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Weaknesses in BLM’s Management of Solar and Wind Rights of Way Applications Creates Risks for Federal Lands

Report Information

Date Issued

September 16, 2025

Report Number

2023-ER-017

Report Type

Audit

Component

Bureau of Land Management

Description

BLM did not comply with Federal and BLM requirements when processing applications for solar and wind renewable energy development on BLM public lands.

Joint Report

Local File

Final Audit Report_Weaknesses in BLMs Management of Solar and Wind Rights of Way Applications Creates Risks for Federal Lands.pdf

Number of Recommendations