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Developer outlines 550‑mile transmission project, cites New Mexico incentives and data‑center interest
Summary
A representative of Southwestern Power Group told the committee about a proposed 550‑mile transmission project (named Real Soul, paralleling Lisonbee), said utilities including PNM and El Paso Electric are engaged, and said data centers near Torrance County have expressed interest in connecting to the line.
A representative of Southwestern Power Group briefly addressed the Science, Technology & Telecommunications committee to describe long-distance transmission projects the company develops. The speaker said the firm developed a large project called Lisonbee and is now advancing a parallel line called Real Soul that would run about 550 miles from central New Mexico to central Arizona.
The presenter said the project would include multiple on‑ and off‑ramps to allow generators and utilities to connect at different points. He named PNM and El Paso Electric as utilities the company has spoken with and said a range of generators and data centers—particularly near Torrance County and the Meta facility—have signaled interest in connecting, including some that want to be behind the meter to obtain both power and fiber.
The presenter attributed developer interest in New Mexico to state incentives and the Renewable Energy Transmission Authority. He closed by thanking the committee and offering follow-up contact through a company colleague.
The remarks were introductory; the committee then moved to university research and cybersecurity presentations.
