Although the supposed benefit of CFE to obtain free solar panels has gone viral on social networks, the reality is different.
After several days in which various media outlets have released a alleged benefit for installation of solar panels in private homesthe Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) Has revealed the truth behind this information.
According to the information circulating on various portals, CFE would have launched a initiative that offers citizens the free installation of solar panelsin an effort to promote the use of renewable energy and contribute to the energy transition from the country.
Be the holder of a contract with the CFE and count on him adequate space for the installation of the equipment, Besides the signing an interconnection agreement would be sufficient to qualify for this benefit.
¿CFE really gives solar panels?
Given the large number of notes and publications on social networks regarding this supposed benefit, EXPRESO consulted sources close to the Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) to confirm or deny this information.
It was a person linked to the public company that provides electricity who He flatly denied the existence of an initiative that gives solar panels to homes in Mexicoqualifying said information as “fake news”.
Sener and Fide support installation of solar panels
For people interested in installing solar panels in their home to reduce electricity consumption, the Ministry of Energy (Sener) and the Trust for the Saving of Electric Energy (FIDE) They offer support for those who pay more than 1,500 pesos on their electricity bill.
According to the information on the Sener portal, this support consists of grant an incentive of 25 percent of the total value of the project and the remaining 75 percent is financed by FIDE at a preferential interest rate, for a period of up to five years.
This financing can be obtained by directly contacting a FIDE office close to the location of the interested party or by calling 800 3433 835where you can obtain more information about this support for the installation of solar panels domestic.
Aldo Uribe
Graduate in Communication Sciences from the University of Sonora. Seven years of experience as a journalist for different news sources. Since 2022 writing for the EXPRESO web portal.
