Artesia, NM · Eddy County
Xcel

Community Solar for Artesia, NM

Artesia Xcel Energy customers: lower your electric bill with community solar.

Artesia residents on Xcel Energy can subscribe to Solscribe community solar and receive monthly bill credits. No installation, no hassle.

10%

Typical Savings

20%

Income Qualified

58

Enrolled Families

18mi

Nearest Farm

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Artesia · Xcel Energy (SPS)

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Families Served4,175+·
Total Savings Delivered$2.1M+·
kWh Generated48M+·
CO₂ Avoided34,000 tons·
Solar Farms7 Active·
Portfolio Size51 MW·
NM Utilities Served3·
Income Qualified30%+ Reserved·
Families Served4,175+·
Total Savings Delivered$2.1M+·
kWh Generated48M+·
CO₂ Avoided34,000 tons·
Solar Farms7 Active·
Portfolio Size51 MW·
NM Utilities Served3·
Income Qualified30%+ Reserved·

Your Solar Farm

Eddy County Solar

As a Artesia resident, your community solar allocation comes from the Eddy County Solar, located approximately 18 miles from Artesia. This New Mexico solar farm is part of Solscribe's 51 MW portfolio, regulated by the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission under Senate Bill 84 (2021).

Artesia Eligibility Requirements

You receive a Xcel Energy (SPS) (Xcel) electric bill
Your service address is in Eddy County, New Mexico
You are a residential or small commercial customer
No credit check required
Renters and homeowners both qualify
No rooftop panels or installation required

Income-Qualified Households in Artesia

New Mexico law requires that at least 30% of every community solar farm's capacity be reserved for income-qualified households — including an Enhanced Income Qualification tier with a guaranteed 28% minimum allocation. Artesia residents who qualify may save up to 30% on their Xcel electric bill.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Artesia

How does community solar work in Artesia?

Artesia residents who are Xcel Energy (SPS) customers can subscribe to a share of the Eddy County Solar. Each month, the solar energy your share produces is converted into credits that appear directly on your Xcel electric bill — reducing what you owe.

Do I need to own my home in Artesia to enroll?

No. Renters and homeowners in Artesia both qualify. As long as you receive a Xcel electric bill at your Artesia address, you are eligible to subscribe.

How much can I save on my Xcel bill in Artesia?

Most Artesia subscribers save 10% on their monthly electric bill. Income-qualified households save 20%, and Enhanced Income Qualified households may save up to 30%. Based on the average Artesia electric bill of $106/month, that's approximately $11 per month or $132 per year.

Is there a credit check to enroll in Artesia?

No. Solscribe does not require a credit check to enroll. Community solar enrollment in Artesia is open to all eligible Xcel customers regardless of credit history.

Can I cancel my Artesia community solar subscription?

Yes. Solscribe subscriptions can be cancelled at any time without penalty. There are no long-term contracts or cancellation fees.

Artesia Solar Data

City Population12,576
CountyEddy County
Utility ProviderXcel
Avg Monthly Bill$106
Enrolled Families58
Nearest Solar FarmEddy County Solar
Farm Distance18 miles
Est. Annual Savings$132

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