News from January 2020
New Mexico's Environment Day focuses on advocacy against fracking wastewater leaks
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 27, 2020
Penny Aucoin, a resident affected by a recent fracking wastewater leak outside Carlsbad, will address attendees at a rally during Environment Day at the New Mexico Capitol.
New Mexicans urge PRC for full shift to renewables over San Juan coal
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 22, 2020
On January 21, 2020, members of the Public Regulation Commission (PRC) listened to comments from numerous New Mexicans advocating for a complete transition from San Juan coal electricity to renewable energy sources.
Xcel agrees to retire Tolk power plant by 2032 under new rate case agreement
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 21, 2020
Yesterday, the Sierra Club entered into an uncontested comprehensive agreement in a proceeding before the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission.
Escalante coal plant set to close as Tri-State announces retirement plans
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 21, 2020
Tri-State Generation and Transmission has announced the closure of the Escalante coal-fired power plant located in McKinley County.
Oil Conservation Commission adopts rules to enforce penalties on oil and gas industry
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 16, 2020
Community leaders in New Mexico have expressed approval for the recent decision by the Oil Conservation Commission to implement new enforcement rules aimed at protecting the state's air and water resources from oil and gas pollution.
