National Solar Capacity Ranking: 17th
Data Current Through: Q2 2024
Solar is an important and growing part of New Mexico’s clean energy economy, harnessing the state’s ample sunlight to generate clean electricity and create new jobs. Recent manufacturing investments and solar projects reflect the positive environment for solar and storage market growth.
New Mexico Policy Priorities:
New Mexico
2,824
17th
20th
662,022 homes
10.20%
2,099
87 (17 Manufacturers, 46 Installers/Developers, 24 Others)
$4.5 billion
43% over the last 10 years
5591 MW over the next 5 years (ranks 12th)
57,004
DSIRE Incentives Database – New Mexico – Search a public clearinghouse for specific solar energy incentives in New Mexico and across the United States
New Mexico Public Regulation Commission – Learn about the governing body that regulates the electricity rates and services of New Mexico public utilities
New Mexico Solar Panels Overview – Learn about the history of solar policy in New Mexico, along with up-to-date pricing information on EnergySage
New Mexico State Legislature – Track pending legislation affecting solar energy, locate and contact individual legislators, and stay up to date on current legislative issues in New Mexico
Solar Panel Cost in New Mexico – Learn about the history of solar policy in New Mexico, along with up-to-date pricing information on EnergySage
Solar Rebates & Incentives in New Mexico – Check out EnergySage’s list of key solar incentives in New Mexico to see what programs you can benefit from
State Affiliate: Renewable Energy Industries Association – New Mexico
U.S. Energy Information Administration – New Mexico State Profile – Explore official energy statistics, including data on electricity supply and demand, from the U.S. government
In addition to a state law prohibiting deceptive practices and establishing rules for telephone sales, New Mexico has instituted solar-specific consumer protections in N.M.S. 1978, § 57-31-1 et seq. Solar companies must include a disclosure form published by the NM Attorney General’s office. Additionally, PPA or lease payments cannot begin until the system is interconnected and within 30 days of installation, the contractor must provide proof that permits were obtained and all required inspections passed.
Any marketing or sales presentations that include a savings estimate must provide the underlying assumptions and calculations and a disclaimer about the use of historical information, if applicable.