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New Mexico just closed the door to new uranium mining on state lands, protecting communities that have suffered for generations from radioactive contamination. The state, home to America's worst radioactive spill, is choosing public health over profit despite federal pressure to expand mining.
New Mexico is betting big on the future of quantum technology with a $3 million investment to train students, support researchers, and launch new companies. The partnership between the state and University of New Mexico could transform the Land of Enchantment into America's quantum innovation capital.
Community leaders across New Mexico just completed an intensive week of economic development training at Western New Mexico University. The course puts them on track to earn credentials that could give their communities a competitive edge in attracting jobs and investment.
Scientists have discovered a completely new genus of snake living underground in Mexico's Balsas River basin. The find adds to Mexico's status as one of only 17 "megadiverse" nations holding most of Earth's species.
Mora County, New Mexico, just took a major step toward healing landscapes scarred by wildfires and climate change. A new reforestation center broke ground this week, promising to grow millions of native trees for restoration across the Southwest.
After wildfires scorched over 5 million acres in New Mexico, scientists created a "reforestation pipeline" that trains baby trees to survive brutal burn scar conditions. The state's new facility will grow 5 million climate-tough seedlings annually by 2028.
New Mexico is helping forests bounce back from devastating wildfires with a new program offering affordable seedlings and expert support to landowners. The initiative targets areas too damaged to naturally recover on their own.
When federal health insurance subsidies expired, one family faced a $3,000 monthly bill—until New Mexico became the only state to fully replace the funding. The move has helped 27,000 people keep their coverage and attracted 10,000 new enrollees.
New Mexico is tackling a massive reforestation challenge with an enormous new greenhouse center that will grow 5 million native seedlings per year. The state needs 385 million trees to restore forests that protect precious drinking water sources.
After wildfires scorched over 5 million acres in New Mexico, scientists are growing climate-tough seedlings that can survive 150-degree ground temperatures. The state's new "reforestation pipeline" trains baby trees to handle drought and heat before planting them.
After wildfires scorched over 5 million acres in New Mexico, scientists are building a "reforestation pipeline" that trains baby trees to survive brutal conditions before planting. The new center will produce 5 million climate-tough seedlings annually by 2029.
New Mexico is redirecting millions of tree seedlings to help forests recover from devastating wildfires that have burned over 7 million acres this decade. The new program prioritizes getting climate-resilient trees planted in areas that can't regenerate naturally.
New Mexico is launching a smart reforestation program that matches the right tree species with fire-damaged land, targeting the state's massive backlog of burned forests. A new seedling center could eventually produce 5 million climate-adapted trees annually.
New Mexico just supercharged a clean energy loan program that's already financed $140 million in eco-friendly building upgrades. A new law makes it easier for developers to access low-interest loans that make buildings greener while saving money on utilities.
New Mexico transformed its electricity supply from 80% fossil fuels to 62% clean energy in just five years, all while keeping prices below the national average. The state's abundant sunshine, evening winds, and new battery storage are now powering homes and businesses with dramatically less pollution.
A new reforestation center in Mora County, New Mexico will produce 5 million tree seedlings each year, helping restore land scorched by one of the state's most devastating wildfires. The facility represents a 16-fold increase from current production capacity.
After wildfires scorched 5.45 million acres across New Mexico in 20 years, scientists created a "reforestation pipeline" that trains baby trees to survive extreme heat and drought before planting. The new center will produce 5 million climate-resilient seedlings annually starting in 2030.
After wildfires scorched over 5 million acres in 20 years, New Mexico scientists are growing climate-tough seedlings that can survive 150-degree burn scars. The state's new reforestation center will produce 5 million resilient trees annually by 2030.
A massive new wind energy project in Torrance County will power 60,000 homes while funneling nearly $99 million into New Mexico classrooms. Clean energy just became a direct investment in the next generation.
A new transmission line in New Mexico just came online ahead of schedule, and it's already saving families money while making the grid stronger. Even better, the project protected 40 square miles of wildlife habitat at the same time.
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