The transformation of the global energy environment is redefining the rules of industrial competitiveness. The growth in electricity demand, the pressure to reduce emissions, and the relocation of production chains to North America place energy efficiency at the heart of strategic decisions.

For industry in Mexico, energy efficiency is no longer a complementary objective or an isolated sustainability effort. It is a structural element that influences operational continuity, cost stability, and the ability to attract high-value investment.

In an environment where energy is becoming a critical business variable, the question is no longer just what not just which sources we use, but how we optimize their use to strengthen industrial competitiveness.

Energy Efficiency: The New Industry Standard in Mexico

The energy transition is advancing globally, but not at the pace that industry requires. While installed clean energy capacity is growing, industrial energy demand continues to increase and regulatory pressure intensifies.

In this context, energy efficiency is consolidating as a structural factor of competitiveness. Optimizing energy consumption allows us to reduce operational risks, improve margins, and strengthen our position in increasingly demanding international markets.

Why Is industrial energy efficiency strategic?

Industrial energy efficiency allows companies to:

• Reduce operating costs and exposure to energy volatility

• Ensure operational continuity

• Improve ESG indicators

• Meet environmental standards global

• Strengthening their positioning in international supply chains
  
  

In the current relocation context, companies are looking for locations with reliable infrastructure, sufficient electrical capacity, and clear energy efficiency strategies.

Energy is no longer just a production input: it is a critical enabler of industrial development.

Industrial Energy Efficiency in Mexico

Mexico faces a scenario of growing industrial electricity demand, driven by the relocation of production chains and manufacturing expansion.

According to FINSA's Industrial Development Index (IDI), the environmental dimension evaluates three fundamental variables related to energy efficiency:

• Clean and renewable generation

• Energy intensity per unit of GDP

• Fuel consumption
  
  

This analysis confirms that industrial energy efficiency is a factor that redefines regional competitiveness.

States with the best energy performance

The IDI identifies entities that show greater preparedness in energy terms:

Leaders in clean and renewable generation (installed MW):

Aguascalientes, Zacatecas, and Nayarit.

Lower energy intensity per unit of GDP:

Mexico City, Nayarit, and Jalisco.

Lower gasoline and diesel consumption per capita:

Chiapas, Guerrero, and Oaxaca.

Regions with a higher share of clean energy and lower energy intensity offer more attractive conditions for high-value industrial investment.

Energy efficiency as a competitive advantage in nearshoring

Energy efficiency has become a key differentiator in investment decisions. Global companies evaluate:

• Available electrical capacity
• Supply stability
• Integration of clean energies
• Decarbonization strategies
• Infrastructure prepared for future growth

In this context, industrial energy efficiency directly impacts the choice of location and the long-term viability of operations.

The energy efficiency model of FINSA

At FINSA, we understand that energy efficiency is a structural foundation of sustainable industrial development. Therefore, we promote a comprehensive model that strengthens the energy resilience of the companies located in our industrial parks.

This energy efficiency model includes:

• On-site solar generation
• Energy storage systems that improve supply quality
• Management to optimize consumption and reduce emissions
• Robust electrical infrastructure and capacity planning

An example of this strategy is the electrical substation in FINSA Querétaro III, designed to meet greater industrial demand with stability and a long-term vision.

Likewise, in 2025, FINSA announced its adherence to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), reaffirming its commitment to emission reduction and goals aligned with international standards.

Energy in FINSA Industrial Parks

Mexico faces a strategic opportunity to strengthen its positioning as the industrial hub of North America. To achieve this, it will be essential to integrate robust infrastructure, energy planning, and models that drive industrial energy efficiency as a central part of decision-making.

At FINSA, we understand that the future of industrial development depends on anticipating these changes. Promoting energy efficiency is not only a response to an environmental commitment but also a vision of competitiveness, resilience, and long-term growth for companies that trust Mexico as an investment destination.