Renewable Energy
The Middle Rio Grande region offers strong opportunities for renewable energy production.
With access to 2 national forests, approximately 290 days of sunshine per year, and average wind speeds in the 18-20 mile/hour range, the region is very well suited for the green energy revolution.
Existing Businesses/Programs in the Region
K&B Timberworks – Reserve, NM: (575) 533-6094
Alamo Natural Resources Program: (575) 854-2635 X1326
Solaro Energy, Inc.: solaroenergy.com, (575) 838-3813
Incentives & Other Resources Available
Wood Innovations Grant Program
Buck Sanchez
Collaboration Forest Restoration Program
Walter Dunn
New Mexico Solar Energy Association
- nmsolar.org (see section on RE incentives and tax credits)
New Mexico Energy Conservation and Management Division
New Mexico Renewable Energy Industry Association
USDA – Rural Development
US Department of Energy- NM Guide to Solar Financing
New Mexico Environmental Department
New Mexico Energy Roadmap Project
Energy & Natural Resources
- Advanced Energy Deduction & Advanced Energy Tax Credit
- Alternative Energy Product Manufacturer’s Tax Credit
- Biodiesel Blending Facility Tax Credit
- Biomass-Related Equipment & Material Deduction
- Renewable Energy Production Tax Credit
Descriptions of each incentive is available on the Economic Development New Mexico website.