Microgrids

A 2.4 MW Hybrid Power Plant and 14 km smart grid that boosts productivity, illuminates lives and expands livelihoods in the remote town of Sabang in Barangay Cabayugan, Palawan.

No energy company, government nor NGO in Southeast Asia had successfully powered a remote township using hybrid powered power infrastructure that is in full compliance with regulations and rules to protect consumers and their environments. The Sabang Project is the first to meet this challenge.

The Sabang Project provides clean, sustainable energy to the host town of the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River, the longest underground river in the world, and a popular tourist and UNESCO World Heritage Site, located in the Carbon Neutral City, Puerto Princesa City.

The Sabang Project has transformed Barangay Cabayugan with increased urbanization and access to basic necessities. WEnergy Global continues to work with local and city governments to develop plans that protect the environment and are aligned with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

The renewable energy power plant was launched in August 2019. The Sabang Project incorporates an expo centre that offers the 350,000 tourists visiting the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River each year an opportunity to learn more about the local environment, renewable energy, energy-saving technologies and innovative ideas that integrate food and energy security.

The Sabang Project delivers an uninterrupted, solar PV-based power supply (in hybrid setting with diesel generators) to 2,500 people and more than 50 businesses in Sabang. It’s estimated the plant will reduce the community’s CO2 emissions by 21,514 tons over 20 years. The solar PV-to-diesel consumption ratio in the energy mix is 80:20, on average.

A 2.4 MW Hybrid Power Plant and 14 km smart grid that boosts productivity, illuminates lives and expands livelihoods in the remote town of Sabang in Barangay Cabayugan, Palawan.

No energy company, government nor NGO in Southeast Asia had successfully powered a remote township using hybrid powered power infrastructure that is in full compliance with regulations and rules to protect consumers and their environments. The Sabang Project is the first to meet this challenge.

The Sabang Project provides clean, sustainable energy to the host town of the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River, the longest underground river in the world, and a popular tourist and UNESCO World Heritage Site, located in the Carbon Neutral City, Puerto Princesa City.

The Sabang Project has transformed Barangay Cabayugan with increased urbanization and access to basic necessities. WEnergy Global continues to work with local and city governments to develop plans that protect the environment and are aligned with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

The renewable energy power plant was launched in August 2019. The Sabang Project incorporates an expo centre that offers the 350,000 tourists visiting the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River each year an opportunity to learn more about the local environment, renewable energy, energy-saving technologies and innovative ideas that integrate food and energy security.

The Sabang Project delivers an uninterrupted, solar PV-based power supply (in hybrid setting with diesel generators) to 2,500 people and more than 50 businesses in Sabang. It’s estimated the plant will reduce the community’s CO2 emissions by 21,514 tons over 20 years. The solar PV-to-diesel consumption ratio in the energy mix is 80:20, on average.

WEnergy Global has been selected to deliver reliable, sustainable electricity to 7,180 households and 300 small local businesses through 16 microgrids spread over 14 barangays in seven municipalities across the service area of the Palawan Electric Cooperative (PALECO). The project will strengthen Palawan’s reputation as a world leader in sustainability and clean, decentralized energy systems.

Over 10 million people, or 2.5 million households and businesses, in the Philippines do not have access to electricity. That includes thousands in remote communities in the pristine province of Palawan.

Palawan’s beautiful beaches, clear waters, and natural wonders generate significant tourism income. To ensure the environment is protected, rural electrification must meet stringent eligibility and renewable energy capability requirements set by the Department of Energy (DOE) and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).

Families will be able to use electrical appliances and machines more regularly, and increase income levels. Children can study via online education. Healthcare services, such as vaccine rollouts during pandemics, will be more reliable. Streetlighting is expected to be provided by the local government to enhance safety and security, in particular to women and girls.

The Palawan Project investment is estimated to be PHP 1 billion (US$ 18.5 million). The planned distribution network will consist of approximately 175 km of primary and secondary power lines with smart remote communicating power meters, energized by 3,800 kWp solar PV, 2,000 kW diesel generators and batteries with a total capacity of 4,200 kWh. The operation and maintenance of the assets will be in hands of locally trained professionals.

As well as an increase in tourism investment and arrivals, the new electricity infrastructure will spur the creation of more enterprises, more jobs and inventions that will improve the standard of living of Palaweños and make Palawan a true model for inclusive, sustainable development.

WEnergy Global has been selected to deliver reliable, sustainable electricity to 7,180 households and 300 small local businesses through 16 microgrids spread over 14 barangays in seven municipalities across the service area of the Palawan Electric Cooperative (PALECO). The project will strengthen Palawan’s reputation as a world leader in sustainability and clean, decentralized energy systems.

Over 10 million people, or 2.5 million households and businesses, in the Philippines do not have access to electricity. That includes thousands in remote communities in the pristine province of Palawan.

