Mexico

Mexico Energy Overview

Mexico's energy landscape is both diverse and dynamic, reflecting its status as a major player in the global energy market. In 2023, the country produced 6.296 million metric tons of coal and consumed 15.132 million metric tons, indicating a reliance on coal imports to meet its demands. Mexico's petroleum sector is robust, with a total petroleum production of 2.101 million barrels per day, while its crude oil reserves stand at an impressive 5.786 billion barrels as of 2021. The natural gas sector also plays a critical role, with consumption reaching 97.118 billion cubic meters in 2023, supported by significant imports and domestic production. Furthermore, the electricity sector in Mexico is characterized by a mix of energy sources, with 79.6% of its installed capacity derived from fossil fuels, while renewable energy sources like wind and solar contribute 5.7% and 4.2% respectively. With a total electrification rate of 100%, Mexico is committed to expanding and diversifying its energy resources to ensure sustainable growth.

Coal

exports

4,000 metric tons (2023 est.)

imports

8.809 million metric tons (2023 est.)

production

6.296 million metric tons (2023 est.)

consumption

15.132 million metric tons (2023 est.)

proven reserves

1.16 billion metric tons (2023 est.)

Petroleum

total petroleum production

2.101 million bbl/day (2023 est.)

crude oil estimated reserves

5.786 billion barrels (2021 est.)

refined petroleum consumption

1.741 million bbl/day (2024 est.)

Electricity

exports

1.97 billion kWh (2023 est.)

imports

4.863 billion kWh (2023 est.)

consumption

332.042 billion kWh (2023 est.)

installed generating capacity

105.586 million kW (2023 est.)

transmission/distribution losses

45.47 billion kWh (2023 est.)

Natural gas

exports

27.92 million cubic meters (2023 est.)

imports

64.289 billion cubic meters (2023 est.)

production

33.118 billion cubic meters (2023 est.)

consumption

97.118 billion cubic meters (2023 est.)

proven reserves

180.322 billion cubic meters (2021 est.)

Nuclear energy

Number of operational nuclear reactors

2 (2025)

Percent of total electricity production

4.9% (2023 est.)

Net capacity of operational nuclear reactors

1.55GW (2025 est.)

Electricity access

electrification - rural areas

100%

electrification - urban areas

99.8%

electrification - total population

100% (2022 est.)

Energy consumption per capita

Total energy consumption per capita 2023

57.539 million Btu/person (2023 est.)

Electricity generation sources

wind

5.7% of total installed capacity (2023 est.)

solar

4.2% of total installed capacity (2023 est.)

nuclear

3.2% of total installed capacity (2023 est.)

geothermal

1.1% of total installed capacity (2023 est.)

fossil fuels

79.6% of total installed capacity (2023 est.)

hydroelectricity

5.2% of total installed capacity (2023 est.)

biomass and waste

1% of total installed capacity (2023 est.)