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El Paso school districts are participating in El Paso Electric's Texas Business Solar Power program to reduce electricity costs without installing solar panels. The Ysleta Independent School District (YISD) approved a one-year subscription for 15 high-energy accounts, while the Socorro Independent School District (SISD) plans to subscribe 12 accounts.

Both districts estimate annual savings of $400,000 to $500,000. The program draws energy from the Felina solar farm and is limited to 50 megawatts of renewable energy. Although the program provides potential savings, it is not primarily a cost-cutting initiative, and actual savings will vary.

YISD's electricity costs increased from $7.3 million in 2024 to $7.7 million in 2025, while SISD's costs have remained steady due to reduced consumption efforts. The districts may consider expanding their participation based on the program's success.