EcoSolar Energy Corporation (ESEC), a subsidiary of PetroGreen Energy Corporation (PGEC), has achieved a major milestone for a key battery energy storage system (BESS) project in the Philippines. By securing critical environmental clearance, the project is set to advance the country’s renewable energy infrastructure and enhance grid stability in the Visayas region.
EcoSolar Energy Advances 20 MW Capiz EcoSolar battery storage Project
EcoSolar Energy Corporation has secured an Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC) for its significant battery energy storage system (BESS) project in Panitan, Capiz. The certificate, issued by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), is a crucial step that allows for the environmentally sound development of the 20-megawatt (MW) facility.
This achievement is the latest in a series of pre-development milestones. ESEC had previously received endorsements from local government units and secured a system impact study (SIS) approval from the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines. With the ECC now in hand, the company is targeting to begin construction and operations by the fourth quarter of 2026. The project marks a significant step forward for the company’s renewable energy portfolio and will play a crucial role in supporting the country’s energy transition.
Advancing Philippines’ Renewable Energy Infrastructure with EcoSolar battery storage
The awarded project will make a vital contribution to the Philippines’ renewable energy infrastructure, particularly for the Panay sub-grid. Battery energy storage systems are essential for balancing the intermittent nature of renewable sources like solar and wind power. They store excess energy generated during peak production times and release it when demand is high or when generation is low, a critical function for grid stability. The growth of Philippines energy storage capacity is a key theme at industry events like Solar & Storage Live Philippines 2025.
EcoSolar Energy’s BESS project in Capiz will help stabilize the local grid and ensure a more reliable supply of clean energy for communities in the Panay region. This is part of a nationwide push to integrate more renewables, with massive undertakings like the 3.5 GW Terra Solar project also underway. By reducing dependence on fossil fuels, such projects are expected to lower greenhouse gas emissions and move the nation toward a cleaner energy future.
Project Boosts Philippines’ Energy Security and Sustainability with EcoSolar battery storage
The successful development of the Capiz BESS project is part of EcoSolar Energy’s broader strategy to expand its renewable energy portfolio. The company is committed to supporting the Philippines’ ambitious goal of achieving a 50% renewable energy share in its power generation mix by 2040. This project aligns perfectly with the government’s vision of a sustainable and resilient energy future, a vision also supported by large-scale foreign investment, such as the impressive 2024 Energy China Deal.
The project underscores the growing momentum within the Philippines Solar Panel Manufacturing market and the entire renewable sector. As the country builds more solar farms, understanding the Basics of Manufacturing for the panels themselves becomes increasingly relevant. The Panitan BESS project is expected to be completed within the next few years, contributing significantly to the Philippines’ growing renewable energy capacity and reinforcing its energy security.
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