Mexico City Highlights Corporate Sustainability

On World Climate Action Day, the Mexico City government, through the Ministry of Environment (SEDEMA) and the Ministry of Administration and Finance (SAF), hosted the Companies That Inspire event, designed to showcase corporate sustainability practices in areas including climate action, waste management, energy, water, and circular economy.

Julia Álvarez, Minister, SEDEMA, noted that the event continues the Low-Emission City Agreement, signed in April 2025 by Mexico City Head of Government Clara Brugada Molina with representatives of major productive sectors. “This meeting is a follow-up to the commitment made in Chapultepec, when the Head of Government challenged us to gather and inspire by learning from the best practices already in place across different business sectors,” she said.

The minister highlighted that the private sector will be responsible for 10% of the city’s target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 35% by 2030. She called for continued close and creative collaboration. “There is no way to face the climate crisis separately; the only path is together—public sector, civil society, and private sector. This is the only planet we have, and we must take care of it,” Alvarez said.

Juan Pablo de Botton, Minister, SAF, emphasized that the initiative aims to share best sustainability practices already in place in Mexico City and nationwide, and to encourage more companies to participate. “We believe many good practices already exist in the city, but they are not always widely known. That is why we chose a more interactive format, with inspiring talks showcasing the private sector’s commitment to sustainability,” he said.

The event also underscored the synergy between government and businesses as a means to strengthen economic competitiveness with environmental responsibility, positioning sustainable development as a central pillar of Mexico City’s economic policy.

Participating companies, including Grupo Bimbo, Heineken, Steren, Kellanova, Tetra Pak, ALSEA, PETCO, Geocycle, CEMEX, Fibra Uno, Coconal, and Consorcio IUYET, presented strategies related to energy transition, electromobility, circular economy, and decarbonization.

“Hopefully, this is the first of many chapters of collaboration. The path to a low-emission city is built on inspiration, creativity, and shared commitment,” concluded Álvarez.