Powering Up: Future-proofing the Philippine energy mix

Editor’s Note: This roundtable discussion was organized by BrandRap in partnership with the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines and is sponsored by AboitizPower. No member of the news and editorial team participated in the publishing of this piece.

Reliable, affordable, and sustainable power means securing a brighter future for the Philippines.

A future-proof energy plan starts with a diverse portfolio of sources, and the Philippines has its eyes set on building a cleaner, stronger, and affordable energy mix. So what does this diversified energy mix look like, and how do we effectively and equitably transition to this, while ensuring energy reliability? We collaborate with industry experts to brainstorm the future of our country’s energy foundations.

Returning to moderate the panel is Ruth Yu-Owen, Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Committee chairperson of the European Chamber of Commerce. Joining her once again is Rowaldo “Wali” Del Mundo, associate dean of the College of Engineering, University of the Philippines – Diliman. With them are Energy Undersecretary Mylene Capongcol and Fortunato Leynes, president and CEO of the National Transmission Corporation.

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