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NEW MEXICO INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS

PHOENIX, AZ · EIN 851996285 · Form 990EZ · FY2022 · NTEE S41 · Community Improvement · Small ($100K-$1M) · nmipp.org
revenue
$125K
expenses
$89K
net assets
$65K
employees
mission · from form 990

New Mexico Independent Power Producers Association is a broad-based industry coalition that advocates for competitive energy markets in New Mexico.

profile · synthesized from sources

Trade association advocating for competitive wholesale electricity markets and resource diversity in New Mexico and the western United States. Represents independent power producers in policy forums at the state, regional, and federal levels, including before legislatures, FERC, and regional grid organizations. Focuses on advancing transmission projects, renewable energy integration, and market structures that enhance reliability and reduce costs.

named programs · 4 · from sources

what they call their work

Annual Energy Conference
Hosts conferences and networking events in locations such as San Diego and Santa Fe to connect industry stakeholders
PNM Integrated Resource Planning (IRP) Engagement
Participates in stakeholder meetings and provides input on Public Service Company of New Mexico's long-term resource planning
SunZia Transmission Advocacy
Supports the development and regulatory approval of the SunZia transmission project to deliver wind power from New Mexico to Arizona and California
Western Grid Policy Advocacy
Engages in regional forums including FERC Roadshow, NARUC, CAISO EDAM, and WIRAB to promote competitive wholesale electricity markets and RTO development
activities · 4 clusters

what they do

  • Wholesale Energy Market Advocacy 11 activities
    • Advocacy for Competitive Electric Markets
      Advocates for competitive wholesale electric markets to ensure reliable, affordable, and clean energy for New Mexico consumers.
    • Advocacy for Competitive Wholesale Electric Markets
      Advocates for competitive wholesale electric markets to ensure reliable, affordable, and clean energy for New Mexico consumers, with a focus on competitive procurement and resource diversity.
    • Advocacy for Competitive Wholesale Electric Markets
      Advocates for competitive wholesale electric markets to ensure reliable, affordable, and clean energy for New Mexico consumers, with a focus on competitive procurement and resource diversity.
    • Advocacy for competitive and diverse energy markets
      Advocates for competitive wholesale electric markets and resource diversity to ensure reliable, affordable, and clean energy for New Mexico consumers, with over 35 years of engagement in competitive procurement advocacy.
    • Collaboration Facilitation
      Facilitates collaboration between public and private sector professionals to advance energy market transformation in New Mexico.
    • Facilitating Collaboration and Networking in the Energy Sector
      Facilitates collaboration among public and private sector professionals to advance energy market transformation in New Mexico, and hosts various events including annual conferences, receptions, and video calls with leaders.
    • Facilitating Collaboration and Networking in the Energy Sector
      Facilitates collaboration among public and private sector professionals to advance energy market transformation in New Mexico, and hosts various events including annual conferences, receptions, and video calls with leaders.
    • Participation in Energy Stakeholder Forums and Meetings
      Participates in various regional and state-level energy stakeholder meetings, forums, and processes, including PNM's Integrated Resource Plan, Western Governors Association, FERC Roadshow, NARUC, CREPC/WIRAB, New Mexico RETA Storage Forum, and CAISO EDAM Stakeholder Conference.
    • Participation in Energy Stakeholder Forums and Meetings
      Participates in various regional and national energy forums, stakeholder meetings, and regulatory processes, including PNM's Integrated Resource Plan, Western Governors Association, FERC Roadshow, NARUC, CREPC/WIRAB, New Mexico RETA Storage Forum, and CAISO EDAM Stakeholder Conference.
    • Participation in regional energy policy forums and stakeholder processes
      Engages in regional energy policy discussions through participation in forums such as FERC Roadshow, NARUC, CREPC/WIRAB, Western Governors Association, CAISO EDAM, and PNM’s Integrated Resource Plan stakeholder process, as well as stakeholder meetings on western resource adequacy.
    • Stakeholder Engagement
      Participates in stakeholder engagement processes, including PNM's Integrated Resource Plan and regional forums such as the Western Governors Association.
  • Resource Extraction Opposition & Just Transition Advocacy 4 activities
    • Advocacy for the SunZia Project
      Submitted multiple letters to the Bureau of Land Management in support of the SunZia project, which aims to deliver wind power from New Mexico to Arizona and California.
    • Advocacy for the SunZia transmission project
      Submitted multiple letters to the Bureau of Land Management in support of the SunZia transmission project and has worked on the project for 16 years to deliver wind power from New Mexico to Arizona and California, with $200 million spent to date.
    • Support for the SunZia Transmission Project
      Advocates for and has actively worked on the SunZia transmission project for 16 years, including submitting letters to the Bureau of Land Management, to deliver wind power from New Mexico to Arizona and California.
    • Support for the SunZia Transmission Project
      Advocates for and supports the SunZia transmission project, which aims to deliver wind power from New Mexico to Arizona and California, including submitting letters to the Bureau of Land Management and investing in the project.
  • Professional Association Conferences & Events 3 activities
    • Hosting of annual and regional energy conferences and receptions
      Hosts an annual summer conference, receptions at major energy conferences including NARUC and CREPCC/WIRAB in Santa Fe, and sponsors events at Law Seminars International, including a 2022 conference in San Diego on July 28–29.
    • Representation and Engagement at Energy Industry Events
      Represents the organization and its interests at key energy industry events, including the annual meeting of the Energy Bar Association and Law Seminars International conferences, often through board members or directors.
    • Representation at national energy legal and regulatory conferences
      Represents the organization at national energy sector events including the annual Energy Bar Association meeting in Washington, DC, and the Law Seminars International Energy In the West Seminar, with board members and directors speaking at these events.
  • Uncategorized 5 activities
    • Annual Conferences and Receptions
      Hosts annual conferences and receptions at various energy-related events, including NARUC and CREPCC/WIRAB, to foster networking and collaboration.
    • Facilitation of public-private collaboration in energy market transformation
      Facilitates collaboration between public and private sector professionals through regular video calls and by assisting members in engaging with federal and state regulatory bodies, congressional delegations, and agencies such as FERC.
    • Member Assistance with Government and Regulatory Bodies
      Assists its members in engaging with the Congressional Delegation, US Senators, regulatory agencies, and FERC.
    • Member Assistance with Government and Regulatory Engagement
      Assists its members in engaging with the Congressional Delegation, US Senators, regulatory agencies, and FERC on energy-related matters.
    • Member Assistance with Regulatory Agencies
      Assists members in engaging with the Congressional Delegation, US Senators, regulatory agencies, and FERC to navigate energy policy and regulations.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2022

