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Overview of the Constitutional Amendment
In a significant move for the energy sector, Mexico's Senate voted late Wednesday to amend the constitution, granting preferential dispatch rights to the state electricity company, Comision Federal de Electricidad (CFE). This amendment positions CFE above foreign and private electricity producers, a shift aimed at reshaping the national energy landscape.
Key Details of the Reform
The constitutional reform passed with a substantial majority of 86 votes in favor and 39 against, meeting the two-thirds requirement for constitutional changes. Under this new rule, the national grid operator, Cenace, will be mandated to prioritize electricity generated by CFE's power plants. This means that even if CFE's electricity is more expensive, it will be dispatched first over cheaper alternatives from private companies.
The proposal previously garnered support in the lower house of Congress, largely driven by the leftist Morena party, which backs President Claudia Sheinbaum. This overhaul signifies a continuation of efforts to centralize energy control in state hands, echoing initiatives from former President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, who faced legal hurdles in his attempts to implement similar reforms.
Next Steps for Implementation
For the reform to take full effect, it must be ratified by a majority of state legislatures and subsequently published in the government’s official gazette. This pivotal change signals a shift towards bolstering state control in Mexico's energy sector, with far-reaching implications for competition and market dynamics.
