Since February 17, 2025, the use of certain household appliances and other equipment that generates heat is prohibited in offices in Mexico as part of measures to save energy in the country. The General Directorate of Material Resources, Public Works and General Services (DGRMOPySG) informed the Undersecretariat of Expenditures and Administrative Coordination of the Ministry of Finance and Public Credit (SHCP) about these provisions.
Among the prohibited household appliances are refrigerators, mini-fridges, microwave ovens, coffee makers, televisions, radios, and any electrical equipment that generates heat through resistors, such as electric toasters, electric ovens, electric thermoses, heaters, electric fryers, electric coffee makers, and electric hand warmers.
In addition, employees are required to implement measures such as turning off and unplugging devices that are not in use, taking advantage of natural light, turning off unnecessary lights, minimizing the use of multi-plug strips, and utilizing natural ventilation to reduce the use of air conditioners and fans during the hot season.
The prohibition of these household appliances in the offices could negatively affect employees' well-being, reducing their motivation and productivity, which in turn could impact their physical and mental health.
