Electicity From the Wind

Today over 85% of New Mexico?s electricity is generated by burning coal. Fossil fuel generated electricity is a major contributor to global warming, air pollution and water pollution. Now we have the opportunity to buy clean renewable wind power. Buying wind power is a great way to demonstrate your support for clean, renewable energy sources.

The Taos Wind Power Campaign is Endorsed by Environmental Advocacy Groups.

Kit Carson Electric Co-op, and local groups encourage citizens and businesses to be socially responsible for the environmental impacts of their energy use. We encourage you to support this new program.

Purchasing Green Power is easy to do
You can purchase wind power for your home or business by paying a little bit more on your monthly utility bill. Currently, wind generated electricity costs more than traditional fossil fuel generated electricity. But, by paying a bit more and buying wind power now, you help build the demand for clean, renewable energy. The concept of paying more for clean power is called green pricing. Green pricing programs are available around the country; they provide an opportunity to accelerate this important transition to clean and renewable energy sources. As more people choose wind power, more wind farms will be built and the costs will come down.

Now northern New Mexico has a choice.
We can choose pollution free, renewable wind generated electricity. Wind power is available from Kit Carson Electric Co-op in 100 kilowatt blocks through their Green Power program.

Buying wind power makes a difference
Wind power is pollution-free, it produces no smog or acid rain and does not con-tribute to global warming. Buying one 100 kwh block of wind power each month for a year has the same environmental benefit as not driving a car for 2,400 miles or planting one-half acre of trees. Think about it. For the price of a video rental, you can make a significant reduction in the environmental impact of your electricity use. Buying wind power is one of the best things that you can do to help the environment.

Help spread the word
Word of mouth can be powerful, so talk to your friends and family about signing up. Support your local businesses that buy wind power. Together we can make a real difference.

Sign Up Today! Signing up is simple
The cost of each 100 kilowatt-hour block is $0.40 per month, which is billed in addition to your regular energy charge on your monthly statement. Customers must make a one-year commitment. For more information, contact Martin Martinez call 505-758-2258 or
1-800-688-6780.

Kit Carson Customers Act Now!
The more blocks you purchase the more pollution you prevent. Buying three blocks per month for a year offsets the environmental impact of driving 7,200 miles and has an equivalent benefit of planting 1.5 acres of trees. Buying five blocks per month offsets 12,000 miles!