Community Solar for Hobbs, NM
Hobbs Xcel Energy customers: save 10–20% on your electric bill with community solar.
Hobbs residents who receive an Xcel Energy (SPS) electric bill can subscribe to Solscribe community solar. The Lea County Solar farm is just 11 miles away and already serving nearly 200 Hobbs families.
10%
Typical Savings
20%
Income Qualified
189
Enrolled Families
11mi
Nearest Farm
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Hobbs · Xcel Energy (SPS)
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$10
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$120
Per Year
$1,200
10 Years
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Your Solar Farm
Lea County Solar
As a Hobbs resident, your community solar allocation comes from the Lea County Solar, located approximately 11 miles from Hobbs. 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).
Hobbs Eligibility Requirements
Income-Qualified Households in Hobbs
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. Hobbs residents who qualify may save up to 30% on their Xcel electric bill.
Check Income QualificationFrequently Asked Questions — Hobbs
How does community solar work in Hobbs?
Hobbs residents who are Xcel Energy (SPS) customers can subscribe to a share of the Lea 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 Hobbs to enroll?
No. Renters and homeowners in Hobbs both qualify. As long as you receive a Xcel electric bill at your Hobbs address, you are eligible to subscribe.
How much can I save on my Xcel bill in Hobbs?
Most Hobbs 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 Hobbs electric bill of $107/month, that's approximately $11 per month or $132 per year.
Is there a credit check to enroll in Hobbs?
No. Solscribe does not require a credit check to enroll. Community solar enrollment in Hobbs is open to all eligible Xcel customers regardless of credit history.
Can I cancel my Hobbs 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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