North American Windpower: PNM Issues RFP For Renewable Energy

PNM Issues RFP For Renewable Energy

by NAW Staff on Friday 08 April 2011

PNM has issued a request for proposals (RFP) seeking multiple proposals for wind, solar, hydropower, geothermal and bio-fuel that will help PNM achieve a fully diversified resource portfolio.

PNM is also seeking biofuels that can offset dependence on natural gas in existing generation facilities owned by PNM. The RFP does not include electric energy generated by fossil fuels or nuclear power.

The RFP seeks renewable energy sources that can be available no later than 2014. The deadline for submissions is June 10. A pre-bid conference is planned for April 18.

SOURCE: PNM

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