NextEra’s Mega Solar Project on Pajarito Mesa | Santa Fe News

NextEra’s giant solar and battery project on Pajarito Mesa could transform the landscape—offering hundreds of jobs, millions in revenue, and grid upgrades—but it’s not without strings: Bernalillo County demands a Community Benefits Agreement to ensure local gains, including job training and environmental safeguards, before approving tax breaks. With similar projects already greenlit, this $3.5-square-mile Magpie Energy Center now faces final hurdles from local and state officials—and could reshape the region if approved.

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