Energy opportunities
SUPPLEMENT - MEXICO - October 01, 2008
Mexico's energy sector is undergoing a profound transformation. Renewable energy operators have entered the market, mostly as power suppliers to the state-owned utility company CFE. It is expected that more and more companies and municipalities will become interested in the benefits afforded by self-generation, and in the positive effects that result from the use of environmental technologies. New financial opportunities have arisen in connection with clean energy projects, which merit the attention of investors.
At the same time, hydrocarbons continue to be the main driving force of energy-related projects in Mexico, and the state-owned company Petróleos Mexicanos (Pemex) is the most important source of income for the federal government. Hydrocarbons will remain in the leading role for years to come, despite the challenges being faced by the industry, which include its role as a contributor to climate change, increased costs and diminished reserves. Upstream operations – especially those related to...
The rest of this article is available to subscribers only. Subscribe today for full access to this article.
Alternatively take a free trial, giving you access for 48 hours*.
If you are already a subscriber, please log in below to access the rest of this article.
*some articles may be excluded.