Pilot hydraulic fracturing projects are set to begin in northern Mexico as early as next month, according to government sources cited by Reuters.
The initiative targets the states of Coahuila and Tamaulipas, marking a tangible step forward for President Claudia Sheinbaum’s administration in exploring unconventional oil and gas resources.
The move follows recent statements from Sheinbaum indicating that the government would soon announce guidance from an expert committee on the feasibility of sustainable fracking.
The committee, which was recently expanded to include additional viewpoints, has been tasked with assessing the environmental and economic viability of the technology within Mexico’s regulatory framework.
This development represents a shift from theoretical assessment to practical application.
While the projects are described as pilots, their initiation suggests the administration is preparing to integrate fracking into its broader energy policy, potentially impacting domestic production levels and supply dynamics in the region.