Manila Water boosts RE initiatives
Manila Water is steadily advancing its renewable energy initiatives as part of its broader climate change mitigation strategy, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability, responsible use of energy and operational resilience.
The company has energized over 3,000 kilowatts peak (kWp) of solar capacity across multiple facilities. This includes the landmark installations inaugurated in February 2025, which remain the largest solar plant installations in the Philippine water utility sector.
These facilities, developed in partnership with Ditrolic Energy, span three strategic locations and continue to reduce grid dependency while lowering operational costs.
Manila Water’s renewable energy efforts have since expanded further. In December 2024, the company signed a Power Purchase Agreement with MSpectrum to support additional solar projects, underscoring its long-term commitment to clean energy.
The solar installations are being rolled out in 10 East Zone facilities, aligning with the government’s renewable energy goals, and the company’s Energy Masterplan and Outlook.
These initiatives form part of Manila Water’s Accelerate Decarbonization strategy, which also includes the integration of four pilot electric vehicles into fleet operations and the adoption of energy-efficient technologies.
“Our renewable energy initiatives reflect our long-term commitment to climate action and sustainable operations. By investing in solar power and energy efficiency, we are not only reducing emissions but also building a more resilient water utility for future generations,” Manila Water East Zone chief operating officer Arnold Mortera said.
