Energy storage in Mexico is poised for an unprecedented expansion. This is the projection of Enrique Garduño , CEO of Skysense , who stated that "the battery boom in Mexico will occur in 2027, 2028, and 2029," as a result of regulatory changes, the growth of renewable energy, and technological maturity. Skysense already operates nearly 200 MWh of storage capacity and plans to deploy another 300 MWh by 2026 , with a strong presence in industrial projects and microgrids. "By 2026, we will undertake a utility-scale BESS project; I have no doubt about it," Garduño stated in an interview with Energía Estratégica, although he cautioned that the market is not yet fully ready and is still in the preparation phase. The regulatory framework has begun to provide clear signals to the sector after years of low investment levels, the executive noted.
The regulations, published in March, recognize for the first time the role of the "storage company" as an autonomous activity within the national electricity system, on par with generation, transmission, and marketing. According to the CEO, one of the most encouraging aspects is the government's willingness to engage with the companies.
"It's a very open government that is listening closely to the private sector, and truly listening," he emphasized, adding that Skysense participated in consultations on the regulatory design, especially regarding storage. Garduño stressed that the urgency to accelerate investment is clear, but cautioned that it cannot be done haphazardly.
The challenge is aligning regulation with viable financial models that enable mass deployment. Despite the current uncertainty surrounding available market revenue, given that the primary commodity for battery storage today is power, Skysense is ready to act: "We are in a position to invest as things stand, and we are pursuing it very seriously." "We are buying, installing, and selling energy storage systems at less than half the price of three or four years ago," the CEO revealed. At the same time, energy density has grown considerably .
While a 40-foot container could previously hold 5 MWh, today it's possible to store up to 9 MWh in a 20-foot container. International Expansion: Skysense's strategic shift towards storage began in 2021 , moving away from an exclusive focus on distributed solar generation.
Currently, the company operates with an integrated model: development, engineering, construction, operation, maintenance and asset management.
It has its own microgrid management software and a financial vehicle that allows it to own the systems it implements , backed by international funds such as Riverstone . One of the central elements of this strategy is a USD 110 million investment in microgrid projects in Mexico and other countries in the region.
"We expect to have her fully committed by mid-2026," Garduño said.
Part of that capital is already being deployed, backed by commercial agreements and additional funding. Skysense's expansion plans include both the industrial sector and large-scale (utility scale) projects .
The focus remains on trading behind the meter, but they are preparing to enter the open market aggressively as soon as conditions are right.
“We haven’t participated yet because the environment isn’t ready, but we know the market will come and we’re preparing,” he emphasized. It’s worth noting that they recently announced a strategic alliance with BYD Energy Storage, which represents a key pillar in the company’s growth. The partnership between the two companies is based on technical and commercial collaboration that includes co-investment, technological support, and a shared long-term vision. “We don’t see the manufacturer as just a supplier; we need a partner who will answer our calls when we need them, someone with a strategic vision for the region,” the CEO stressed.
This alliance represents a validation of Skysense's work and, at the same time, a mutual commitment to the Mexican market. Skysense's regional rollout is also progressing rapidly. It is currently developing projects in Colombia, Central America, and the Caribbean , and is evaluating opportunities in markets such as Argentina and the Dominican Republic .
In the Colombian case, projects in non-interconnected areas stand out, where the country's topography limits grid expansion and opens opportunities for hybrid solutions. "The only thing political forces in Colombia agree on is the development of renewables," observes Garduño, who identifies a growing awareness that the energy transition cannot be understood without energy storage .
For Skysense, that is the path that will mark the coming years: growth, technological advancement, and impactful deployment.