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New Mexico returns to SXSW as the next frontier for innovation

New Mexico returns to SXSW as the next frontier for innovation

March 13, 2026The New Mexico Economic Development Department will return to South by Southwest as a lead partner of the “New Mexico House” event, highlighting the state’s growing role in frontier technologies, film and digital media.Governor Michelle Lujan...

Outdoor recreation drives $3.6 billion, 31,000 jobs in New Mexico

Outdoor recreation drives $3.6 billion, 31,000 jobs in New Mexico

March 11, 2026New federal data show outdoor recreation contributed $ $3.6 billion to New Mexico’s economy and supported more than 31,000 jobs in 2024, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA).Gov. Michelle Lujan GrishamCabinet Secretary Rob BlackDeputy...

AV to expand ABQ defense manufacturing campus

March 3, 2026AeroVironment, Inc. (NASDAQ:AVAV) “AV” is investing more than $30 million to expand its Albuquerque defense manufacturing campus, a project expected to create more than 450 jobs and generate more than $670 million in economic impact over the next decade,...

Call for creative industries’ public development projects

March 2, 2026Local governments, municipalities, Tribal Nations and Pueblo governments across New Mexico can now apply for a new state-backed creative industries initiative designed to help communities build arts and cultural economy projects before competing for...

State accepting applications for Quantum Technologies Award

February 26, 2026Early-stage quantum technology companies have until April 30 to apply for state grants worth up to $200,000 through a competitive program designed to grow New Mexico’s quantum sector and expand high-tech job creation statewide.Governor Michelle Lujan...

State accepting applications for NM Advanced Energy Awards

February 17, 2026New Mexico small businesses developing clean energy technology have until March 17 to apply for state grants worth up to $1 million — funding that has already helped 12 companies commercialize their innovations.Governor Michelle Lujan GrishamCabinet...

EDD empowers communities with free technical assistance

February 12, 2026State program set to benefit Old Town Albuquerque, Hobbs, Placitas and Los Ranchos SANTA FE — The New Mexico Economic Development Department will provide free professional technical assistance to four communities to strengthen their local economies...