Do we need batteries for savings?

No. Standard grid-tied PV reduces daytime kWh without batteries. Add storage only for backup or advanced peak control.

Can the project be phased?

Yes. Start with rooftops, then expand to carports or ground arrays as budgets and roofs allow.

What finance model works best?

CAPEX delivers the highest IRR if capital is available. Leasing and on-site PPA shift to OPEX with minimal upfront investment.

How does solar interact with our tariff?

In PDBT and GDMTO, PV reduces kWh and helps smooth demand. In GDMTH, we target intermediate/peak bands for higher hourly savings.

Solar Energy in Mexico for Industry

Solar Energy in Mexico – Solar Panels for CFE

Thinking about a solar investment in Mexico for your plant? This executive guide explains how industrial
grid-tied PV works with CFE, how it impacts PDBT, GDMTO and GDMTH tariffs, and the best
financing models (CAPEX, leasing, PPA) for foreign-managed factories. Built for decision-makers: clear, practical and local.

Business impact: reduce daytime kWh, smooth kW demand, target high-cost time bands (GDMTH).
Compliance: CFE interconnection, protection and safety requirements, proper documentation for audits and ESG/Scope 2.
Where we work: San Luis Potosí Industrial Zone (WTC, Logistik, Colinas, Tres Naciones) and the Bajío corridor (GTO, QRO, AGS, JAL).

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Mexico’s context for foreign plant leaders

Mexico offers excellent solar resource and a mature ecosystem of EPCs and component supply. Grid-tied PV connects to the
CFE distribution network under established interconnection and compensation schemes. In practice, your plant can generate
during the day, feed on-site loads first, and account for surplus/consumption via a bidirectional meter.

Note

Specific compensation rules, documentation and timelines depend on your tariff and location.
We handle the engineering package and interconnection submission end-to-end.

How industrial solar affects PDBT, GDMTO and GDMTH

PDBT (small demand, low voltage)

Target daytime base load (HVAC, refrigeration, lighting, compressors).
Result: lower kWh and operating cost with simple roof layouts.

GDMTO (medium voltage, no time-of-use)

Reduce kWh and flatten peaks via sequencing/VFDs and PV coverage of base loads.
Result: improved demand profile and steady savings.

GDMTH (medium voltage, time-of-use)

Maximize production in intermediate/peak bands and reschedule processes when feasible.
Result: strong reduction of hourly energy cost where tariffs are highest.

Investment models for foreign-managed sites

CAPEX (Direct Purchase / Loan)

Pros: highest long-term IRR, full asset control, potential tax benefits.
Cons: upfront capital or financing on balance sheet.
See credit options and terms

Leasing (Financial/Operating)

Pros: OPEX-style payments, option to purchase at term end (financial lease).
Cons: higher total cost vs. direct CAPEX in many cases.

PPA (On-site Power Purchase Agreement)

Pros: minimal CAPEX; pay per kWh; O&M included; cash-flow positive from month one in many cases.
Cons: term commitment; asset is owned by the PPA provider.

Technical checklist for C&I (what really matters)

Roofs & structures: load calculations, corrosion-resistant fixings, watertight penetrations (losa/lámina/teja).
Shading & layout: chimneys, RTUs, parapets. Parking canopies are often ideal for added capacity.
Electrical & safety: DC/AC disconnects, anti-islanding, grounding, surge protection, selectivity and coordination.
Interconnection dossier: single-line diagrams, calculations, protective settings, labels and safety data.
Monitoring & O&M: web/app portal, alarms, periodic cleaning, documented inspections for audits.

Operations & continuity

Standard grid-tied PV does not power the plant during outages due to anti-islanding. If you need
continuity, we integrate battery/UPS and control as a separate scope.

Dimensioning in minutes (order-of-magnitude)

Quick formula

kW ≈ annual kWh target ÷ (HSP × 365 × PR)

HSP 5 h (Bajío reference)

PR 0.75–0.80

Example: site uses 1.2 GWh/year; target 40% ⇒ 480 MWh/year.
With HSP=5 and PR=0.78 → kW ≈ 480,000 ÷ (5×365×0.78) ≈ ~337 kW
(≈600–650 modules at 550 Wp). We refine with roof surveys, shading and tariff bands.

ESG, reporting and brand value

Scope 2 reductions: documented kWh generation helps corporate reporting (CDP, suppliers’ scorecards).
Facility image: canopies and roof arrays support branding and customer/visitor tours.
Documentation: commissioning files, monthly reports and safety records for audits.

Project timeline with Evoluo (C&I)

Assessment: 12 utility bills, load profiles, roofs, as-built drawings and HSE constraints.
Engineering: yield simulation, electrical single-lines, protection study, structural layout.
Interconnection: submission to CFE Distribution and coordination for the bidirectional meter.
Construction: HSE plan, installation, testing and commissioning.
O&M: monitoring, cleaning, inspections, SLAs and performance reviews.

FAQ for foreign plant directors

Can we phase the project? Yes. Many plants start with rooftops and add canopies or ground arrays later.
Do we need batteries? Not for standard savings. Batteries are for backup or advanced peak control.
What drives ROI? Tariff, daytime usage, roof area, shading, and chosen finance model (CAPEX vs OPEX).
Will solar reduce outages? Not by itself. Add battery/UPS if you need ride-through.

Ready to evaluate your Mexico site? We’ll deliver the engineering package, the interconnection process and a finance model that fits your HQ policies (CAPEX, leasing or PPA).
Write to evoluo@evoluo.mx or call +52 444 825 0838.
Projects across San Luis Potosí Industrial Zone and the Bajío corridor.