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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.

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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.


PNM advises preparation for possible power shutoffs during wildfire season
Energy

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
Energy

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
Energy

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
Energy

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
Energy

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
Energy

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
Energy

Leadership Albuquerque participants visited Kirtland Air Force Base on January 15 to explore the intersection of energy and national defense.