Will Cebu get a solar power plant in Daanbantayan?

The Province of Cebu had inked a partnership with global energy companies Acciona Energia and Freya Renewables for the development of a 150-megawatt solar power plant in Daanbantayan.

How much solar power does Cebu need?

For Cebu, he said they are only eyeing around a total capacity of 57.5MW. 300mw solar The DOE official urged Acciona to expedite its committed 300 MW Daanbantayan solar project, emphasizing that Cebu urgently needs this capacity, particularly to support Metro Cebu’s daytime energy demands.

What is the Philippines' first megawatt-scale floating solar facility?

The Philippines’ first megawatt-scale floating solar facility in Cebu as seen in a August 2025 handout image. MANILA, Philippines — A floating solar power plant on a reservoir in Cebu has begun supplying energy to a copper mine, marking the country’s first megawatt-scale deployment of the emerging technology.

How will Power be distributed in Cebu?

The initial power output will be distributed through private Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with CEBECO II, the electricity cooperative operating in the province of Cebu, and any excess energy will be sold at the annual green auction hosted by the Department of Energy (DOE).

What is a GW power plant in the Philippines?

Strategically located in the Philippines, the comprehensive development is designed to harness substantial renewable energy resources, boasting a total planned capacity of 3.5 gigawatts (GW) of photovoltaic (PV) power and 4.5 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of energy storage.

Does Cebu need a new generation facility?

Business. CEBU is expected to face no power issues over the next two years; however, to ensure a reliable and self-sustaining energy supply in the long term, it has to come up with new generation facility projects, a top official from the Department of Energy (DOE) said.