Solar storage inverter project financing options in Mexico 2030

How can Mexico accelerate investment in energy storage?

Mexico must set a legal definition of energy storage and clear market regulations. As a late mover, Mexico can select projects with less technological uncertainty. Procurement targets accelerate the formation of a storage market in the short term. Financial incentives are necessary to accelerate investment in energy storage.

How much energy will Mexico have in 2030?

In the case of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), their forecast for 2030 demonstrate that an installed capacity of 11,300 MW may be reached in Mexico, while Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF) estimates an installed capacity of 19,780 MW.

Will energy nationalization restrict foreign investment in Mexico?

Further, AMLO has repeatedly mentioned energy nationalization which could restrict foreign investment in the sector. With energy demand expected to grow about 3% to 4% annually, Mexico must expand its renewable energy production to meet its climate goals and support a global green transition.

Can solar panels be used at night in Mexico?

Having a battery bank in your home to store the energy your panels produce during the day is a thing of the past, now you can feed the utility grid in Mexico during the day while your solar panels are generating and utilize the grid’s energy during the night at no cost to you.

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.