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SEC - Sierra Electric Cooperative

New Mexico Utility Interconnection & net metering rules
Net Metering Allowed1
NEM TypeMonthly
Line Taps Allowed0
Load Taps Allowed0
AC Disconnect RequiredYes

Net metering & export

Net Metering Allowed
1
NEM Type
Monthly
TOU Utility
0
Post Solar Billing Method
Net Metering
Net Excess Generation Notes

The net energy delivered from producer to Sierra Electric Cooperative shall be purchased by Sierra Electric Cooperative at Sierra Electric Cooperative's applicable time-of-use or single period energy rate, as described in Subsection B of 17.9.570.11 NMAC, and filed with the NMPRC. Producer shall be billed for all net energy delivered from Sierra Electric Cooperative in accordance with the tariff that is applicable to the producer absent the QF generation.

Rebates Offered
0
Deregulated
0
Allows Standby
0

Interconnection & taps

Approval Req To Install
Yes
Interconnection Level
3
Line Taps Allowed
0
Load Taps Allowed
0
Automatic Transformer Upgrade Size
0
Meter Aggregation Allowed
0

System size & offset

System Size Restrictions
0
System Size Restriction Type
No Restrictions
System Size Battery Included
0
System Size Includes Existing Systems
0
Offset Type
Percentage
Offset Value
120
Offset Calculation Basis
Historical
Offset Calculation Period
12
Industry Standard Watts Sqft
2
System Offset Notes


Offset Calc Tool
Historical Usage

Metering & disconnect

Production Meter Required
Yes
Production Meter Position
Inv-Disco-PM-POI
AC Disconnect Required
Yes
Allowed Meter Adapter
None

Plans & docs

Site Plan Reqs

We would ask for the one-line drawing with the site plan to show where the Rec meter is to me installed and well as the disconnect switches

SLD Reqs

"Supply a one line diagram of the planned system including all components (this diagram must include Location

of Load Break Disconnect Switch), and Physical Address"


The wiring inside the production meter box should be from the solar panels should go to the top side of the production meter can.


"REC METER REQUIRED. The producer shall furnish, install and maintain a clearly

labeled load break disconnect switch in a visible, outside, readily accessible

location for the purpose of isolating producer's generation from the Sierra Electric

Cooperative system."

Install Reqs

A non-fused disconnect switch must be provided by the Member and connected so that it will isolate the generating system from the co-op. The disconnect switch has to be locked by Sierra Electric Cooperative. 

A standard meter socket needs to be provided to measure the total output of the generation system. Sierra Electric will install and maintain the meter in that socket. 

Electrical Diagram Notes

The wiring inside the production meter box should be from the solar panels should go to the top side of the production meter can.

Rate Schedule Link
link
Website
link
Phone
(575) 744-5231

Other details

Restrict Inspection
0
Address ID
149055
Express Planset Eligible
No
Compiled from public records, 2026. Tariffs and interconnection rules change; verify with SEC - Sierra 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.