Nearshoring is changing the game in México. As more companies move their operations closer to the United States, industrial activity is increasing fast. But there’s one big question everyone’s asking behind the scenes: Will there be enough energy to support all this growth?
Currently, the short answer is: not solely from the public grid. And that’s exactly where the private sector is stepping in with bold, sustainable solutions.
In a recent interview with Mexico Business News, our CEO of Legand, Javier Garza Buffington, explains how they’re addressing the country’s growing energy needs and why this moment is critical for aligning industrial growth with clean, resilient infrastructure.
“The public grid cannot fully support this rapid growth, and foreign investors need scalable, clean, and reliable energy solutions to make their operations viable.”
According to our CEO, Javier Garza Buffington, energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability aren’t just nice-to-haves; they’re non-negotiables. Global companies setting up in Mexico expect their suppliers to meet the same environmental standards they follow everywhere else.
Nearshoring is redrawing Mexico’s industrial landscape, but without clean, scalable power, it’s tough to stay competitive. As Garza Buffington puts it, foreign investors aren’t just shopping for land; they need assurance that energy won’t become a bottleneck.
The fast expansion of factories and logistics hubs is exposing the limits of Mexico’s current energy infrastructure. The public grid simply isn’t equipped to handle the spike in high-demand zones. That’s where Legand steps in. Its three core companies, ESVICON, RENOVEX, and REACH, work together to deliver an integrated, reliable, and sustainable solution that fills the gap the public grid can no longer cover.
- ESVICON
Designs resilient infrastructure like smart mobility corridors, public space upgrades, and urban development that supports sustainable industrial growth.
- RENOVEX
Addresses waste management in a big way, processing over 7,000 tons of waste per day, and turns it into valuable industrial inputs like alternative fuels. This way, manufacturers can reduce their emissions and contribute to a true circular economy.
- REACH
Through the Reach Energy Fund, Reach develops private energy infrastructure, such as dedicated substations, microgrids, distributed energy, and storage solutions that guarantee energy availability for industrial parks and manufacturing hubs.
Together, they give companies everything they need to hit the ground running in Mexico, not just energy, but the kind of infrastructure and sustainability support that makes day-to-day operations smoother and greener.
Managing sustainability targets, mitigating regulatory and operational risks, and ensuring their projects are bankable, scalable, and resilient.
“We leverage data, technology, and circular thinking to optimize our projects and ensure they deliver measurable environmental and social impact. At Legand, we do not just build for profit, we build for people and for the planet.”
At Legand, investors gain certainty, speed, and sustainable competitiveness. So when foreign companies come to Mexico, they find a strategic partner ready to open doors, solve complex challenges, and lay the groundwork for long-term success.
Legand’s approach makes one thing clear: Mexico has the opportunity not just to attract factories, but to lead the way in building an energy-intelligent industrial ecosystem. An ecosystem where nearshoring doesn’t overload the grid or compromise sustainability, but instead promotes energy resilience, operational efficiency, and long-term growth.
By placing private energy infrastructure at the center, companies can scale faster, operate cleaner, and remain globally competitive. That’s a win for investors, communities, and for Mexico’s future.
Our vision goes beyond borders because we’re driving projects that meet the highest standards of sustainability and profitability, connecting global capital with real opportunities to shape a more sustainable future.
