The NM PRC is on Winter Break and will resume its meetings in January.

Here are some articles on Energy from the firm of Wood McKenzie, a very long time and reliable company based in Europe.

Google to Test Data Center Battery Backup That Also Serves the Grid

Google wants to “make the most” of required data center backup systems on its quest for 24/7 clean energy.

Google to Test Data Center Battery Backup That Also Serves the Grid | Greentech Media

This is very relevant to the expansion of renewable energy because battery backup can store power produced in off times or when demand is down for later consumption.

Also, Los Lunas is the site of a very large data center for Facebook and so Facebook may make their surplus power available for New Mexico/other power users.


Key 2020 US Solar PV Cost Trends and a Look Ahead

Project sizes are increasing, larger-format modules are top of mind, and finding new cost efficiencies is a priority for companies across all market segments.

Key 2020 US Solar PV Cost Trends and a Look Ahead | Greentech Media


Lower module costs, a key component, will continue to decline


Have a great holiday,

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