Tag: Renewable Energy

  • Philippines Shatters Records with PHP1.9 Trillion in Investment Pledges for 2024!

    In a stunning economic milestone, the Philippines has soared to new heights with a record-breaking PHP1.9 trillion in approved investment pledges for 2024. The Board of Investments (BOI) announced this monumental achievement on February 24, 2025, highlighting the Marcos administration’s successful strategy to elevate the country as a top-tier investment hub. This surge represents a…

  • Philippines Fast-Tracks $65 Million Solar Projects with Green Lane Endorsement

    MANILA – The Board of Investments (BOI) has given a significant boost to two solar power initiatives by Upgrade Energy Philippines, Inc. (UGEP), endorsing them for expedited permit and license processing across various government levels. The BOI issued Green Lane Certificates of Endorsement for the PHP2.11-billion Cabangan Solar Project in Zambales and the PHP1.51-billion Pontevedra…

  • Supreme Court Shocker: Renewable Energy Developers No Longer Need DOE Endorsement for VAT Refunds!

    In a groundbreaking decision, the Supreme Court has declared that renewable energy developers do not require an endorsement from the Department of Energy to claim VAT refunds. This ruling came after the court’s Third Division reviewed a case brought by Maibarara Geothermal, Inc., which sought a refund exceeding PHP80 million for the year 2013. The…

  • Philippine Business Leader Optimistic About High-Level Investments and Partnerships

    Jaime Augusto Zobel de Ayala, the influential chairman of Ayala Corporation, expressed a strong belief in the Philippines’ potential for growth and readiness for significant investments and partnerships. Speaking at a recent board meeting of the US-Philippines Society (USPS) in Makati City, Zobel de Ayala, often referred to as JAZA, encouraged businesses to tap into…

  • Alyansa Candidates Pledge to Resolve Power Issues in Davao Region

    In a determined effort to tackle the persistent power supply challenges in the Davao Region, senatorial candidates from the Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas coalition have committed to legislative action if they secure victory in the upcoming May 12 mid-term elections. During a campaign rally in Tagum City, Davao del Norte, the candidates outlined their…

  • Albay Power Company Educates Local Communities on Energy Regulatory Fund Utilization

    In a significant move to enhance community engagement, AboitizPower Renewables Inc. (APRI) organized an educational session in Tiwi, Albay, on February 10, 2025. The event was designed to equip local barangay officials, representatives from local government units, and national agencies with the knowledge needed to effectively utilize energy regulatory (ER) funds. The session, attended by…

  • Albay Power Company Educates Local Communities on Energy Fund Utilization

    In a significant move to enhance community development, AboitizPower Renewables Inc. (APRI) organized an educational session in Tiwi, Albay, focusing on the effective use of energy regulatory (ER) funds. The event, held on February 10, 2025, attracted participants from various local and national government bodies, aiming to equip them with the knowledge needed to tap…

  • Renewable Energy Bids Surpass Goals in Third Green Energy Auction

    MANILA – The third round of the Green Energy Auction (GEA-3) has seen a robust response from renewable energy developers, with bids exceeding the Department of Energy’s (DOE) target of 4,650 megawatts (MW). The DOE announced that the auction attracted 14 projects, totaling a tendered capacity of 7,530.89 MW, scheduled for delivery between 2025 and…

  • Philippines Advocates for Openness and Cooperation in Climate Governance

    In a significant gathering in Manila, the Philippines underscored the critical need for transparency, accountability, and cooperative efforts in tackling climate challenges that span across social and national lines. During the Open Government Partnership Asia-Pacific Regional Meeting on February 7, Climate Change Commission Vice Chairperson and Executive Director Robert E.A. Borje emphasized the nation’s dedication…

  • Philippines Achieves Unprecedented Renewable Energy Milestone in 2024 with 794 MW Installed

    In a significant stride towards sustainable energy, the Philippines recorded its highest ever installation of renewable energy capacity in 2024, reaching 794.34 megawatts (MW). The Department of Energy (DOE) announced this achievement, highlighting a substantial increase from the previous years’ total of 759.82 MW installed between 2021 and 2023. The year 2021 saw an installation…