{"id":3451,"date":"2026-03-13T16:03:13","date_gmt":"2026-03-13T16:03:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ideathinktank.org.mx\/?p=3451"},"modified":"2026-03-13T18:43:57","modified_gmt":"2026-03-13T18:43:57","slug":"consultancy-on-offshore-wind-value-chain-development-in-mexico","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ideathinktank.org.mx\/eng\/consultancy-on-offshore-wind-value-chain-development-in-mexico\/","title":{"rendered":"Consultancy on Offshore Wind Value Chain Development in Mexico\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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  1. Background<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ol>

    In the context of strengthening energy planning in Mexico, the Electricity Sector Law establishes a binding planning framework led by the Ministry of Energy (SENER) and recognizes clean energy as a key technology for the evolution of the National Electric System.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

    Under this framework, national energy policy aims to reduce emissions, promote the sustainable use of energy resources, meet clean energy targets, strengthen the operational reliability of the electricity system, and advance energy justice, while maintaining the competitiveness of productive activities. In this context, SENER is responsible for medium and long-term energy planning, and for identifying strategic areas for sector development.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

    In addition, Mexico has established in its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC 3.0) targets for clean electricity generation of 38.5 percent by 2030 and 43.3 percent by 2035, as well as a commitment to move toward emissions neutrality by mid-century. Achieving these targets requires not only the incorporation of new technologies into the National Electric System but also the identification of productive development opportunities that strengthen national capabilities and generate strategic economic linkages.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

    Within this context, offshore wind energy has been identified as a technology of strategic interest in the medium and long term. According to World Bank estimates, Mexico has approximately 869 GW of offshore wind technical potential, positioning the country with a significant opportunity in the region. However, harnessing this potential requires evaluating existing industrial capabilities, technological gaps, and the reconversion timelines necessary for national companies to participate in different segments of the value chain.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

    To advance in this direction, it is necessary to develop a specific study that systematically analyzes the enabling conditions for the development of the offshore wind value chain in Mexico. The study will include the identification of national and international stakeholders currently participating in the onshore wind market or potentially interested in offshore wind, as well as a systematic analysis of their interest in participation, current capabilities, required process transformations, estimated adaptation timelines, and potential strategic partnerships. In addition, the study will assess Mexico\u2019s comparative position relative to other countries in Latin America and the Caribbean, identify risks and costs of inaction, and propose strategic guidelines to support the development of a value chain roadmap.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

    Within this framework, Iniciativa Clim\u00e1tica de M\u00e9xico (ICM) and the Institute for Development, Energy and Environment (IDEA), in coordination with SENER, are launching this specialized value chain consultancy. The consultancy will be developed based on the technical taxonomy previously defined under the technical component of the study, ensuring methodological consistency and traceability between both components.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

    2. Objective of the Consultancy<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

    To develop a strategic diagnostic of industrial capabilities, key stakeholders, and positioning opportunities for Mexico within the offshore wind value chain, to generate inputs for the development of a value chain roadmap.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

    3. Scope of Services<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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    1)Mapping and characterization of key national and international value chain actors<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

    Identify and characterize key stakeholders involved in the offshore wind value chain at both national and international levels, with particular focus on their potential participation in the development of the Mexican market. The analysis should consider, at minimum, the following categories:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>