Mexico to Invest in Energy, Water: The Week in Energy

Mexico is investing in energy and water infrastructure ahead of Sheinbaum’s first year in office and nearshoring speculation. Meanwhile, sustainability efforts advance with a new plant to transform waste into energy.

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Government to Invest US$24.4 Billion in Energy, Water

Mexico plans to allocate approximately US$24.4 billion to enhance the country’s energy and water infrastructure, a move aimed at propelling Mexico into the Top 10 global economies, according to a document accessed by Milenio. President Claudia Sheinbaum is expected to unveil this initiative, part of her broader "Plan México."

Ideology to Drive Mexico's Energy Sector in 2025: Baker Institute

Mexico's energy sector will face challenges in 2025 as constitutional reforms to Art. 25, 27, and 28 consolidate PEMEX and CFE's dominance. The think tank suggests that inherited policies and restrictions on private investment could hinder President Claudia Sheinbaum's ability to achieve sustainability and energy goals.

Mexico's New Plant Transforms Organic Waste Into Energy

A new plant in Mexico City is transforming organic waste into energy, a significant step forward in the country’s efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The first module of the Hydrothermal Carbonization Plant at Bordo Poniente has been completed and is currently undergoing testing, led by UNAM, the Ministry of Energy (SENER), and CFE.   

Northeast Advances 40% in WEF’s Energy Transition Indicators

Mexico’s Northeast advanced in 40% of the World Economic Forum’s indicators to measure energy transition efforts, reports México Evalúa. Nonetheless, the organization noted that despite progress, the region showed deterioration in over one-third of WEF’s indicators.