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Premier American Uranium completes acquisition of Nuclear Fuels
Energy

Premier American Uranium Inc. has finalized its acquisition of Nuclear Fuels Inc., as announced on September 16, 2025.

TXNM Energy shareholders approve acquisition by Blackstone Infrastructure
Energy

TXNM Energy shareholders have approved a deal for Blackstone Infrastructure to acquire the company.

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AI technology aims to protect electric grid from threats
Energy

Sandia National Laboratories has developed a neural network AI designed to enhance the security of the electric grid.


OPINION: Green Energy’s Empty Promises vs. New Mexico’s Real Energy Heroes
Energy

On the morning of September 3 at 7 a.m., New Mexicans had the benefit of electricity—lights on, coffee brewing, businesses opening—just like any other day.


Rep. Dow: 'The flow management of the Rio Grande is a disaster'
Energy

Rebecca Dow, a house representative of New Mexico, has emphasized the need for dredging, vegetation management, replanting, and coordinated water planning to address sedimentation and erosion in the Rio Grande.


Rep. Lord on AI in agriculture: 'Technology is not here to replace our ranchers and farmers but to support them'
Energy

Stefani Lord, a House representative from New Mexico, has said that artificial intelligence (AI) should be used to enhance rather than replace traditional agriculture, with an emphasis on sustainability and community benefits.


Sen. Block: 'The economy is strong but could be stronger with interest rate cuts'
Energy

Jay Block, Senator of New Mexico, said that the recent decline in U.S. inflation indicates economic strength but emphasized the necessity for further interest rate cuts to enhance conditions.


Sen. Block on gas prices: 'When energy prices drop, prices drop for consumers'
Energy

Jay Block, a Senator from New Mexico, said that President Trump's energy policies have led to lower gas prices and benefited Americans.


Former Mayor Miyagashima on geothermal-powered desalination: 'I want to capture that steam that's down there and turn that into power'
Energy

Ken Miyagashima, former Mayor of Las Cruces, has articulated a vision for utilizing geothermal energy to power desalination plants.


Rep. Dow: Gas prices are 'dropping in red states' but rising in blue states
Energy

Rebecca Dow, a House Representative from New Mexico, said that Republican-led states are experiencing declining gas prices while cautioning that Democrats might implement higher fuel taxes.


Founder of League of American Workers: 'Wind simply cannot function as a sole or even a primary power source'
Energy

Steve Cortes, founder of the League of American Workers, said that wind energy is not viable as a major power source and endorsed natural gas instead.


President of League of American Workers: Windmills are 'bad for the environment, especially animals'
Energy

Steve Cortes, president and founder of the League of American Workers, said that wind energy projects harm wildlife and waste resources for political gain.


State Sen. Townsend: Wind energy 'is very expensive and inefficient as a supply'
Energy

Jim Townsend, a State Senator from New Mexico, has expressed skepticism about wind energy, labeling it as inefficient and costly.


Sen. Townsend on renewable energy subsidies: 'Companies have become welfare recipients to taxpayer dollars'
Energy

Jim Townsend, a New Mexico State Senator, expressed concerns on X regarding renewable energy companies benefiting from taxpayer subsidies while delivering what he described as inefficient and costly energy.


State Sen. Thornton: 'I was hoping New Mexico would lead the charge' on a Bitcoin Reserve
Energy

Ant Thornton, the state senator for New Mexico District 19, said that New Hampshire's establishment of a bitcoin reserve sets a precedent that other states, including New Mexico, are likely to follow.


NMBC CEO on HB 91 utility rate bill: 'Rate structures will push thousands of New Mexicans who are just above the poverty line'
Energy

Carla Sonntag, President and CEO of the New Mexico Business Coalition (NMBC), expressed concerns regarding House Bill 91 (HB 91) Public Utility Rate Structures.


New Mexico Senate passes bill to support state agency climate initiatives
Energy

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
Energy

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.


Senate Republicans oppose $340 million environmental fund in New Mexico
Energy

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'
Energy

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.