Albuquerque Swamp Cooler / Cooling Assistance Program

About This Program

Albuquerque's hot summers create strong demand for cooling assistance. PNM offers rebates up to $400 on advanced evaporative coolers for all customers, and up to $90 annually for seasonal AC tune-ups. Community organizations may offer free or subsidized swamp cooler installations and maintenance for low-income, elderly, and disabled residents during summer months.

PNM rebate up to $400 for advanced evaporative cooler; free installation programs through nonprofits vary by year and funding availability.

Key Details

• PNM rebate: up to $400 on qualifying advanced evaporative coolers
• Free seasonal AC tune-up rebate up to $90 annually from PNM
• Low-income households may qualify for free cooling installation through nonprofits
• Apply before summer season – programs often have limited slots
• Call 211 for current nonprofit cooling assistance availability

How to Apply

Deadline: Seasonal – apply before summer