Jal, NM · Lea County
Xcel

Community Solar for Jal, NM

Jal Xcel Energy customers: save on your electric bill with community solar.

Jal residents who receive an Xcel Energy bill can subscribe to Solscribe community solar and receive monthly credits. No installation required.

10%

Typical Savings

20%

Income Qualified

10

Enrolled Families

28mi

Nearest Farm

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Jal · Xcel Energy (SPS)

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Income Qualified Household?

Save up to 20% if eligible

$10

Per Month

$120

Per Year

$1,200

10 Years

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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

Lea County Solar

As a Jal resident, your community solar allocation comes from the Lea County Solar, located approximately 28 miles from Jal. 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).

Jal Eligibility Requirements

You receive a Xcel Energy (SPS) (Xcel) electric bill
Your service address is in Lea 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 Jal

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. Jal residents who qualify may save up to 30% on their Xcel electric bill.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Jal

How does community solar work in Jal?

Jal 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 Jal to enroll?

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

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

Most Jal 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 Jal electric bill of $103/month, that's approximately $10 per month or $120 per year.

Is there a credit check to enroll in Jal?

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

Can I cancel my Jal community solar subscription?

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

Jal Solar Data

City Population2,074
CountyLea County
Utility ProviderXcel
Avg Monthly Bill$103
Enrolled Families10
Nearest Solar FarmLea County Solar
Farm Distance28 miles
Est. Annual Savings$120

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