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Socorro, Electric Co-Op and Nuvve Sign MOU to Modernize Grid and Electrify Fleets

A joint group will now plan projects, pursue grants, align resources.

Overview

  • The pact outlines six priorities: grid modernization and resilience, school bus electrification, municipal fleet conversion, smart rates to cut peak costs, charging expansion, and renewable integration including vehicle-to-grid.
  • The agreement establishes a joint working group to coordinate projects and seek state and federal funding guided by local community needs.
  • Technologies under consideration include vehicle-to-grid integration and Battery-as-a-Service to deliver grid services and lower energy costs.
  • The MOU was signed by Mayor Dr. Ravi Bhasker, Socorro Electric Cooperative CEO Manuel “Manny” Gonzales, and Nuvve New Mexico CEO Ted Smith.
  • Nuvve Holding (NVVE) shares jumped in after-hours trading following the announcement, rising about 77% to roughly $0.29, according to Benzinga.