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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.


NM senator Mimi Stewart: 'Clear Horizons Act' aims for 45% emissions reduction by 2030
Energy

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
Energy

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
Energy

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
Energy

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
Energy

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
Energy

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
Energy

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
Energy

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
Energy

Today, the Domestic Energy Producers' Alliance (DEPA) criticized a report by the Department of Energy (DOE) regarding the impact of U.S. LNG exports.


New Mexico advances environmental initiatives amid regulatory changes
Energy

The New Mexico Construction Industries Commission has adopted the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code, which requires new buildings to include infrastructure for electric vehicle charging.


Dr. Noah Kaufman discusses resilient energy economies research at UNM event
Energy

On December 10, 2024, Dr. Noah Kaufman, co-chair of the Resilient Energy Economies Initiative, delivered a lecture hosted by the University of New Mexico's Just Transition Grand Challenge.


New Mexico Supreme Court upholds energy planning rule for electric utilities
Energy

The New Mexico Supreme Court has upheld a regulatory rule requiring electric utilities to expand their planning for current and future energy needs.


U.S. sees significant drop in methane emissions despite record energy production
Energy

Methane emissions from the United States' leading oil and gas-producing regions have decreased by 44 percent since 2011, according to data from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).