Kit Carson Electric Cooperative has partnered with Nuvve New Mexico to deploy battery energy storage systems in northern New Mexico, providing peak load mitigation, grid resiliency, and market participation. This Battery-as-a-Service model allows KCEC to access grid infrastructure without upfront capital investment, supporting healthcare operations and enhancing community services. Nuvve's technology turns batteries, electric vehicles, and buildings into grid resources, enabling bidirectional charging and load optimization for a more resilient and sustainable grid. The collaboration aims to explore future opportunities for grid modernization and advance flexible energy solutions globally.
Tag: New Mexico
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Native American Heritage Month: how Tribal Communities are leading the clean energy transition
The Zuni Youth Enrichment Project in New Mexico has installed a 27-kilowatt solar array at their youth center with support from Everybody Solar, generating over 48,000 kilowatt hours of electricity annually to offset energy use and reduce carbon emissions. This clean energy project allows the organization to redirect energy savings towards expanding cultural education and wellness initiatives for Zuni youth and families, while also fostering community connections and sustainable futures. Tribal Nations, including ZYEP, are reclaiming control over their energy futures to reduce energy burden, insulate themselves from price volatility, and keep more dollars in the local economy, showcasing local leadership and energy sovereignty in action. Native communities are leading the way toward sustainability by investing in clean energy, strengthening cultural identity, expanding opportunity, and ensuring a livable planet for future generations.