24/07/2025
CAVITE RENEWABLE ENERGY
Cavite is rapidly emerging as a key player in the Philippines’ transition to sustainable energy, with significant renewable energy projects taking shape across the province. From solar power to wind energy, these initiatives position Cavite at the forefront of the nation’s clean energy movement.
Prime Solar Solutions Corporation inaugurated a 64-megawatt (MW) solar power plant in Maragondon. This facility is part of a broader 128 MW pilot project, which also includes a second site in Tanauan, Batangas. Designed to supply electricity to approximately 84,000 households and offset more than 100,000 tons of coal annually, the Maragondon plant represents a major step forward in Cavite’s commitment to environmental sustainability.
In Dasmariñas, Taiwan-based sanitary ware manufacturer HCG is constructing a 660-kilowatt (kW) solar facility within its 10-hectare property. This project builds on HCG’s partnership with First Gen, which began in 2020 through a supply agreement under the Retail Competition and Open Access (RCOA) program. The initiative highlights Cavite’s growing appeal as a destination for environmentally conscious industrial investments.
Meanwhile, MSpectrum, a Meralco subsidiary, has installed a solar rooftop system for General Trias Water Corp. (GTWC). The ₱2.5-million system will generate approximately 45,350 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of renewable energy per year—enough to support GTWC’s water pumping operations. This project marks the first collaboration between Meralco and GTWC, which has been providing water services in General Trias, Naic, Alfonso, and parts of neighboring provinces since 1995. It serves as a model for how public utilities in Cavite can incorporate sustainable practices into their operations.
Cavite’s renewable energy momentum also extends to wind power. Maragondon Wind Energy Corp. (MWEC) is planning a 200-MW onshore wind project, with construction set to begin in 2026 and commercial operations targeted for December 2028. The ₱10.58-billion project will span 4,941 hectares across seven barangays, featuring up to 36 wind turbines—each capable of producing 9 MW. The facility will be supported by substations that will connect it to the Luzon power grid. Divided into two 100-MW phases, the project aims to diversify Cavite’s energy mix, reduce dependence on fossil fuels, and contribute to the country’s climate and energy targets.
These large-scale solar and wind developments underscore Cavite’s growing role in the country’s renewable energy journey. Through strong collaboration among government, industry, and local communities, the province is steadily positioning itself as a leader in clean energy—helping power a more sustainable and resilient future for the nation.
