Mexico Tenders a 25 MW Plant at the Los Humeros Geothermal Field
The Puebla reservoir adds a new unit as Mexico relaunches its national geothermal energy program.
Mexico has launched a tender for a 25 MW plant at the Los Humeros geothermal field in Puebla, according to Geotermia Online. The call forms part of a broader push to relaunch geothermal energy as a clean, firm generation source, one where Mexico holds significant geological advantages.
Los Humeros ranks among the country's most important geothermal fields, alongside Cerro Prieto in Baja California, Los Azufres in Michoacán, and Las Tres Vírgenes in Baja California Sur. Unlike solar and wind, geothermal delivers power continuously, making it a valuable anchor for grid reliability.
Authorities launched new geothermal projects and drilling programs across several regions in early 2026, and CFE has underscored Mexico's standing as a geothermal power. The longstanding challenge has been the cost and risk of deep exploration, where emerging techniques are expanding the range of exploitable zones.
The contract award and construction timeline will be the clearest signal of how quickly this relaunch is actually moving. The Watt will continue tracking the tender and new wells in development.
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