The Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) is preparing a historic shift in Mexico’s energy landscape. By the end of the decade, Baja California Sur will host two large thermosolar power plants equipped with thermal storage, marking a major step in the country’s transition to clean energy.
The Department of Energy confirmed an $800 million investment for the project, aimed at securing electricity supply for the peninsula while reducing dependence on fossil fuels. The initiative also advances Mexico’s national goal of sourcing 35% of electricity from clean energy.
President Claudia Sheinbaum and Secretary of Energy Luz Elena González emphasized that these facilities will be the first thermosolar power plants with firm capacity in Mexico. This means they will be able to provide constant, not just intermittent, energy. Each plant will reach 50 megawatts of power and will be capable of operating for up to 11 consecutive hours due to a storage system using molten salts and battery banks.
A Historic Change for Baja California Sur
Beyond infrastructure, the project addresses a long-standing energy gap in the region. For decades, Baja California Sur has relied almost entirely on fossil fuel power plants. These new facilities represent a shift toward a cleaner, more sustainable energy model aligned with global climate goals.
By 2030, the plants are expected to be fully operational, serving not only as a reliable energy source but also as a symbol of Mexico’s broader energy transformation and modernization of its electrical grid.
