Press Releases
MGEN and SPNEC Announce a Strategic Partnership with Actis
Meralco PowerGen Corporation (MGEN) and its subsidiary, Solar Philippines New Energy Corporation (SPNEC) have agreed to enter into a strategic partnership with Actis to invest in a 40% equity stake in Terra Solar Philippines, Inc. (“Terra Solar”) – poised to be the...
MGreen’s Terra Solar Project gets BOI’s Green Lane Certificate
In line with the Philippine government’s thrust for a more diversified and balanced energy mix to address the nation's energy security concerns, the Board of Investments (BOI) has given MGEN Renewable Energy, Inc. (MGreen), the renewable energy arm of Meralco PowerGen...
Energy Executive Emmanuel V. Rubio takes the helm as President of Meralco’s Power Generation Unit
Meralco PowerGen Corporation (MGen), the power generation investment unit of Manila Electric Company (Meralco), has officially appointed energy executive Emmanuel V. Rubio as its President and Chief Executive (CEO) Officer starting July 1, 2024. Rubio brings a wealth...
MGreen units secure funding for solar projects in Isabela and Nueva Ecija
Units of MGen Renewable Energy, Inc. (MGreen), the renewable energy arm of Meralco PowerGen Corporation (MGen), successfully secured funding for two of its solar power plant projects. These projects have a combined capacity of 67.75 megawatts AC (MWac) of renewable...
MGreen’s Greenergy for Global Inc. kicks off solar power plant project in Isabela
Greenergy for Global, Inc. (GGI) celebrated the ceremonial kickoff of its 49 MWac solar power plant in Cordon, Isabela last February 24, 2024. GGI, a subsidiary of MGen Renewable Energy Inc. (MGreen), the renewable energy arm of Meralco PowerGen Corporation...
In the News
Groups want MGen coal plant project’s ECC declared expired
By Adam Ang BusinessWorld VARIOUS anti-coal groups have asked the government to declare the expiration of the environmental compliance certificate (ECC) of Meralco Powergen Corp.’s (MGen) large coal power plant project in Quezon province as its construction was...
Power firms support shift from coal to clean energy
By Alena Mae S. Flores Manila Standard Energy companies, environmental groups and consumers on Wednesday welcomed the Department of Energy’s declaration of a moratorium on endorsements for greenfield or new coal power plants. Energy Secretary Alfonso Cusi...
Major coal players to abide by D.O.E. ban on ‘new’ projects
By Lenie Lectura Business Mirror MAJOR coal power plant producers are supporting the Department of Energy ‘s (DOE) pronouncement to stop endorsing new coal power plant projects. The country’s power mix is dominated by coal, being the cheapest among the...
A commitment to the transition towards a better and more sustainable energy future
By BusinessWorld The coronavirus pandemic has become the biggest global crisis in recent history. Yet, even when the world overcomes this, there are still others far greater looming in the horizon. The World Bank has urged countries to accelerate and...
Back on track
By Manila Standard Atimonan One Energy, Inc. (A1E) gradually resumed activities at its site in Atimonan, Quezon—with full remobilization expected in the coming weeks. A1E has been strictly implementing health and safety protocols at the site, including use of...
MGen moves target date for Bulacan solar farm
By Adam J. Ang | BusinessWorld MERALCO Powergen Corp. (MGen) is still expecting to launch its solar farm in Bulacan within the year despite a delay in construction due to the quarantine restrictions. Last April, PowerSource First Bulacan Solar, Inc. (PFBSI),...
Meralco to pursue auction for additional power supply
By Lenie Lectura | Business Mirror The Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) made an assurance that its power supply is adequate to meet the current demand of its customers and that there is no need to alter its power requirements in the near future. “So far, in terms...
Meralco PowerGen says it conducts ‘full-blown’ environmental impact studies on all projects
By Ted Cordero | GMA News Meralco Powergen Corp. (MGen) on Tuesday said that it conducted environmental impact assessments in all its power plant projects amid calls by Church leaders in Quezon province for it to stop its proposed coal-fired plant project....
A1E, partners distribute insulin plant to seniors, diabetics
By Manila Standard Atimonan, Quezon—With no choice but to stay indoors, many have turned to “plantitos” and “plantitas”—a new term for those now into the gardening craze. What if more people start growing herbs with natural health benefits? The insulin plant...
E-jeep boost Atimonan residents’ fight against COVID-19
By Manila Standard Residents of Atimonan in Quezon province received last week an electric jeepney (e-jeep) from Atimonan One Energy, Inc. (A1E) and e-Sakay, Inc. The PhP1.07 Million e-jeep was turned over to Atimonanayor Rustico Mendoza, who lauded the gift as...