Tesla urges infrastructure kickoff for Santa Catarina Gigafactory
By Editorial
October 15, 2023
October 25, 2023 - Tesla, under the leadership of
Elon Musk, has formally requested the initiation of infrastructure works in the
state of Nuevo León to kickstart the construction of its highly anticipated
Gigafactory in the municipality of Santa Catarina.
Through a memorandum, Tesla has petitioned the
Nuevo León State Government to commence the construction of a comprehensive set
of infrastructure projects related to energy, water, transportation, and
railways, preceding the establishment of its new plant. This includes the
construction of an electrical substation and the necessary infrastructure for the
transmission of electrical energy to the properties.
The company's request extends to the construction
and expansion of railway lines to the properties, as per approved plans by the
competent authority. Additionally, it entails the creation of a railway yard in
coordination with the selected railway operator.
"The construction of an electrical substation
and the necessary infrastructure for the transmission of electrical energy to
the properties. The construction and expansion of railway lines to the properties,
as per approved plans by the competent authority," elucidates the
memorandum.
Furthermore, Tesla emphasizes the need for the
construction of infrastructure for water and sanitation services.
"Provision of treated and potable water to the
Project, through a contract with the Company through the corresponding public
entity. The Company expresses its commitment to maximizing the beneficial use
of treated water for the Investment Project and will make its best efforts to
reduce its consumption of potable water through a sustainable process,"
Tesla stated.
The document underscores the joint recognition by
the company and the government that the project will trigger regional growth.
Hence, both parties acknowledge the crucial need to invest in necessary
infrastructure for access, schools, health centers, and basic services to
support the forthcoming economic and industrial developments.