AboutThe Mexico City Initiative represents a collaborative effort among the Norman B. Leventhal Center for Advanced Urbanism (LCAU), Mota-Engil México, LabCiudades, the Mexico City Government through the Secretaría de Educación, Ciencia, Tecnología e Innovación (SECTEI), and the Centro de Innovación y Desarrollo Tecnológico (CDIT) to advance energy transition in Mexico City. This multi-faceted partnership focuses on a series of research, civic debate, and innovation projects, including seed grants, courses, and workshops aimed at decarbonizing the industrial sector and enhancing energy efficiency in residential areas. Central to the initiative are projects, including academic courses on the future of industry in the Vallejo Industrial area, led by faculty from MIT and UNAM, and several research endeavors, such as studies on decarbonization strategies for industrial zones and energy-efficient housing solutions.
These projects involve significant collaboration with local students and educators, integrating theoretical research with practical applications. The timeline of the initiative spans from 2021 to 2024, beginning with the formation of a strategic plan and followed by a series of workshops, meetings, and ideations that engage a wide range of stakeholders for the research projects. These activities aim to foster innovative solutions to the challenges of urban sustainability, positioning Mexico City at the forefront of energy transition and urban planning efforts.