Mexico

Mexico benefits from some of the highest solar irradiation levels in the world, yet energy access and grid reliability remain uneven. This has led SMEs to specialise in distributed and hybrid energy systems that work independently of large-scale infrastructure. Rather than relying on utility-scale projects, Mexican companies excel at delivering modular, right-sized solutions for businesses, communities, and rural areas.

Many solutions are designed to perform in high-heat environments, integrate storage or efficiency tools, and operate with minimal maintenance — making them suitable for a wide range of geographies beyond Mexico.

Over 70% of Mexico experiences some level of water stress, pushing companies to rethink how water is treated, reused, and managed. Mexican SMEs are particularly strong in modular water treatment, industrial reuse, and decentralized systems that can be deployed close to where water is consumed.

These solutions prioritise robustness and simplicity — essential in regions with limited infrastructure or technical capacity — while delivering measurable reductions in water consumption, discharge, and operating costs.

As a major manufacturing hub, Mexico generates significant material flows — and SMEs are responding by closing loops within production and construction systems. Mexican companies specialise in plastic alternatives, recycled inputs, and circular building materials, often designed to integrate seamlessly into existing supply chains.

What distinguishes these solutions is their industrial pragmatism: materials are designed to be manufacturable, compliant, and cost-competitive, enabling faster adoption by businesses and municipalities.

Agriculture remains highly exposed to water scarcity and climate variability, with farming accounting for roughly three-quarters of freshwater use in Mexico. SMEs have responded by developing solutions focused on precision irrigation, soil health, and regenerative practices tailored to semi-arid and climate-stressed regions.

These companies often design with small and medium-scale producers in mind, enabling wider adoption and measurable improvements in productivity, resource efficiency, and environmental outcomes.

With over 80% of the population living in urban areas, Mexican cities face rising heat, energy demand, and housing pressure. SMEs are responding with solutions that improve building performance while remaining affordable and scalable — including low-carbon materials, passive cooling systems, and modular construction approaches.

These innovations focus on what can be deployed today, helping cities adapt to climate stress while improving comfort and resilience.

Across sectors, Mexican SMEs are developing data, monitoring, and digital tools that support environmental performance, transparency, and decision-making. These solutions enable organisations to better understand impacts, optimise operations, and meet increasing sustainability requirements.

Often designed for SMEs and mid-sized organisations, these tools fill a critical gap between basic reporting and complex enterprise systems.