Doña Ana County approves $10M in bonds for Vado solar farm

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Doña Ana County commissioners have approved up to $10 million in industrial revenue bonds to support the development of a new 5-megawatt community solar farm in the town of Vado, New Mexico. The solar project is expected to bring renewable energy access and economic benefits to the local community.

Why it matters

This investment in community-scale solar power aligns with broader efforts in New Mexico to expand renewable energy generation and access, particularly in underserved areas. The Vado solar farm will provide clean electricity to local residents and businesses, helping to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and lower energy costs.

The details

The $10 million in industrial revenue bonds will help finance the construction and operation of the 5-megawatt solar farm in Vado. The project is being developed by a local renewable energy company and is designed to supply clean electricity to homes and businesses in the surrounding community through a community solar program.

• The Doña Ana County commissioners approved the bond financing on March 30, 2026.
• Construction on the Vado solar farm is expected to begin in the summer of 2026.

What’s next

With the bond financing approved, the solar project developers will now move forward with securing permits, finalizing contracts, and beginning construction on the Vado community solar farm.