PNOC inks deal for solar power integration in 2 MMDA facilities

Metropolitan Manila Development Authority Chairman Don Artes. INQUIRER.net file photo / NOY MORCOSO

MANILA, Philippines — The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has secured the procurement of solar power systems for its office and facility projects through a partnership with the Philippine National Oil Company (PNOC).

Under a Memorandum of Understanding signed on Monday, the MMDA and PNOC will collaborate on integrating solar power systems into MMDA facilities in Cavite and Pasig City to promote cost-efficient electricity consumption.

“Together, we are embarking on projects that represent our shared vision for a cleaner and more energy-efficient future,” said MMDA Chairman Atty. Don Artes in his speech.

A ground-mounted solar photovoltaic (PV) system is proposed to be installed at the MMDA Carmona Development, which has been repurposed as a center for “training, disaster response, and environmental sustainability.”

Meanwhile, a rooftop solar PV system is planned for installation at the MMDA Annex Building in Pasig City, which—along with the MMDA Head Office—has been recognized as a Building for Ecologically Responsive Design Excellence (BERDE)-certified government facility.

The agency aims to earn a BERDE 3-star rating for the MMDA Facility in Pasig to further demonstrate its commitment to climate-responsive infrastructure.

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For his part, PNOC President and Chief Executive Officer Oliver Butalid said the initiative aligns with the company’s vision of promoting renewable energy and energy self-sufficiency in government operations.

“By using the solar PV system, [Butalid] assured that the MMDA will significantly save on electricity costs and contribute to the government’s goal of increasing the use of renewable energy,” the statement said mostly in Filipino.

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Also in attendance at the ceremony were Deputy Chairman Undersecretary Frisco San Juan Jr., General Manager Usec. Procopio Lipana, officials, and representatives from MMDA and PNOC. Nelson Jr. Caparas, INQUIRER.net trainee