NEW MEXICO ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

Utility Pre-deployment under SB170 - Public Comments

Comments must be submitted no later than November 4, 2025. All input will be reviewed and made publicly available.

Mesa Del Sol

PNM submitted its application for economic development certification to NM EDD seeking certification of the Mesa del Sol Project as an economic development project. The application includes a request for an accounting order related to the installation of a second 115–12.47 kV transformer and switchgear at the existing Studio substation in the Mesa del Sol area of Albuquerque. The application also proposes upgrades to the existing 115 kV transmission line and the construction of a new three-breaker ring substation to provide looped transmission service through the area.

345 kV Transmission

PNM submitted its application for economic development certification to NM EDD seeking certification of the 345 kV Transmission Project as an economic development project. A significant portion of the application outlined generation, transmission, and distribution assets across multiple regions.

Westpointe 40

PNM submitted its application for economic development certification to NM EDD seeking certification of the Westpointe 40 Project as an economic development project. The application includes a request for an accounting order related to the construction of a 115 kV substation to serve the Westpointe 40 business park and surrounding area.

Mesa del Sol Public Comment Form
PNM Public Comment Form
Westpointe Public Comment Form