Mining Power Struggle: CFE's Grid Grip, 55 New Green Projects

In the MMF 2026, Mexican mines are power-hungry and going green just got harder. See how miners structure energy deals under CFE's new 54% grid control. In addition, President Sheinbaum approves 55 solar and wind projects to add 10,883 MW, boosting Mexico's renewable energy capacity to 38% by 2030.

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Decarbonizing Mexican Mining: Solutions for Energy Sovereignty

Operating at the intersection of remote geography and heavy energy consumption, Mexico's mining sector faces a critical inflection point in securing reliable, cost-effective power. Escalating grid instability, impending regulatory deadlines, and strict decarbonization targets are forcing industrial operators to fundamentally rethink traditional energy supply models.

Mexico Approves US$10.6 Billion in Private Green Energy Projects

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has confirmed the government’s approval of 55 new private wind and solar power projects representing a combined installed capacity of 10,883 megawatts (MW). The total private investment associated with these developments is estimated at US$10.6 billion.

Sheinbaum Details Energy, PEMEX Milestones in Second Address

President Claudia Sheinbaum delivered her two-year progress report, detailing the administration's economic and infrastructure outcomes with a focus on state energy entities, oil and gas production, and power generation targets.

SENER Sets Biofuel Production, Import Permits

SENER published an agreement in the Federal Official Gazette (DOF) establishing official forms, operational logs, and administrative procedures required across Mexico's biofuel supply chain. The regulation sets standardized requirements for obtaining permits and authorizations related to production, importation, exportation, storage, transportation, commercialization, distribution, and public retail of biofuels.

LATAM Energy Storage Capacity to Hit 34GW by 2035: Wood Mackenzie

Latin America's energy storage market is expected to grow 13-fold by 2035, according to UK-based Wood Mackenzie. According to the firm, the region’s storage is expected to be at 34GW.