Community Solar for Rio Rancho, NM
Rio Rancho PNM customers: save 10–20% on your electric bill starting next month.
Rio Rancho is one of New Mexico's fastest-growing cities — and one of the best opportunities for community solar savings. As a PNM customer in Sandoval County, you're just minutes from a Solscribe solar farm.
10%
Typical Savings
20%
Income Qualified
512
Enrolled Families
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Rio Rancho · Public Service Company of New Mexico
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$10
Per Month
$120
Per Year
$1,200
10 Years
Based on 10% savings rate · No credit check · Cancel anytime
Your Solar Farm
Rio Grande Solar I
As a Rio Rancho resident, your community solar allocation comes from the Rio Grande Solar I, located approximately 8 miles from Rio Rancho. 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).
Rio Rancho Eligibility Requirements
Income-Qualified Households in Rio Rancho
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. Rio Rancho residents who qualify may save up to 30% on their PNM electric bill.
Check Income QualificationFrequently Asked Questions — Rio Rancho
How does community solar work in Rio Rancho?
Rio Rancho 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 Rio Rancho to enroll?
No. Renters and homeowners in Rio Rancho both qualify. As long as you receive a PNM electric bill at your Rio Rancho address, you are eligible to subscribe.
How much can I save on my PNM bill in Rio Rancho?
Most Rio Rancho 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 Rio Rancho electric bill of $102/month, that's approximately $10 per month or $120 per year.
Is there a credit check to enroll in Rio Rancho?
No. Solscribe does not require a credit check to enroll. Community solar enrollment in Rio Rancho is open to all eligible PNM customers regardless of credit history.
Can I cancel my Rio Rancho 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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