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Solar Power Potential in Southeast New Mexico

Solar Power Project Opportunities Abound in the Region

The WIPP site is receives abundant solar energy with 6-7 kWh/sq meter power production potential

 As the accompanying map of New Mexico shows, the WIPP site enjoys abundant year-round sunshine.  With an average solar power production potential of 6-7 kWh/sq meter per day, one exciting project being studied for location at WIPP is a 30-50 MW Solar Power Tower:
Find out more about power towers and the prospects for constructing one near WIPP

click to find out more about prospects for a solar power tower at WIPP

The American Solar Energy Society (ASES) is is a national trade association promoting solar energy as a clean source of electricity, and provides a comprehensive resource for additional information.
DOE's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy is also a comprehensive resource for more information on renewable energy.

DOE's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EREN)