Sparks fly at Clark

Clean energy takes center stage in the push for profitable, sustainable growth

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rue to its mission of driving the country’s low-carbon transition, The Climate Reality Project Philippines has once again kickstarted its Choosing REnewables campaign. In partnership with the Department of Energy (DOE), this initiative combines public consultation and information outreach on the Green Energy Option Program (GEOP) and other voluntary renewable energy mechanisms to accelerate the shift of both private and public sectors toward clean energy.

The campaign’s first stop was at Clark, Pampanga, with the event held at Quest Plus Conference Center last Oct. 28.

Home to sprawling highways and impressive buildings, Clark is reminiscent of the progressive business districts like Bonifacio Global City in Taguig and Ortigas Center in Pasig City.

“Clark’s potential as an emerging business center is just gaining traction. More companies — local and foreign — are eyeing to get a piece of Clark’s prime real estate pie. But with rising operating expenses across the Philippines, business owners might bite more than they can chew,” said Pocholo Enriquez, energy program lead of Climate Reality Philippines.

Enriquez also authored the organization’s 2024 study on the socioeconomic benefits of clean energy through the GEOP. The Choosing REnewables roadshows were designed as a platform to promote GEOP and gather stakeholders’ insights on how the program can catalyze the country’s transition to renewable energy (RE).