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The NMPRC is hosting an initial workshop on March 5 to explore potential updates to the Community Solar Rule. With the program evolving over the past two years, this is an opportunity to weigh in on possible changes, including:
•Project selection procedures
•Potential amendments to awarded projects
•Low-income subscriber impacts
•Avoided cost and subsidy issues

When: March 5, 2025, at 10 AM
Where: Bokum Building, Santa Fe & Online (YouTube)

Public comments are encouraged—sign up details in the full release.

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Public Comment Hearing in Farmington

The NMPRC will hold a public comment hearing on Monday, March 3, in Farmington regarding PNM’s proposed resource additions to meet growing energy demand by summer 2028.

What’s at stake?
PNM seeks approval for:
•100 MW solar & 30 MW battery storage in Shiprock
•167 MW natural gas capacity extension in Belen
•Two 150 MW battery storage projects in Bernalillo County

Attend in person at 800 Municipal Drive, Farmington, NM or watch online via NMPRC’s YouTube channel.


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Exciting News! New Mexico’s Community Solar Program is making progress as four projects officially break ground.

Construction is now underway in Otero, Curry, and Valencia counties, bringing renewable energy access to more New Mexicans, including renters, small businesses, and low-income households. These projects are a key step in expanding solar energy for those who cannot or choose not to install panels on their own property.

• 47 total projects are planned across New Mexico
• 200 megawatts of clean energy in the pipeline
• At least 30 percent of energy reserved for low-income subscribers

Together, we’re making solar power more accessible and sustainable.

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The NMPRC is hosting an informational workshop with New Mexico’s investor-owned utilities to ensure they are prepared for new service connection requests—a critical step in supporting electrification and economic development across the state.

📅 When: Thursday, February 13, 2025 | 10:00 AM MST
📍 Where: NMPRC Hearing Room (Bokum Building, Santa Fe) & Live on YouTube
⚡ Who’s Attending: NMPRC, Public Service Company of New Mexico, El Paso Electric, and Southwestern Public Service Company
🗣 Public Comment: Email [email protected] by 5 PM the day before the workshop to sign up for Zoom comments. In-person speakers do not need to sign up in advance.

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