How Viable are the New PV Applications in Mexico?

Tuesday, September 03, 2024

Time
04:00 pm - 05:00 pm
Hall
Centro Citibanamex
Room
Sala D - Piso de Exposición

Models such as energy communities for PV generation, agrivoltaics and floating PV are some of the new applications that are quickly developing in many parts of the world. Its implementation in Mexico is in an early stage, though. In this session, some initiatives and projects will be presented in order to discuss the factors that influence their technical and commercial viability in the country.

04:00 pm - 04:15 pmEnergy Communities: Regulatory Challenges and Opportunities

Alfonso Hernández

Regulation specialist

Enlight Mexico

04:15 pm - 04:30 pmAgrivoltaics: Photovoltaics serving a sustainable and resilient development

Valeria Amezcua

Consultant on circular economy and resource efficiency strategies

Red Agrovoltaica Mexicana

04:30 pm - 04:45 pmThe First Floating PV Plant in Mexico and Latin America

Speaker to be confirmed

04:45 pm - 05:00 pmDiscussion & Q&A

Isabel Bazán

Employability Coordinator

REDMEREE

Speakers
Speaker
Isabel Bazán, REDMEREE

Employability Coordinator

Mexico

Outstanding Master in Energy Sustainability, graduated from the Center for Research in Engineering and Applied Sciences (CIICAp) of the Autonomous University of the State of Morelos. With a solid professional career, he has left a significant mark in the energy sector. For 9 years, she worked as a Researcher at the National Institute of Electricity and Clean Energy (INEEL), leading important projects, including contracts with PEMEX Exploration and Production. She has worked at companies such as Elirmex and Terra Energy, where she held leadership roles in engineering and project management. Currently, at Bright, she works as Technical Support Leader, standing out for her role as Manager of Photovoltaic Installations and Quality Manager for photovoltaic systems. She is an active figure in research networks such as Red Solar, Red SUMAS, Red MEREE, MERL and RMEM. Mentor in the Women Leaders in STEAM program. Additionally, professor in the senior management diploma for women in the energy industry.

Speaker
Valeria Amezcua, Red Agrovoltaica Mexicana

Consultant on circular economy and resource efficiency strategies

Mexico

Chemical Engineer with a Master's in Energy and Sustainability. 9 years of experience in energy decarbonization and democratization. Chairs the Mexican Agrovoltaic Network and develops decarbonization strategies at VIA Climate Solutions.

Speaker
Alfonso Hernández, Enlight Mexico

Regulation specialist

Mexico

Prominent lawyer specialized in energy regulation with a solid track record in both Mexico and Latin America. He has played key roles in various areas of the energy sector. He has multiple diplomas in regulation and regulatory improvement, as well as a Master's Degree in Business Law from the Universidad Panamericana. His experience expanded in the public sector as an Advisor at the Energy Regulatory Commission, addressing regulatory and transparency issues. In the private sector, he worked for Acciona Energía and Invex Infraestructura (Ammper Energía), managing energy sales contracts, clean energy certificates and other related services. At Saavi Energía and Typhoon Offshore, he contributed to the development of key legal strategies and coordinated legal matters in the oil and gas space.

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