When a measure that opens up strategic exploitation to private companies is applauded by the right wing, its business leaders, and spokespeople, can we expect it to translate into benefits for the majority, development, and national sovereignty?
The deputies stated that their intention is to reintroduce a ban on fracking, as it was the only one presented by former President AMLO in Plan C that was not approved.
It’s evident that changing the current energy matrix cannot be limited to the hypothetical use of fracking , but must also explore the potential of solar plants, wind farms (onshore and offshore), geothermal energy, and other renewable sources, as well as neglected nuclear energy.
The use of fracking in Mexico will not guarantee energy sovereignty and will not lead us to a just energy transition.
In a letter addressed to the Mexican President, communities expressed concern over what they consider a change in the government’s commitment to prohibiting hydraulic fracturing.