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New Mexico Utility Interconnection & net metering rules

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Net Metering AllowedYes
Line Taps AllowedNo
Load Taps AllowedNo

Net metering & export

Net Metering Allowed
Yes
Post Solar Billing Method
Net Metering
Rebates Offered
No

Interconnection & taps

Approval Req To Install
Yes
Line Taps Allowed
No
Load Taps Allowed
No
Automatic Transformer Upgrade Size
0

System size & offset

System Size Battery Included
No
System Size Includes Existing Systems
No
Offset Value
0
Offset Calculation Period
0
Industry Standard Watts Sqft
2

Metering & disconnect

Production Meter Required
No
Production Meter Position
N/A
Production Meter Labeling
N/A
Allowed Meter Adapter
None

Plans & docs

Site Plan Reqs
A site map or sketch needs to clearly show the location of all interconnection equipment, disconnect switches, meters and turbines/panels as well as structures and nearby roads/intersections, utility service pole(s) and utility transformer.
SLD Reqs
A one-line electrical diagram of the facility and its interconnection to the utility system needs to clearly show the electrical components, protective devices, manufacturer model numbers and electrical ratings. Indicate the model number and ratings of turbines/panels, batteries, inverters, fuses, circuit breakers, disconnect switches and meter housings.
Install Reqs
Interconnection customer understands and agrees to abide by the requirements of NMPRC Rule 568 for interconnecting generators sized no larger than 10 kW and using a certified inverter at the point of interconnection with CNMEC. Interconnection customer also agrees to abide by the Terms and Conditions for Interconnecting an Inverter-Based Generating Facility No Larger than 10 kW contained in the New Mexico Interconnection Manual, Exhibit 3A.
Website
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Phone
(575) 483-2421
Compiled from public records, 2026. Tariffs and interconnection rules change; verify with Springer Electric Cooperative before you rely on this. The useful move: if an installer says you need a main panel upgrade, ask how these tap and interconnection policies were considered first.