CFE Activates Leona Vicario Substation to Meet Growing Power Demand in Cancun and Riviera Maya
Chetumal, Quintana Roo — Mexico’s Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) has completed a major infrastructure project to boost power transmission capacity and meet rising electricity demand in Cancun and the Riviera Maya, investing more than 2.156 billion pesos (approximately $107 million).
The new Leona Vicario Power Substation, along with 105.5 kilometers of transmission lines, is now operational. The project directly benefits 718,334 users in Cancun and the Riviera Maya, according to CFE officials.
The substation is part of the National Electric System Strengthening and Expansion Plan, which aims to improve the reliability of the National Transmission Network and increase energy self-sufficiency for the Yucatan Peninsula.
CFE said its specialized transmission personnel demonstrated technical expertise and coordination to safely and efficiently bring the facility online, highlighting the commitment and operational discipline of its workforce.
Ana Reyes covers environmental policy, conservation initiatives, infrastructure projects, and political developments across the Yucatán Peninsula for Riviera Maya News & Events. She reports on issues from sargassum management and reef conservation to the Maya Train, coastal development, and state and federal policy affecting Quintana Roo and the broader peninsula.Ana has covered environmental and political news since 2023, tracking key developments in Mexico's environmental regulations, coral reef protection, coastal zone management, and the intersection of tourism development with conservation efforts. Her reporting spans from Cancun's hotel zone to the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve and the culturally significant regions of the Yucatán interior.Ana is fluent in English and Spanish, and draws from a wide range of sources including government environmental agencies, conservation organizations, academic researchers, and local community leaders to provide balanced, well-sourced coverage. She is particularly focused on how environmental policy decisions affect the daily lives of residents and the long-term sustainability of the region.For story tips: ana@rivieramayanews.mx