the money

revenue
Total revenue$125K
Contributions & grants
Program service revenue
Investment income
Other revenue
expenses
Total expenses$89K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits$81K
Grants paid out
balance sheet
Total assets$65K
Cash
Investments
Liabilities
Net assets$65K
2 years on record · 2021–2022 · YoY revenue +66.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
GREGORY D PATTERSON Director 30 $81K
relationships · 26

who they work with

  • Arizona Competitive Power Alliance Coalition — David Getts serves as a board member, indicating organizational affiliation.
  • Arizona Competitive Power Alliance Partner — Shares a board member with NMIPP.
  • Arizona Competitive Power Alliance Partner — Shares a board member, indicating organizational collaboration or alignment.
  • Bureau of Land Management Government — Received a letter of support from NMIPP regarding the SunZia project.
  • CAISO EDAM Stakeholder Conference Partner — Participates in forums.
  • CREPC/WIRAB Partner — Participates in forums.
  • CREPCC/WIRAB Partner — Hosts receptions at CREPCC/WIRAB
  • E3 (Energy + Environmental Economics) Partner — Engaged with E3's presentation on western resource adequacy during a PNM IRP stakeholder meeting.
  • Energy Bar Association Network — Engages with the Energy Bar Association through board member participation in its annual meeting.
  • FERC Government — Participates in the FERC Roadshow and assists members in working with the agency.
  • Independent Power Producers Network — Trade association composed of independent power producers working collectively to advance competitive energy markets in New Mexico.
  • Law Seminars International Partner — Sponsors a reception at the Law Seminars International conference
  • MMR Group Government — Parent company providing financial backing for the SunZia project.
  • NARUC Partner — Hosts receptions at NARUC
  • NARUC Partner — Participates in forums.
  • New Mexico RETA Storage Forum Partner — Participates in forums.
  • PNM Partner — Hosting meetings for its Integrated Resource Plan, which NMIPP is involved with.
  • PNM Partner — Stakeholder participant in PNM's Integrated Resource Plan meetings.
  • Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) Government — Participates in the PNM Integrated Resource Planning Stakeholder Group.
  • SouthWestern Power Group Partner — Collaborates on the SunZia transmission project to deliver wind power.
  • SunZia Partner — Member of NMIPP
  • SunZia Partner — Member organization supported by NMIPP in federal regulatory processes.
  • SunZia Partner — Member organization supported by NMIPP in transmission project advocacy
  • US Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Partner — Hosted a national energy conference that NMIPP attended.
  • US Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Partner — Participated in or engaged with the US Hispanic Chamber of Commerce's national energy conference in Santa Fe.
  • Western Governors Association Partner — Participates in regional forums.