Rob Black, Cabinet Secretary-Designate | New Mexico Economic Development Department
New Mexico has introduced a new Science & Technology Roadmap aimed at transforming its research capabilities into economic growth and job creation. The roadmap, developed by the Economic Development Department’s Technology and Innovation Office in collaboration with TEConomy Partners, identifies key technology sectors where the state has competitive advantages.
The roadmap highlights three main opportunity areas: quantum technologies, advanced energy technologies, and aerospace and defense systems. It also points to emerging prospects in biosciences and technologies related to agriculture and water. These sectors are supported by major research institutions such as Los Alamos National Laboratory, Sandia National Laboratories, the Air Force Research Laboratory, and New Mexico’s research universities.
“This is about translating world-class science into world-class jobs,” said EDD Cabinet Secretary Rob Black. “New Mexico has the research talent. This roadmap shows how we turn that into economic opportunity for families across the state.”
To implement its strategy, the roadmap sets out three priority actions.
“The roadmap validates that we are on the right track to grow science and tech industries in New Mexico,” said Nora Meyers Sackett, director for the Technology and Innovation Office. “By focusing our investments, connecting our innovators, and unlocking capital, New Mexico can lead in industries that define the future.”
The state is already seeing activity in these fields. Companies like Quantinuum, QuEra, and Qunnect are establishing operations in quantum technology within New Mexico. Pacific Fusion is investing $1 billion to build a research and manufacturing campus focused on advanced energy. In aerospace and defense, firms such as Castelion are expanding their presence in New Mexico while local companies secure federal contracts.
The Science & Technology Roadmap builds on initiatives outlined in the EDD State Plan.
