The Environmental Debt of PEMEX

Oil production in Mexico has left a significant environmental footprint, driven by decades of large-scale extraction and limited environmental oversight. This report examines how spills, leaks, and waste from petroleum activities have contaminated soils, freshwater systems, and marine ecosystems across the country, with impacts that are often underreported or poorly documented. 

Beyond major incidents, ongoing discharges and industrial byproducts continue to pose long-term risks to ecosystems and communities. The report highlights the scale of this “environmental debt” and the challenges of remediation, emphasizing the need for greater transparency, accountability, and sustainable approaches to managing contaminated sites.