EDF Power Solutions Ceases Development of the Gunaa Sicaru Wind Project in Mexico

EDF power solutions Mexico has decided to cease the development process of the Gunaa Sicarú wind project, which commenced in 2011 and was proposed to be located in the municipalities of Unión Hidalgo and La Ventosa, in the Isthmus of Tehuantepec, Oaxaca, Mexico. This decision follows more than a decade of dedicated efforts to bring the project to fruition.

Despite EDF power solutions Mexico holding a coverage contract for the sale of electricity to the Federal Electricity Commission (Comisión Federal de Electricidad (CFE)), as well as securing the necessary generation and interconnection permits, Gunaa Sicarú faced insurmountable challenges.  Chief among these was the cancellation of the direct current transmission line by the Mexican government, a critical infrastructure component for connecting the project to the national grid.

CFE ultimately cancelled the coverage contract for the sale of electricity, leaving EDF power solutions Mexico to make the difficult decision to conclude the development of the Project.

Throughout this period, EDF power solutions Mexico has maintained its commitment to respecting the human rights of indigenous peoples and fostering meaningful relationships with local communities, indigenous peoples, and stakeholders in strict compliance with applicable laws and procedures. The company continues to honor its contractual obligations with the communities and individuals with whom lease agreements were executed.

EDF power solutions Mexico extends its gratitude to the communities, authorities, and stakeholders involved for their collaboration and dialogue throughout the project journey.