Kit Carson Electric Cooperative Inc, is a rural electric utility based in Taos, New Mexico and was founded in 1934. It is managed and governed by a board of trustees, under direction of CEO-Luis A. Reyes Jr. Kit Carson Electric Cooperative serves nearly 30,000 members and is the second largest member owned cooperative in the State of New Mexico. It voluntarily has implemented solar generation into its portfolio which encompasses 10% of it's overall capacity. Additionally, as a means to better serve its memberships needs and create price sustainability and diversification within its membership service area, Kit Carson Electric also owns a propane division known as Kit Carson Energy and also owns a broadband and telecommunications division known as Kit Carson Technologies. In 2011 Kit Carson Electric Cooperative Inc, was awarded a $63.8M Fiber to the Home (FTTH) grant /loan combination. $44M USDA Grant and $19.8M RUS Loan to develop and implement fiber to every member it serves in Northern New Mexico. Following a true Cooperative model to serve the under served and un-served, Kit Carson Electric along with Kit Carson Technologies as of May 2015 is 98% complete with FTTH deployment. This deployment encompasses over 2,951 square Miles of direct fiber, which will serve 29 communities, nearly 20,500 households, 3,600 businesses, and 183 critical community institutions as well as two Native American Pueblos. Additionally, Kit Carson Electric Cooperatives fiber deployment will greatly increase efficiency within its electric grid allowing full utilization of "meter modernization" also known as smart metering. This will help to aid in managing peak loads and more importantly allowing fiber to play a crucial role in the offsetting of increasing electric rates through fiber membership sales, ultimately allowing members to re-invest in their cooperative. Kit Carson Electric Cooperative is "Owned by those we serve".
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118 Cruz Alta Rd
Taos, New Mexico 87571, US
201 Cruz Alta Rd
Taos, New Mexico 87571, US
116 Cruz Alta Rd
Taos, New Mexico 87571, US
Tune in to the latest episode of "With Great Power" to hear Kit Carson Electric Cooperative Inc. Coop CEO Luis A. Reyes Jr., a valued partner of Guzman Energy, discuss the energy transition well underway in the northern NM coop's service territory. Reyes is a true visionary, and KCEC continues to innovate. KCEC meets its daytime energy needs with 100% renewable energy. Now KCEC is exploring green hydrogen for long-duration storage at a Superfund site, showcasing their commitment to a sustainable future and improving quality of life for communities throughout northern New Mexico. Produced by GridX, Inc. in partnership with Latitude Media, this podcast highlights the people and technologies shaping the future grid. Listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/gNciDSp5 #RenewableEnergy #GreenHydrogen #SustainableFuture #EnergyInnovation #Partnerships #CleanEnergy
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 3, 2024 KCEC Forest Fire Mitigation Update: July 3, 2024 Taos, New Mexico - Kit Carson Electric Cooperative (KCEC) is diligently and actively working in its service territory to enhance forest fire mitigation. The recent rains, a much-needed relief, have brought significant precipitation to the area. However, KCEC is resuming its forest and wildfire mitigation strategy efforts, with tree trimming and operation crews working in priority areas of its service territory. This ongoing work is crucial for the safety and well-being of our communities. See more at https://lnkd.in/gWWtF-NV
Why a rural electric co-op in New Mexico wants green hydrogen The Kit Carson Electric Cooperative pushes hard toward 100% zero-carbon, supplemented with hydrogen produced at a Superfund site. See the full article at: https://lnkd.in/gZNgfaVZ
KCEC's CEO Luis A Reyes interview on the vision of KCEC! Luis A. Reyes Jr.
On the latest episode of With Great Power, Brad Langley talks to Luis Reyes, CEO of Kit Carson Electric Cooperative Inc. in northern New Mexico. The co-op has already made big strides towards 100% renewable energy, and now it's hoping to develop a green hydrogen project for long-duration storage — at a Superfund site, of all places. Listen now: https://lnkd.in/ghBj3KG6
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 21, 2024 KCEC Forest Fire Mitigation Update: June 21, 2024 Taos, New Mexico – Kit Carson Electric Cooperative (KCEC) will continue providing members with periodic updates regarding its efforts to mitigate forest fires and keep its members informed. KCEC is increasing its communication with members to increase transparency on the cooperative's strategy during these upcoming hot summer months. KCEC crews are patrolling, monitoring and tree trimming in the following designated areas: Black Lake, Tres Ritos, Town of Taos area, Cabresto Canyon, Taos Canyon and Upper Red River. For further information, please contact CEO Luis Reyes at lreyes@kitcarson.com or COO Richard Martinez at rmartinez@kitcarson.com.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 19, 2024 Kit Carson Electric Cooperative Prepares Forest Fire Prevention Measures Taos, New Mexico – In an effort to prevent multiple tree contacts, effective today, Kit CarsonElectric Cooperative, Inc. (KCEC) is working on a preventative effort designed to mitigate or negate potential fire caused by downed power lines or trees and debris coming into contact with our electric infrastructure. This complements our current year-round tree trimming program, but we need to address this effort aggressively but strategically because of the fires surrounding us and the continued drought. SEE MORE AT KITCARSON.COM