NMPRC approves PNM Grid Modernization Plan

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The New Mexico Public Regulation Commission (NMPRC) has approved Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM)'s application to modernize its grid infrastructure. This plan, part of a longer-term deployment, aims to enhance customer service through new tools like smart meters and support New Mexico's clean energy transition. The approved six-year plan includes $344 million of investments and will enable:

• Two-way communication on the grid
• Customer insights into energy usage
• Real-time grid status visibility for PNM
• Reduced outages and proactive problem-solving

Deployment will prioritize low-income and underserved communities. Investments will be recovered through a tariff rider, reviewed annually, in line with the state's 2020 grid modernization legislation.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., Oct. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The New Mexico Public Regulation Commission (NMPRC) approved an application by Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM), a wholly-owned subsidiary of TXNM Energy (NYSE: TXNM), designed to modernize its grid infrastructure using state-of-the art technology for a more resilient, reliable, efficient and decarbonized electric system. Modifications to the application and recommended decision were discussed during the meeting and will be included in the final order.

The approved plan is the first part of a longer-term grid modernization deployment, which will enhance service to customers through new tools, including smart meters, and enable New Mexico's clean energy transition. This plan enables two-way communication on the grid, allowing customers to gain insights over their energy usage and allowing PNM visibility into the real-time status of the distribution grid to reduce outages or eliminate problems before they occur.

"We are pleased with today's approval and are looking forward to bringing new energy management capabilities to PNM customers," said Pat Vincent-Collawn, TXNM Energy Chairman and CEO. "Modernization of the electric grid is becoming increasingly critical for providing customers with reliable, sustainable energy. At the same time, customers will be enabled with real-time information to better manage the costs associated with their energy needs."

Deployment of the smart meters and distribution system upgrades will be prioritized for low-income and underserved communities to provide these customers with timely and equal access to clean energy opportunities and customer benefits.

The filed six-year plan includes $344 million of investments supported by a cost benefit analysis. Consistent with the state's grid modernization legislation passed in 2020, the approved investments will be recovered through a tariff rider reviewed annually.

The application and related materials are available at https://www.txnmenergy.com/investors/rates-and-filings/pnm-nmprc-filings.aspx. The NMPRC order will be added once available.

Background:
TXNM Energy (NYSE: TXNM), an energy holding company based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, delivers energy to more than 800,000 homes and businesses across Texas and New Mexico through its regulated utilities, TNMP and PNM. For more information, visit the company's website at www.TXNMEnergy.com.

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FAQ

What did the NMPRC approve for PNM on October 17, 2024?

The NMPRC approved PNM's Grid Modernization Plan, which includes $344 million in investments over six years to upgrade the electric grid with smart meters and other advanced technologies.

How will PNM's Grid Modernization Plan benefit customers?

The plan will provide customers with real-time information to better manage energy costs, improve service reliability, and enable faster outage detection and resolution.

Will PNM's Grid Modernization Plan support New Mexico's clean energy goals?

Yes, the plan will enable New Mexico's clean energy transition by creating a more resilient, efficient, and decarbonized electric system.

How will PNM recover the costs of the Grid Modernization Plan?

The approved investments will be recovered through a tariff rider, which will be reviewed annually, consistent with New Mexico's grid modernization legislation passed in 2020.

Which communities will be prioritized in PNM's Grid Modernization Plan deployment?

The deployment of smart meters and distribution system upgrades will prioritize low-income and underserved communities to provide timely and equal access to clean energy opportunities and customer benefits.