Innovative strategies and policies for a sustainable future in Mexico City

Mexico City is a dynamic and constantly growing metropolis known internationally for its rich cultural heritage and for concentrating important economic, political and cultural activities in the country. Unfortunately, it is also notorious that it has long faced high levels of air pollution, a situation that directly affects the health of the population.

For 35 years, the “Hoy no circula” program has been implemented, which limits vehicular circulation in Mexico City and is one of the strategies that seeks to prevent, minimize and control the emission of pollutants. In addition to applying restrictions to both vehicles registered in the city and those from outside, it has introduced incentives for electric and hybrid vehicles so that they are exempt from circulation limitations and the need to comply with vehicle inspections.

In recent years, the city has joined the challenge of improving air quality and reducing greenhouse gas emissions by testing innovative measures and strategies.

In the year of 2022, CDMX was recognized for actions against climate change in the area of revegetation and improving air quality. Another notable initiative is the creation of 100% smoke-and emission-free spaces in the Historic Center of Mexico City, which include places such as the Zócalo, the Francisco I. Madero pedestrian corridor, or Avenida 20 de noviembre, among others.

What is a LEZ?

Low Emission Zones (or LEZ) are areas where the flow of motor vehicles (private vehicles, taxis, motorcycles or heavy transport) is limited based on their polluting emissions, with the aim of improving air quality. These zones are implemented to improve air quality, reduce pollution and encourage the use of more sustainable means of transport.

Source: https://es.urbanaccessregulations.eu/low-emission-zones-main

As of January 2024, the LEZ in the Historic Centre of Guadalajara came into force and other cities in the country are expected to follow this trend. In Mexico City, the proposal to implement LEZ is currently being planned and developed, and it is very likely that it will come into effect between 2024 and 2025.

Other strategies

Among other innovative strategies and policies, another type of pollution that the city also seeks to limit is noise, since through “noise maps” it evaluates the areas in which the maximum permissible limits are exceeded, as well as the sources that generate the excess noise and the corresponding schedules.

On the other hand, the government of Mexico City, in joint work with the private sector, has invested resources for the development of technology that allows the manufacture of electric motors with international patents for heavy-duty vehicles.

Electric cargo vehicles meet environmental program requirements

Sunshine Delivers delivery vehicles are fully electric units powered by solar energy and therefore do not generate smoke, carbon emissions, noise, fumes or odors.

Generate 0% emissions

Are exempt from the No Circula program.

Can enter LEZ

Are silent

Companies must begin to consider a future in which electromobility is part of their operations.

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