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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Save up to 20% if eligible
$10
Per Month
$120
Per Year
$1,200
10 Years
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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
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.
Check Income QualificationFrequently 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.
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