Energy

New Mexico Consortium Celebrates 20 Years Of Collaborative Success

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New Mexico Consortium marked its 20th anniversary May 1 at Sandia Resort. Courtesy/NMC

NMC News:

The New Mexico Consortium (NMC) marked its 20th anniversary on Friday, May 1, with a celebratory evening at Sandia Resort, bringing together leaders in science, research, and the local community to honor two decades of collaboration and achievement.

The event, held from 5-9 p.m., was attended by all living NMC CEOs, all current members of the NMC Board of Directors, and many former Board members. Also in attendance were members of the upper administration from New Mexico Tech (NMT), New Mexico Read More

LAHS Students Earn Spots At Week-long Youth Rally In Idaho

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LAHS Sophomore Mackenzie Adams. Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

Two Los Alamos High School students will head to Idaho this summer to build leadership skills, make new friends, and explore the future of energy—thanks to a regional youth rally scholarship opportunity sponsored by the Utah Associated Municipal Power Systems (UAMPS) and offered locally through the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU).

Sophomore Mackenzie Adams and Junior Beau Ward were selected for the opportunity following an essay contest on the theme “Consumer-Owned Utilities: Why Having a Diverse Power Portfolio Read More

Dermody: Rooftop Solar Remains Pragmatic Solution For Rising Energy Costs

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By CONNOR DERMODY
Clean Earth Consultants

As Spring begins, this is one of the more prominent times of the year where I experience an uptick in consultations for photovoltaic (PV) designs. Since I started working with homeowners in Los Alamos County four years ago, I have experienced quite a bit of change, from available incentives to how clients will be compensated for energy shared with the utility grid. Despite the ebbs and flows, I remain confident that the conscientious switch to rooftop solar is a sound solution for your current and ongoing energy needs.

Here are a few reasons why I believe Read More

Citizens Asked To Bring Ideas To Final Comprehensive Energy Transition Strategy Forum April 22

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EMNRD News:

SANTA FE — Interested citizens have one more chance to share their thoughts on how New Mexico should move toward a clean energy future at the final Public Policy Forum on the state’s first Comprehensive Energy Transition Strategy at the Capitol Building in Santa Fe on April 22.

The Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department organized seven forums around the state to focus on how specific regions can contribute to, and benefit from, New Mexico’s transition to a cleaner energy economy. The Santa Fe forum will focus on the type of data that various entities need to collect and share Read More

New Mexico Environment Department Watch Alert: 153 Enforcement Actions Initiated; 69 Resolved In March 2026

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NMED News:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) is highlighting the ongoing success of its Enforcement Watch initiative, a transparency-focused program that provides the public with consistent and timely information about the Department’s enforcement actions across environmental protection, public health, and worker safety programs.

By making enforcement data accessible, Enforcement Watch reinforces NMED’s commitment to New Mexico residents for accountability and regulatory compliance statewide.

Launched in May 2023, Enforcement Watch shares monthly Read More

County Board Of Public Utilities To Meet April 15

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COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos County Board of Public Utilities will hold a regular meeting at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, April 15, in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave.

Members of the public may view proceedings online or attend and provide public comment in person or via Zoom.

The agenda has been published and the complete packet is available here.

To watch BPU meetings, click here. Read More

New Mexico Gas Company Shares Critical Reminder To Homeowners … Always Call 811 Before Digging!

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NMGC News:

ALBUQUERQUE — New Mexico Gas Company (NMGC) reminds customers to call 811 before starting any digging projects. Accidentally striking a natural gas line creates a dangerous condition for homeowners, neighbors and first responders.

Consider the potential presence of underground utilities inches below the surface when planning jobs like planting trees or bushes, pulling stumps, installing fence posts, working on irrigation systems or any other projects that require digging.

“Calling 811 to get utility lines marked before any digging project protects families, neighbors Read More

Currier: New Mexico Energy—Proud to Be Here, Ready to Be Seen

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By MISSI CURRIER
President & CEO
New Mexico Oil and Gas Association

I grew up in Carlsbad, New Mexico. I went away for college, but I came back as quickly as I could. Coming home was always the goal, and I’m proud to be back. I love this state. I love its people, its landscape, and its stubborn independence. The oil and gas industry I represent is made up of people just like me: New Mexicans who were born here, who raised families here, who chose to build their lives and their livelihoods here.

So, I’ll confess that reading about Texas House Speaker Dustin Burrows entertaining the idea of expanding Read More