Sustainable Tecate Pa'l Norte

Sustainable Tecate Pa'l Norte

Sustainability is part of Tecate Pa'l Norte's legacy. By growing our positive footprint with each edition, we sound more uplifting and powerful.

Our commitment

With these actions, Sustainable Tecate Pa'l Norte commits to caring for the planet by promoting a circular economy, reducing emissions, protecting biodiversity, and making efficient use of water. We also promote a more inclusive and equitable society while supporting our community's development.

Sustainable Tecate Pa'l Norte 2025 Results

Circular Economy

Circular Economy

  • We continue to be a Zero Waste to landfill festival
  • 135,000 disposables avoided through reusable cups
  • 11 tons of recycled materials
  • More than 90% of food vendors used compostable packaging, avoiding single-use plastic
Emissions

Emissions

  • More than 1 MWh generated with solar energy
  • 2,500 people carpooled to get to the festival
  • More than 17,000 people used Metrorrey during extended hours
Water

Water

  • More than 100,000 liters of water used in infrastructure were reused for irrigation at Parque Fundidora
  • More than 50,000 liters of drinking water were provided free to attendees
Biodiversity

Biodiversity

  • More than 1,200 volunteers joined the Santa Catarina River Mega Cleanup, removing 15 tons of waste from the ecosystem alongside Parque Fundidora, Regenera, HEINEKEN Mexico, and Ciclica
  • 2 pollinator hotels were installed during the festival days
Community Support

Community Support

  • More than 130 hearing aids were donated in partnership with Ya puedo Escucharte, benefiting over 65 people
  • 13,000 people benefited through our merchandise in alliance with Doctors Without Borders, Humind, Ya puedo Escucharte, and Parque Ecologico Chipinque
  • More than 230 people benefited from our food donation program alongside Alimento Para Todos
Inclusion

Inclusion

  • 30 shows interpreted in Mexican Sign Language
  • 120 deaf people experienced the music through sensory vests from Fundacion Ocesa
  • More than 230 people with disabilities enjoyed the festival through our accessible program
  • More than 30 psycho-emotional crises were attended at the White Point
Equity

Equity

  • We maintain a 50/50 distribution between men and women on the volunteer team

Sustainable Tecate Pa'l Norte 2026 Strategy

Circular Economy

Reusable Cups

Enjoy your drinks without generating waste

Zero Waste

We segregate and avoid landfill disposal

Zero single-use items

Implementation in our food areas

Merch from banners

Unique sports bags made from previous editions banners

Emissions

Renewable energy

Growing the use of renewable energy

Sustainable mobility

Extended Metrorrey hours and exclusive parking for carpools

Water

Hydration stations

Drinking water available at no cost

Sustainable water use

Water used at the festival is reused for irrigation of Parque Fundidora gardens

Biodiversity

Wildlife protection

We ensure the safety of Parque Fundidora ducks

Awareness campaign

About biodiversity within Parque Fundidora

Community Support

Sustainable merch

Merch in collaboration with Humind and Doctors Without Borders

Food donation

All food will be utilized through the alliance with Alimento Para Todos

Inclusion

White Point

Space for mental health care

Immersive experience

For deaf people to feel music through vibrations with sensory vests

MSL interpreters

Main stage shows with interpretation in Mexican Sign Language

Accessible platforms and restrooms

To improve the experience at main stages for people with disabilities

Equity

Purple Point

To promote a space without harassment or discrimination

Gender equality

Gender equality in volunteer team

Leave your positive footprint

This is what you can do in your daily life to leave a positive footprint on the world.

  • Remember the 3 Rs: reduce your consumption, reuse what you can, and recycle the rest

  • Unplug any electronic devices you are not using

  • Keep the refrigerator clean; excess bags and packaging require more power and generate more emissions

  • Use LED lights or energy-saving bulbs

  • Plant a tree, all for a green city

  • Take short showers, no more than 5 minutes

  • Get out the bicycle, use public transportation, or carpool

  • Get involved in volunteer activities in your community

  • Learn Mexican Sign Language

  • Keep your car engine in good condition

  • Reduce meat consumption, prioritize locally-sourced products free from animal cruelty

  • Adopt endemic plants from the region, they absorb CO2 from the ambient air

Allied Brands

These organizations help us push our sustainability initiatives forward.

Apodaca Group
Ocesa
Heineken Mexico
Tecate
Cemex
Regenera
Gobierno de Monterrey
Metrorrey
Medicos sin Fronteras
Alimento para todos

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We are ready to collaborate with you on impactful initiatives.

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