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6 FAQs about [Standalone energy storage project financing options in Mexico 2025]
Will energy storage attract renewables investment in Mexico?
With Mexico's president-elect having announced an intent to attract renewables investment, energy storage was the subject of much discussion at the Intersolar Mexico trade show.
Will Mexico start energy storage RD&D projects?
The roadmap suggests developing regulations and promoting research, development and demonstration (RD&D) projects , but these proposals have not yet been adopted as a formal policy guideline. Nevertheless, Mexico is expected to start energy storage RD&D projects in the next years.
Should energy storage be a priority in Mexico?
If energy storage deployment is considered a priority in the following years, Mexico could accelerate investments through a mix of storage procurement targets and financial incentives. A strong storage market can also be built over time by offering rebates, loans, investment grants, tax credits or other financial incentives.
How can Mexico promote energy storage?
To accelerate investments and promote the formation of a storage market, Mexico should introduce technology-push and market-pull policies simultaneously. Procurement targets could be used if policymakers decided that energy storage is a short-term priority, as in the case of the US.
How many power plants will Mexico install in 2022?
A plan concerning the installation and retirement of power plants, prepared as part of the National Electric System’s development program, projected Mexico could install 4.5 GW of energy storage sites between 2022 and 2036.
How does Mexico regulate energy storage systems?
The Mexican government recently issued general guidance to regulate energy storage systems. These rules outline the process and rules for integrating storage systems with different types of facilities, including power plants, behind-the-meter installations, load centers and distributed generation projects.