Trouble brewing: Maya people in Yucatán fear new Heineken plant’s thirst for water

The GuardianSaturday, October 4, 2025 at 11:01:03 AM
Trouble brewing: Maya people in Yucatán fear new Heineken plant’s thirst for water
Indigenous Maya communities in Yucatán are raising alarms over a new Heineken brewery that threatens their already limited access to water. During a recent procession in Mérida, families expressed their concerns about the potential impact on their way of life, emphasizing that water should not be commodified. This situation highlights the ongoing struggle for water rights among indigenous groups in Mexico, as they fight to protect their resources and cultural heritage.
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