The Florence Planning Commission approved the 400MW Lighthorse Battery Energy Storage Project on June 5, 2025, along with land use changes in the Dobson Farms PUD—reclassifying the site from residential to industrial. The decision follows public concerns over fire safety, zoning impacts, and nearby residential growth.

The Pinal County Board of Supervisors has approved the 159-acre Frontier East Solar project near Maricopa, featuring a 50 MW solar farm and 300 MW battery storage system. Supporters highlight clean energy, tax revenue, and low water use, while the City of Maricopa raises concerns over housing and economic growth priorities.