Santa Fe County orders phased study on creating a public electric utility after extended debate After hours of public comment and debate, the Santa Fe County Board of County Commissioners voted 4–1 to direct the county manager to commission a phased feasibility study into options for a publicly owned electric utility, including an initial 90‑day pre‑feasibility scan and a later full feasibility phase.

Santa Fe County is taking a bold step towards exploring a publicly owned electric utility, but what does this mean for the community and existing service providers?

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New Mexico debates AES solar battery project amid environmental and energy storage concerns New Mexico considers solar and battery project to combat fossil fuel reliance and environmental harm.

Santa Fe County is at a crucial crossroads as the Planning Commission debates a transformative solar and battery project that could redefine the region's energy future amidst rising environmental concerns.

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