Mexico is investing in two pioneering solar thermal energy plants in Baja California Sur.
The country is preparing for an unprecedented breakthrough in the energy sector: the installation of two solar thermal plants in Baja California Sur.
This project, led by the Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) and the Ministry of Energy, seeks to transform the region’s electricity generation landscape and place Mexico at the forefront of clean energy innovation.
With an estimated investment of $800 million, these plants will represent a turning point in Mexico’s history, benefiting between 100,000 and 200,000 households, especially in a state experiencing rapid growth.
President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo emphasized that this ambitious plan not only strengthens the energy infrastructure but also places the nation in a leading position in the field of renewable energy.
According to the head of the Ministry of Energy, Luz Elena González, the goal is to guarantee a reliable electricity supply and advance the commitment to ensure that at least 35% of the energy generated comes from clean sources in the short term.
All of this is part of the national electricity expansion and modernization strategy 2025-2030.
Cutting-edge technology: continuous solar power, even at night
One of the most innovative elements of these plants will be the incorporation of central tower solar thermal technology, an advancement that will allow solar thermal energy to be stored during the day and transformed into electricity when the sun sets.
Jorge Marcial Islas Samperio, Undersecretary of Planning and Energy Transition, explained that this method eliminates the intermittency of solar energy, ensuring a stable electrical flow of up to 11 continuous hours, with an initial production of 100 megawatts.
Environmental and economic benefits for Mexico
In addition to harnessing the region’s unparalleled solar potential, this project will reduce dependence on fossil fuels such as diesel, gas, and fuel oil, significantly reducing the electricity sector’s carbon footprint.
CFE Director Emilia Calleja Alor emphasized that the commitment to solar thermal power drives national technological development and fosters new value chains, opening the door to component manufacturing in Mexico and strengthening energy sovereignty.
Impact on social and tourism development
The operation of these plants will meet the growing electricity needs of communities, tourist areas, and industrial sectors in Baja California Sur, providing greater energy security and stability to the system.
With an estimated construction time of between 36 and 48 months, this effort is a decisive step toward a sustainable, innovative future committed to the well-being of people and the environment.