As part of its commitment to reducing carbon emissions and advancing decarbonization, Manila Water will install solar power systems in three major facilities this month.
According to a report by Inquirer, this expansion is in line with the company’s strategy to lower its carbon footprint while providing sustainable water services, supporting the National Energy Efficiency and Conservation Plan (NEECP) of the Department of Energy (DOE) and the government’s goal of energy sufficiency and sustainability.
The three locations set for the installation of solar power are the Cardona Treatment Plant (TP), East La Mesa Treatment Plant (TP), and the San Juan Compound.
The combined solar power capacity of 2.5 megawatts peak (MWp) is expected to generate 3.6 million kilowatt hours (MkWh) per year, reducing the load on the national power grid and helping prevent power alerts.
This initiative will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 2,564 tons of CO2 equivalent (CO2e) annually, as well as help mitigate rising energy costs that impact water rates.
Manila Water Corporate Communication Affairs Group Director Jeric Sevilla stressed the importance of environmental sustainability in the company’s operations, saying that the decentralized solar installation is just one of the many energy-saving solutions being implemented as part of the company’s Energy and Sustainability strategies.
In 2023, Manila Water and Ditrolic Energy joined forces to sign a significant 15-year Solar Facility Power Purchase Agreement worth Php 217 million, showcasing their proactive approach to advancing sustainable energy solutions for the future.
The installation of solar PV systems across these three locations is set for the fourth quarter of 2024, and upon completion, these initiatives will not only boost operational efficiency but also positively impact the communities of Metro Manila, Rizal Province, San Juan City, and Quezon City.
