Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council
Provides "one-stop" siting process for major energy families in the State of Washington. It also coordinates all evaluation and licensing steps for siting certain energy facilities in Washington, and develops terms and conditions for constructing and operating sites. EFSEC also manages an environmental and safety oversight program of facility and site operations to adopt, promulgate, and amend suitable rules and regulations, pursuant to applicable law.
Board Website
Policy Area
Climate and Energy
Governor Appointments
1
Total Board Positions
6
Public Disclosure Required?
Yes
Senate Confirmation Required?
Yes
Compensation
Salaried
Term Length (years) 4
Statutory Term Limits
Board Requirements
Governor appoints the chair who serves a term concurrent with the Governor.