The Philippines and the Republic of Korea have launched the 2024/25 Knowledge Sharing Program (KSP) to enhance bilateral cooperation on clean energy solutions. The initiative, involving Korean energy institutions such as KEEI, KAIST, KOTRA, and KHNP, will focus on electric vehicle infrastructure, renewable energy integration, battery storage, and nuclear energy development.
DOE Undersecretary Alessandro O. Sales emphasized that the program will help shape policies and implement innovative energy solutions to support the country’s energy transition and sustainability goals.
“Through the KSP, we aim to gain invaluable insights and best practices that will help us craft policies, strengthen our institutions, and implement innovative energy solutions that respond to our country’s evolving energy landscape,” Sales said.
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian highlighted that the collaboration will allow the Philippines to benefit from Korea’s advancements in smart grids, battery technologies, and nuclear power, while Korea can gain insights from the Philippines’ expertise in geothermal and pumped-storage hydropower.
“Both our countries envision a greener, more sustainable future. This Knowledge Sharing Program provides an opportunity for mutual learning — Korea can benefit from the Philippines’ longstanding expertise in geothermal and pumped-storage hydropower, while we can gain valuable insights from Korea’s advancements in smart grids, battery technologies, and nuclear energy,” the Senator meanwhile said.
The Philippines has submitted three key proposals under KSP, focusing on accelerating electric vehicle adoption, integrating floating solar and smart grid technologies, and strengthening clean energy capacity-building. With Korea’s support, the initiative will provide technical assistance and policy guidance to help the Philippines achieve its target of 35% renewable energy by 2030.
AEDC Chairman Yoon Sukhun underscored the program’s broader significance, calling it a testament to the enduring partnership between the two nations. The formal launch of KSP 2024/25 reaffirms the commitment of both countries to advancing sustainable energy solutions and ensuring energy security for the future.
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