Energy stakeholders have pledged to expand electrification in rural and island areas following President Marcos Jr.’s announcement of 200 new power plants over the next three years.
Despite progress, the country has yet to achieve total electrification, with many Filipinos still facing high electricity costs.
Maria Theresa Cruz Capellan of the Philippine Solar and Storage Energy Alliance emphasized the potential of solar and battery technologies as long-term solutions for remote communities.
The Philippine Independent Power Producers Association expressed full support for government efforts toward sustainable energy and increased capacity.
Meanwhile, the National Electrification Administration is working closely with electric cooperatives to deploy renewable energy solutions in hard-to-reach areas, aiming to power more unserved sitios and barangays nationwide.
Source: PhilNews24 | July 31, 2025
ENERGY FIRMS COMMIT TO EXPANDING POWER ACCESS IN RURAL COMMUNITIES
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