Community Solar for Bernalillo, NM
Bernalillo PNM customers: lower your electric bill without installing a single panel.
Bernalillo residents who receive a PNM electric bill are eligible for Solscribe community solar. Subscribe to a share of a nearby New Mexico solar farm and watch your monthly bill drop.
10%
Typical Savings
20%
Income Qualified
48
Enrolled Families
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Bernalillo · Public Service Company of New Mexico
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$10
Per Month
$120
Per Year
$1,200
10 Years
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Your Solar Farm
Rio Grande Solar I
As a Bernalillo resident, your community solar allocation comes from the Rio Grande Solar I, located approximately 10 miles from Bernalillo. 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).
Bernalillo Eligibility Requirements
Income-Qualified Households in Bernalillo
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. Bernalillo residents who qualify may save up to 30% on their PNM electric bill.
Check Income QualificationFrequently Asked Questions — Bernalillo
How does community solar work in Bernalillo?
Bernalillo residents who are Public Service Company of New Mexico customers can subscribe to a share of the Rio Grande Solar I. Each month, the solar energy your share produces is converted into credits that appear directly on your PNM electric bill — reducing what you owe.
Do I need to own my home in Bernalillo to enroll?
No. Renters and homeowners in Bernalillo both qualify. As long as you receive a PNM electric bill at your Bernalillo address, you are eligible to subscribe.
How much can I save on my PNM bill in Bernalillo?
Most Bernalillo 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 Bernalillo electric bill of $95/month, that's approximately $10 per month or $120 per year.
Is there a credit check to enroll in Bernalillo?
No. Solscribe does not require a credit check to enroll. Community solar enrollment in Bernalillo is open to all eligible PNM customers regardless of credit history.
Can I cancel my Bernalillo 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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