Court Orders Profepa to Disclose Tren Maya Section 5 Inspection Records
A federal court rejected Profepa's appeal to withhold inspection records for Tren Maya Section 5, ordering transparency.
Environment
Bacalar’s Laguna de los Siete Colores Loses 277 Hectares of Mangroves in Two Decades, Study Finds
A study reveals Bacalar lost 277 hectares of mangroves and wetlands from 1999 to 2021, causing over $10.5 million in…
Quintana Roo Activates Over 800 Hurricane Shelters, Including Pet-Friendly Options
Quintana Roo prepares over 800 hurricane shelters, including pet-friendly spaces, as the 2026 season approaches.
Quintana Roo Plans Floating Power Plant at Calica Port to Secure Energy Supply
Quintana Roo considers a Turkish floating power plant at Calica port to generate 250 MW and ease energy strain.
Isla Mujeres Beaches Retain Blue Flag Certification With Top Scores
Playa Norte and Playa Centro in Isla Mujeres passed the Blue Flag audit with excellent marks.
Extreme Heat in Mexico: Deaths Double in a Week, Yucatan Cases Surge
Mexico reported 7 heat-related deaths as of May 6, with cases doubling in a week. Yucatan saw a surge in…
Tulum Landfill to Remain Under Environmental Monitoring for 20 Years
Tulum's closed landfill will be monitored for 20 years to prevent environmental harm, officials say.
Tulum Ramps Up Sea Turtle Protection as Nesting Season Begins
Tulum officials are strengthening conservation efforts for sea turtles as the 2026 nesting season begins.
Cancun Considers Expanding Free Hydration Points Amid Heat Wave
Cancun officials are evaluating adding more free drinking water stations across the city to combat extreme heat.
Cancún Gears Up for Sea Turtle Nesting Season With Expanded Protection Efforts
Cancún launches sea turtle nesting season with 51 hotels and public beach corrals to protect nests.