Blackout in the southeast: a wake-up call for Mexico’s lower Gulf and peninsular markets
Spring arrives... and so do the blackouts
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Authors: Rodrigo Rosas, Senior Research Analyst, and Antonio Velázquez, Senior Research Analyst, Ricardo Falcón, Research Manager, and Jade Monjaraz, Research Associate
On 24 March, the Yucatán Peninsula experienced a blackout lasting over seven hours, affecting four states: Campeche, Quintana Roo, Tabasco, and Yucatán. The blackout impacted more than 335,000 users during an early spring heatwave that saw temperatures exceed 40°C (104°F).
Mexico's National Power Utility (CFE) attributed the blackout to poor gas quality and a high water cut. This combination triggered a cascading failure, prompting the electrical system operator (CENACE) to implement load-shedding measures to contain the event.
This report examines the key factors behind the incident and assesses the current energy landscape of the region. We will also explore potential development plans and their impact on the Yucatán Peninsula's energy security.
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