More Solar Savings for Income Qualified New Mexico Families
New Mexico law reserves a significant share of every community solar farm for income-qualified households — including an Enhanced Income Qualification tier with the deepest savings available. If you qualify, you could save 20–30%+ on your monthly electric bill.
30%
Minimum Capacity Reserved for Income Qualified
28%
Minimum Reserved for Enhanced IQ
30%+
Enhanced IQ Max Savings
Ever
No Credit Check Required
Savings Tiers
Two Levels of Income Qualified Savings
New Mexico's community solar program offers two distinct income-qualified tiers, each with guaranteed capacity reserved by state law.
Income Qualified
Households that meet income eligibility guidelines receive an enhanced discount rate on their community solar subscription — above the standard 10% savings.
Requirements
Enhanced Income Qualification
The Enhanced Income Qualification tier provides the deepest savings available under New Mexico's community solar program. A minimum 28% of each farm's total capacity is reserved exclusively for Enhanced IQ subscribers.
Requirements
Qualifying Programs
Do You Participate in Any of These Programs?
If you or anyone in your household participates in any of the following assistance programs, you likely qualify for Income Qualified community solar savings. Enrollment in these programs is one of the fastest ways to verify eligibility.
Protected by New Mexico Law
New Mexico's Community Solar Act (Senate Bill 84, 2021) legally mandates that income-qualified households have access to community solar savings. The Public Regulation Commission enforces these requirements, ensuring that capacity is always available for qualifying families — it cannot be sold away to standard subscribers.
Ready to Find Out If You Qualify?
Solscribe's enrollment team will walk you through eligibility verification. The process takes just a few minutes and there is no cost or obligation.
Check My Eligibility — FreeIncome Qualified — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Income Qualified and Enhanced Income Qualification?
Both tiers provide savings above the standard 10% rate. Income Qualified (IQ) is for households at or below 80% AMI and typically saves 20% or more. Enhanced Income Qualification (Enhanced IQ) is for households at or below 60% AMI and provides the deepest discounts — up to 30% or more. New Mexico law reserves a minimum 28% of each solar farm's capacity exclusively for Enhanced IQ subscribers.
How does the 28% minimum allocation work?
Under New Mexico's Community Solar Act, each solar farm in the Solscribe portfolio must reserve at least 28% of its total capacity for Enhanced Income Qualified subscribers. This is a legal requirement enforced by the Public Regulation Commission — it cannot be waived or sold to standard subscribers. This means Enhanced IQ capacity is always available, even when standard capacity is waitlisted.
Do I need to re-qualify every year?
Solscribe conducts periodic eligibility reviews. If you remain enrolled in a qualifying assistance program or your income remains within the eligible range, your Income Qualified or Enhanced IQ status is maintained. You will be notified if re-verification is required.
Can renters qualify for Income Qualified community solar?
Yes. Renters are fully eligible for both the Income Qualified and Enhanced Income Qualification tiers. You do not need to own your home. As long as you receive a qualifying utility bill at your New Mexico address and meet the income or program participation requirements, you qualify.
What documentation do I need to provide?
For Income Qualified enrollment, you will typically need to provide proof of participation in a qualifying assistance program (such as a SNAP award letter or Medicaid card) or documentation of household income. Solscribe's enrollment team will guide you through the verification process.
Income Qualified Capacity Is Waiting for You
New Mexico law guarantees your access. Enrollment is free, takes 3 minutes, and requires no credit check.