Mexico Evaluates Fracking Pilots in Tamaulipas, Coahuila

The federal government is evaluating pilot hydraulic fracturing in Coahuila and Tamaulipas, aiming to boost domestic natural gas production. In other news, public institutions and private developers in Guanajuato are expanding solar and geothermal projects to lower operational costs and power industrial growth. Key developments include ENAL’s MX$80 million (US$4.65 million), 12.5MW geothermal plant in Laja-Bajío and an MX$18 million solar initiative at the University of Guanajuato.

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The Government Evaluates Fracking Pilots in Tamaulipas, Coahuila

President Claudia Sheinbaum is evaluating potential pilot hydraulic fracturing projects in the northern states of Coahuila and Tamaulipas to boost domestic natural gas production. The potential expansion of unconventional extraction represents an effort to reduce the country's reliance on natural gas imports from the United States.

Businesses Are Key to Mexico's Renewables Targets

Mónica Mata, Senior Program Manager, Climate Group, considers public-private collaboration critical to reaching President Claudia Sheinbaum’s target of 45% clean energy in Mexico by 2030, a goal requiring 46GW of new capacity over the next four years. While streamlined permitting for corporate on-site generation up to 20MW marks progress, RE100 members in Mexico currently source only 38% of their electricity from renewables compared to 53% globally, underscoring the need for structured dialogue between government and multinational corporations to enhance energy security and industrial competitiveness.

Siemens Showcases AI Solutions for Smarter, Resilient Power Grids

Mexico's power grid is entering a new stage of digital transformation as utilities and industrial operators face rising electricity demand, renewable energy integration and increasing system complexity. Against this backdrop, Siemens present its latest portfolio of electrification, automation and industrial artificial intelligence solutions designed to strengthen grid resilience and support the energy transition.

How Skilled Workforce Certification Drives Mexico's Clean Energy

Daniel García, CEO, Modulo Solar, considers workforce certification a critical pillar for Mexico's energy transition, as scaling solar photovoltaic, storage, and thermal systems safely requires standardized technical labor. Through CONOCER standards, such as EC0586.01 for PV installations, and the labor competency committee (CGCEREE), Mexico has established over 15 official standards and certified more than 12,000 technicians to prevent equipment failure, optimize energy yields, and secure investor confidence across commercial and industrial deployments.

Aguascalientes Solar Capacity Strengthens Investment Appeal

Aguascalientes is reinforcing its position as an investment destination by combining renewable energy infrastructure with a reliable electricity network to meet the needs of companies pursuing decarbonization targets. State officials say the availability of clean energy has become a decisive factor for manufacturers and global companies seeking to comply with environmental commitments while expanding operations in Mexico.

How Mexico's New Tariff Rules Impact Legacy Energy Assets

Patricio Gamboa, Founding Partner, Energy Intelligence Consulting, considers Mexico’s new legacy permit migration rules and revised transmission tariff methodology a fundamental repricing of the country's legacy power generation fleet. By eliminating historical subsidized transmission tariffs, higher network costs directly erode operating cash flows and debt service coverage ratios (DSCR) for fixed-rate renewable projects, introducing significant project finance risks, debt restructuring requirements, and potential ownership transfers across Mexico's financial and energy sectors.

Guanajuato Strengthens Logistics and Clean Energy

Guanajuato's logistics and mobility sector now contributes 7.4% of the state's gross domestic product (GDP), supported by more than US$714 million in investments during the current state administration. At the same time, public institutions and private companies are expanding renewable energy projects across the state, reinforcing efforts to improve infrastructure, reduce operating costs and support long-term industrial growth.