The Waste- to - Energy Business Model in Mexico- A Study of Three Companies in the Country

Abstract

The main objective of this research is to identify the main aspects presented in three companies of energy generation from biogas produced by landfills in three cities of the country- "Benlesa" in Salinas Victoria, Nuevo Leon "Ylem Energy Limited" in Aguascalientes and "Biogas Juarez" in Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua. Analyzing these companies, their way of operating and business environment identifies the existence of business opportunities in this area. It is concluded that there is a great potential of wasted business that works through market mechanisms in strategic alliance with public entities as a more viable option for the reduction of investment risk and the viability of the projects. The use of high technologies, composition of city waste and available infrastructure are key factors