Philippine National Oil Company Teams Up with NEDA Region IV-A for Rooftop Solar Project on Government Buildings

In a strategic move to advance sustainable energy practices, the Philippine National Oil Company (PNOC) and the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Region IV-A have formalized a partnership through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA). This agreement represents a significant step in the nation’s commitment to enhancing energy efficiency and reducing electricity costs within government facilities.

The MOA outlines a collaborative effort for the “Rooftop Solar Photovoltaic for Government Buildings Project” (RGB Project). This initiative will commence with the installation of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems on the rooftops of NEDA Region IV-A facilities, aiming to significantly decrease electricity consumption across public buildings.

PNOC President and CEO Oliver B. Butalid and NEDA Assistant Secretary Agnes E. Tolentino signed the MOA, with Assistant Regional Director Carmel P. Matabang present. Both Butalid and Tolentino emphasized the project’s potential to foster sustainable energy solutions and enhance energy efficiency in government operations.

“PNOC is dedicated to advancing the Department of Energy’s energy transition agenda, particularly through improving energy efficiency among government entities. Our role includes providing rooftop solar PV systems, as well as demand aggregation (Retail Electricity Supply) and smart air conditioning technologies,” Butalid noted.

NEDA Region IV-A, renowned for its expertise in socioeconomic planning, has identified energy efficiency as a critical component in optimizing government operations. The RGB Project is expected to deliver substantial cost savings and improved energy management for the region’s facilities.

Assistant Secretary Tolentino expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, “This collaboration represents a promising start and may pave the way for further initiatives, not only within NEDA but across the entire CALABARZON region.”

The RGB Project, led by PNOC, aims to provide comprehensive energy efficiency solutions to government buildings. The initiative anticipates further agreements with other government agencies as part of its expansion.

By utilizing solar PV technology, the project is designed to reduce electricity expenses while advancing the Philippine government’s objectives for renewable energy adoption and climate change mitigation. Both PNOC and NEDA Region IV-A are confident that their joint efforts will serve as a model for other government agencies, highlighting the benefits of transitioning to renewable energy sources.