Mexico to Relocate Hidalgo Circular Economy Park After Local Rejection
The decision follows an official consultation certifying a 63.10% vote against the proposed Tula site.
Overview
- President Claudia Sheinbaum said her administration will honor the result and tasked the environment ministry to find a new location.
- The IEEH reported 12,259 total votes across three municipalities, a turnout of 8.77% of the electoral roll.
- Official results show 7,736 votes (63.10%) against the project and 4,334 (35.35%) in favor, with 189 null ballots.
- Tula de Allende voters were mostly supportive, while Atitalaquia and Tlaxcoapan registered majority opposition.
- The IEEH validated 100% of tally sheets from 78 polling stations, and SEMARNAT chief Alicia Bárcena was seen at the National Palace following the vote.