Palawan’s beautiful beaches, clear waters, and natural wonders generate significant tourism income. To ensure the environment is protected, rural electrification must meet stringent eligibility and renewable energy capability requirements set by the Department of Energy (DOE) and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).

Families will be able to use electrical appliances and machines more regularly, and increase income levels. Children can study via online education. Healthcare services, such as vaccine rollouts during pandemics, will be more reliable. Streetlighting is expected to be provided by the local government to enhance safety and security, in particular to women and girls.

The Palawan Project investment is estimated to be PHP 1 billion (US$ 18.5 million). The planned distribution network will consist of approximately 175 km of primary and secondary power lines with smart remote communicating power meters, energized by 3,800 kWp solar PV, 2,000 kW diesel generators and batteries with a total capacity of 4,200 kWh. The operation and maintenance of the assets will be in hands of locally trained professionals.

As well as an increase in tourism investment and arrivals, the new electricity infrastructure will spur the creation of more enterprises, more jobs and inventions that will improve the standard of living of Palaweños and make Palawan a true model for inclusive, sustainable development.

The island communities of Panlaitan and Bulalacao, home to 1,300 households and 57 commercial consumers, are deprived of access to energy. WEnergy Global has been commissioned to plan, design and develop a reliable, clean and sustainable energy supply, to provide access to basic services and promote progress in the communities.

Communities pay a high price to transport diesel fuel to the islands in order to run their generator sets for only a few hours of electricity. The unreliable and costly electricity supply hinders progress and undermines the potential of local tourism and fishery industries.

Fish-abundant waters and beautiful beaches mean the island communities of Panlaitan and Bulalacao rely on fishing and tourism for their livelihoods. A clean, reliable energy supply will protect the environment and enable the sustainable expansion of these vital sources of income.

The installation of hybrid microgrids in both islands will boost sustainable livelihoods. They’ll ensure the communities are healthier, safer, better educated, more productive, and enjoy a higher standard of living. People will no longer have to waste a day travelling to the main islands just to buy expensive fuel for a few hours of electricity.

The island communities of Panlaitan and Bulalacao, home to 1,300 households and 57 commercial consumers, are deprived of access to energy. WEnergy Global has been commissioned to plan, design and develop a reliable, clean and sustainable energy supply, to provide access to basic services and promote progress in the communities.

Communities pay a high price to transport diesel fuel to the islands in order to run their generator sets for only a few hours of electricity. The unreliable and costly electricity supply hinders progress and undermines the potential of local tourism and fishery industries.

Fish-abundant waters and beautiful beaches mean the island communities of Panlaitan and Bulalacao rely on fishing and tourism for their livelihoods. A clean, reliable energy supply will protect the environment and enable the sustainable expansion of these vital sources of income.

The installation of hybrid microgrids in both islands will boost sustainable livelihoods. They’ll ensure the communities are healthier, safer, better educated, more productive, and enjoy a higher standard of living. People will no longer have to waste a day travelling to the main islands just to buy expensive fuel for a few hours of electricity.

WEnergy Global conducted pre-feasibility studies, for Solarization of Island Grids in Nusa Tenggara Timur, to investigate the potential of solar PV with battery energy storage to reduce the dependency on diesel power. A total of 8 sites and 45 villages in Nusa Tenggara Timur were identified and surveyed.

WEnergy Global conducted pre-feasibility studies, for Solarization of Island Grids in Nusa Tenggara Timur, to investigate the potential of solar PV with battery energy storage to reduce the dependency on diesel power. A total of 8 sites and 45 villages in Nusa Tenggara Timur were identified and surveyed.

WEnergy Global is conducting feasibility studies on multiple sites spread out over the mainland and island communities of Papua New Guinea in partnership with USAID. On-site data is crucial to optimise, design and energise communities sustainably.

Locations have been selected for further feasibility assessment to deliver, sustainable electricity to approximately 5000 households and 150 small local businesses. Creating energy autonomy and reliability provides opportunities to improve education, health services, economic growth and social security.

WEnergy Global uses in-field experience and engagement with local communities to collect valuable data and build partnerships for successful implementation and operation of microgrids in remote and isolated areas.

WEnergy Global is conducting feasibility studies on multiple sites spread out over the mainland and island communities of Papua New Guinea in partnership with USAID. On-site data is crucial to optimise, design and energise communities sustainably.

Locations have been selected for further feasibility assessment to deliver, sustainable electricity to approximately 5000 households and 150 small local businesses. Creating energy autonomy and reliability provides opportunities to improve education, health services, economic growth and social security.

WEnergy Global uses in-field experience and engagement with local communities to collect valuable data and build partnerships for successful implementation and operation of microgrids in remote and isolated areas.