61 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitIntersect Power
   Appendix J_Energy Storage Charging Reliability Power Flow Results
CAISO Cluster 14 Phase II Study Appendix J -Energy Storage Charging Reliability Power Flow Results
18 page(s)
 CEC/Docket UnitIntersect Power