PNM staffing shortage, high temperatures drive up New Mexico power bills

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – PNM says summer heat and meter-reading delays may be driving up electric bills as some customers report charges topping $220.

KOB 4 spoke with Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) officials, who said high temperatures in the 90s and triple digits are pushing up energy use.

Peter Juanes Sr. said he has kept his electric bill under $50 a month by using a two-speed swamp cooler, solar panels and newer windows and roofing…

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