The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has received an application from Overnight Solar, LLC for a permit that would allow the incidental take of the threatened desert tortoise during the development of a solar energy project in San Bernardino County, California. This permit is required under the Endangered Species Act since the project could impact the tortoises’ habitat. To offset potential impacts, the company plans to relocate the tortoises and support habitat preservation efforts. The public is invited to comment on the draft habitat conservation plan and environmental assessment by February 20, 2025.
Simple Explanation
Overnight Solar wants to build a solar project in California, but that might affect some desert tortoises living there. They promise to help the tortoises by moving them to a safe place and plan to take care of their habitat, but they need permission first, and people can give their opinions on this plan.