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New Mexico Senate passes bill to support state agency climate initiatives
The New Mexico Senate passed a bill aimed at equipping state agencies with the necessary tools to address climate change.
Power The Future announces New Mexico Delegation votes to keep natural gas tax
Power The Future announced that New Mexico’s congressional delegation voted to uphold President Biden’s natural gas tax, despite both the U.S. House and Senate voting to repeal it.
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Senate Republicans oppose $340 million environmental fund in New Mexico
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 27, 2025
Santa Fe, NM — Senate Republicans voiced strong opposition to Senate Bill 48 during a lengthy debate on its final passage in the Senate Chamber.
State Sen. Scott on environmental spending bill: '$340 million to pursue their unachievable green agenda'
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 26, 2025
New Mexico State Senator Larry Scott (R-Hobbs) expressed concerns over Senate Bill 48, which he claimed recklessly allocates $340 million in taxpayer funds toward environmental initiatives targeting the oil and gas industry.
PNM advises preparation for possible power shutoffs during wildfire season
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 20, 2025
With the approach of spring, PNM is advising customers in high fire-risk areas to prepare for potential Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) due to extreme weather conditions.
OPINION: Dying of Thirst in an Energy Desert
By Larry Scott | Feb 1, 2025
There is an old saying in New Mexico that ‘Water is Life’ and it is true that without this precious substance, existence in the desert southwest would not be possible.
OPINION: The Dark Side of Solar
By Robert Witsenhausen | Jan 30, 2025
It was truly shocking to watch entire cities in California burn to the ground through a combination of predictable Santa Ana winds, incompetence and misguided environmental policies.
New Mexico legislature considers three major climate bills
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 28, 2025
The New Mexico Legislature is currently reviewing three significant climate bills aimed at addressing environmental challenges and fostering economic innovation.
Governor outlines priorities including climate action at legislative session
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 27, 2025
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham delivered her State of the State Address at the beginning of the 57th Regular Legislative Session, where she outlined her priorities for the coming term.
New Mexico legislators urged to back new environmental bills tackling climate change
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 27, 2025
A coalition of environmental, social justice, and conservation advocates from 25 organizations across New Mexico has shown strong support for a series of bills proposed by Senate Pro Tem Mimi Stewart.
Leadership Albuquerque explores energy roles at Kirtland Air Force Base
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 25, 2025
Leadership Albuquerque participants visited Kirtland Air Force Base on January 15 to explore the intersection of energy and national defense.
NM senator Mimi Stewart: 'Clear Horizons Act' aims for 45% emissions reduction by 2030
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 24, 2025
New Mexico state Senator Mimi Stewart introduced the Clear Horizons Act, a comprehensive climate bill aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 45% by 2030 and achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
Oil and gas tax revenue supports New Mexico public schools
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 23, 2025
The oil and gas industry has contributed over $279 million in taxes to New Mexico public schools in fiscal year 2024.
Permian Basin sees significant drop in methane emissions
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 22, 2025
The analysis by S&P Global Commodity Insights has highlighted a notable reduction in methane emissions from oil and gas operations in the Permian Basin.
New Mexico Supreme Court upholds community solar program rules against utility challenges
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 20, 2025
The New Mexico Supreme Court has upheld regulations allowing electric utility customers to purchase power from community solar projects.
Franklin Mountain Energy honored for dark sky preservation efforts
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 14, 2025
The New Mexico Oil and Gas Association (NMOGA) participated in the Dark for the Park Alliance's Recognition Celebration on January 9th.
Kaufman discusses resilient energy economies at UNM lecture
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 8, 2025
The University of New Mexico's Just Transition Grand Challenge recently hosted Dr. Noah Kaufman for a lecture as part of its speaker series. Dr. Kaufman is the co-chair of the Resilient Energy Economies Initiative, which funds research projects to...
Franklin Mountain Energy receives first-ever global DarkSky certification for oil and gas sites
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 8, 2025
DarkSky International has awarded the DarkSky Certification to three Franklin Mountain Energy (FME) sites in Lea County, New Mexico.
Oil and natural gas industry's impact on New Mexico's economy
By New Mexico Sun | Dec 27, 2024
The oil and natural gas industry plays a significant role in New Mexico's economy, providing energy resources and supporting various sectors.
DEPA criticizes DOE's LNG export report citing debunked myths
By New Mexico Sun | Dec 19, 2024
Today, the Domestic Energy Producers' Alliance (DEPA) criticized a report by the Department of Energy (DOE) regarding the impact of U.S. LNG exports.
