Primarily due to existing infrastructure and the continued exploitation of natural gas resourcesOver the past decade, Mexico has tried diversifying its energy mix, increasingly integrating renewable sources like wind, solar, and biomass. However, the country’s energy sector relies heavily on fossil fuels, including oil, natural gas, and coal. This dependence presents challenges and opportunities as...
Mexico is constrained in addressing extreme heat due to funding constraints, coordination issues, and the scale of the challenges posed by climate change. Mexico faces many challenges due to rising summer temperatures due to climate change. Here’s a breakdown of the problems and the government’s efforts to tackle them: Heatwaves are becoming more frequent and...
This post tries to identify and describe the work of a leading non-governmental climate organization in Mexico, focusing on reducing greenhouse gases and their harmful impact. Short History: The Centro Mexicano de Derecho Ambiental (CEMDA) was founded in 1993 by Mexican lawyers and environmentalists. It was established to advocate for the protection of the environment...
Mexico is a valuable case study in developing an Emissions Trading System (ETS) for a middle-income nation. While a full-fledged program isn’t operational yet, the pilot program offers insights into potential benefits and challenges. By building on these lessons and addressing future considerations, Mexico can potentially establish a successful ETS that promotes cost-effective emission reductions...
Climate Scorecard’s 2024 Government Climate Leadership Award is presented to a country official who has done the most to reduce emissions in their country’s government over the past year. Below is a copy of the letter sent to each nominee and why they were chosen to receive this award.Mexico 2024 Climate Scorecard Award: Hans Blomeier,...
The following post describes the implications for climate policies and programs of the 2024 elections in Mexico, where the most critical race is the presidential elections. It typically occurs every six years, with the president serving a single six-year term. These elections are crucial because they determine the direction of the country’s governance, including policies...
Mexico was one of the first countries to ratify the Paris Agreement in 2016, demonstrating its commitment to combating climate change. Mexico depends on fossil fuels for its energy matrix, and the country has not significantly updated its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) since 2015. Mexico has good renewable resources; However, the current Mexican government has...
As part of the public policies of a social nature implemented by the current government, in October 2018, the “Sembrando Vida” Program emerged, considered a priority program that, through various actions, seeks to contribute to reversing rural poverty while containing environmental degradation and promoting the rooting of the population in their places of origin. In...
SAN PEDRO TLAQUEPAQUE, JALISCO San Pedro Tlaquepaque, a municipality in the Guadalajara Metropolitan Area of Jalisco, Mexico, with a population of approximately 160,000, stands out as a local community actively engaged in climate mitigation efforts. The city has implemented various initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote sustainable practices across various sectors. Energy Sector...
Dear Camila Zepeda, General Director for Global Affairs at the Mexican Ministry of Foreign Affairs, atencionciudadana@sre.gob.mx My name is Pablo Necoechea. I am the Country Manager for Mexico for Climate Scorecard, a non-profit organization that monitors leading greenhouse gas-emitting countries’ climate policies and programs.Based on a review of Mexico’s policies, much can be done...
