Commission Final Decision - Sherco Solar Project

Based on careful consideration of the record, as well as the site permit and route permit criteria
contained in Minn. R. 7850.4100 and Minn. Stat. § 216E.03, the Commission concludes that all
procedural requirements have been met and that the project, subject to the conditions in the
attached site and route permits, is consistent with state goals to conserve resources, minimize
environmental impacts, minimize human settlement and other land use conflicts, and ensure the
state’s electric energy security through efficient, cost-effective power supply and electric
transmission infrastructure.