Germany and Mexico work together to enhance a just energy transition, characterized by the efficient use of energy and renewable energies to meet their international commitments.
We support dialogue between decision makers from public sector, private sector and civil society. We promote exchange of best-practices and communicate about the energy transition.
Facts & Figures
Population
Mexico and Germany are among the 20 most populated countries in the world and in their respective regions. Mexico is the third most populated country in America, while Germany is the first in Europe.
Source: IEA (2022): Mexico: https://www.iea.org/countries/mexico, Germany: https://www.iea.org/countries/germany
Total Final Energy Consumption
Even though Mexico has a large population, its energy consumption remains fairly low in comparison to Germany. As a middle-income country, Mexico has opportunities to grow and alleviate poverty based on a clean energy consumption. Growing the economy and expanding Mexico’s middle-class while supporting CO2 emissions reduction goals requires greater energy efficiency and renewable energy production.
In the case of Germany, the Energiewende sets the baseline for a transformation of the way energy is produced and consumed, maintaining the patterns of use of energy.
Sources: IEA (2022): Mexico: https://www.iea.org/countries/mexico, Germany: https://www.iea.org/countries/germany
Clean Energy Goals for 2050
Both Germany and Mexico have set themselves ambitious goals for 2050 to transform their electricity sectors. While Mexico’s goals for 2050 includes cogeneration as well as CCS, since the country starts from a much lower level compared to Germany. Interim goals are set at 35% by 2024. At the same time, Germany is set to reach climate neutrality by 2050, its electricity supply should consist of at least 80% percent share of renewable energy by 2030. There are also intermediate targets of 40% to 45% share by 2025.
Sources: SENER, BMWK (2022): Mexico: https://base.energia.gob.mx/Prospectivas18-32/PER_18_32_F.pd, Germany: https://www.bmwi.de/Redaktion/DE/Downloads/Energie/220111_eroeffnungsbilanz_klimaschutz.pdf
Milestones
Through the joint efforts of Chilean and German actors, our partnership continues to enhance bilateral exchanges and supports the transformation of our energy systems.
What we can do for you
Support Political Dialogue
The German-Mexican Energy Partnership is a platform supporting a high-level intergovernmental dialogue on energy matters. We prepare and facilitate high-level meetings. We support the implementation of agreed activities. We organize the exchange between relevant institutions in Germany and Mexico.
Promote Best-Practice Exchange
Nobody is forced to repeat the mistake of the other. To learn from one another is therefore key to the German-Mexican Energy Partnership. We arrange and accompany expert delegations. We organize workshops and trainings-on-the-job. All for the sake of promoting what is already there: best-practice.
Connect Business and Politics
We build bridges between politics and business, facilitate access to decision-makers and help you make your position being heard in the partnership countries.
Enhance Energy Transition Communication
Clear communication translates undertakings into understanding. We do communicate through various channels. About the Energiewende and the Transición Energética. Here and there. Online and offline.
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Partners
An Initiative by
German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action
The central task of the Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK) is to reinvigorate the social market economy, stay innovative in the long term and strengthen the social fabric in Germany.
Implemented by
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) provides international cooperation services for sustainable development and international education work. It is dedicated to building a future worth living around the world. GIZ has over 50 years of experience in a wide variety of areas.
In Cooperation with
The German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development
BMZ is responsible for German development policy. The framework for the ministry's actions is provided by the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Paris Climate Agreement.
Secretaría de Relaciones Exteriores
Mexico's Foreign Ministry (Secretaría de Relaciones Exteriores, SRE)
Germany Trade & Invest
Germany Trade & Invest (GTAI) is the economic development agency of the Federal Republic of Germany. GTAI supports German companies setting up in foreign markets, promotes Germany as a business location and assists foreign companies setting up in Germany.
The German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Nuclear Safety and Consumer Protection
BMUV is responsible for a range of government policies in the area of environment, nature conservation, nuclear safety and consumer protection.
KfW
KfW is one of the world’s leading promotional banks. KfW has been committed to improving economic, social and environmental living conditions across the globe on behalf of the Federal Republic of Germany and the federal states.
The German Federal Foreign Office
The Federal Foreign Office represents Germany’s interests to the world. It promotes international exchange and offers protection and assistance to Germans abroad.
National Center for Energy Control
The National Center for Energy Control (CENACE) is Mexico's Independent System Operator. It is in charge of operation and control, wholesale electricty market, planning and open access.
Cámara Mexicano-Alemana de Comercio e Industria
The German AHK (Auslandshandelskammer) is active in Mexico since 1929 and know unter the abbreviation CAMEXA (Cámara Mexicano- Alemana de Comercio e Industria). It is an organisation with more than 800 member companies, providing a number of services and representing the interests of German business in Mexico.