How New Mexico, the Saudi Arabia of Wind, is Beating Dirty Electricity

How New Mexico, the Saudi Arabia of Wind, is Beating Dirty Electricity

by Karin Kirk, Yale Climate Connections | – Although it’s part of an industry famous for changing slowly, New Mexico’s largest utility has moved quickly to update its electricity supply to cleaner alternatives.  The Public Service Company of New Mexico, or PNM, said it delivered 80% carbon-free electricity in 2025 after investing in solar energy, batteries, and wind. During the daytime, the sun powers fans, air conditioners, and more across the …