Community Solar for Socorro, NM
Socorro PNM customers: reduce your electric bill without installing panels.
Socorro residents who receive a PNM electric bill can subscribe to Solscribe community solar. Monthly bill credits are applied automatically — no installation, no hassle.
10%
Typical Savings
20%
Income Qualified
39
Enrolled Families
28mi
Nearest Farm
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Socorro · Public Service Company of New Mexico
Income Qualified Household?
Save up to 20% if eligible
$10
Per Month
$120
Per Year
$1,200
10 Years
Based on 10% savings rate · No credit check · Cancel anytime
Your Solar Farm
Valencia Solar
As a Socorro resident, your community solar allocation comes from the Valencia Solar, located approximately 28 miles from Socorro. 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).
Socorro Eligibility Requirements
Income-Qualified Households in Socorro
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. Socorro residents who qualify may save up to 30% on their PNM electric bill.
Check Income QualificationFrequently Asked Questions — Socorro
How does community solar work in Socorro?
Socorro residents who are Public Service Company of New Mexico customers can subscribe to a share of the Valencia Solar. 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 Socorro to enroll?
No. Renters and homeowners in Socorro both qualify. As long as you receive a PNM electric bill at your Socorro address, you are eligible to subscribe.
How much can I save on my PNM bill in Socorro?
Most Socorro 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 Socorro electric bill of $89/month, that's approximately $9 per month or $108 per year.
Is there a credit check to enroll in Socorro?
No. Solscribe does not require a credit check to enroll. Community solar enrollment in Socorro is open to all eligible PNM customers regardless of credit history.
Can I cancel my Socorro 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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