The Low Carbon Business Action comprised two interlinked phases that combined concrete technology cooperation activities with more strategic, long-term initiatives. Its aim was to facilitate the development of low-emission industries in Mexico through collaboration with European SMEs, particularly by engaging in joint projects and forming clusters.
The primary goal was to contribute to the limitation and reduction of industrial greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in Mexico. This was achieved through the following strategies:
• Facilitating the Adoption of Low-Emission Technology by Established Industries: The initiative enabled and supported industries to adopt low-emission technologies, focusing on transforming industrial energy systems for greater sustainability. This involves improving energy efficiency and increasing the use of renewable energy sources.
• Fostering the Creation of Low-Emission Technology Industries in Mexico: The program aimed to establish and expand emerging industries capable of delivering low-emission technologies and solutions. This includes not only the technology itself but also the provision of environmental and energy consulting services, such as monitoring, measuring, and analysis.
• Promoting the Internationalization of EU SMEs:The initiative facilitated industrial cooperation between low-emission solution providers from the EU and industrial partners in Mexico. This collaboration resulted in long-term partnerships among clusters, member SMEs, research centers, science parks, and incubation centers, all focused on advancing low-emission technologies and related services.
Under the Project, WE&B succesfully developed/ delivered the following services:
• Mapping Existing Low Emission Initiatives: Conducted a comprehensive mapping of existing low-emission initiatives in the wastewater industry in Mexico. This analysis aimed to identify technology needs and gaps, helping to prevent the duplication of ongoing efforts.
• Site Visits and Interviews: Carried out site visits to perform semi-structured interviews with stakeholders regarding wastewater treatment technologies in both industrial and urban wastewater treatment settings.
• Partner Identification and Mobilization: Identified and mobilized potential partners interested in the wastewater sector from both Mexico and Europe. This effort resulted in multiple Declarations of Interest for cooperation.
• Matchmaking Activities: Organized matchmaking activities, which included candidate screening, virtual online matchmaking sessions, and in-person matchmaking missions in Mexico. These activities successfully led to formalized cooperation partnership agreements.
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