Standalone energy storage project financing options in Philippines 2030

How to encourage sustainable and green project financing in the Philippines?

Last year, the central bank of the Philippines, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), proposed the introduction of new incentives to encourage sustainable and green project financing in the country. However, legislation needs to be passed establishing specific banking guidelines, criteria and benchmarks for renewable energy project financing.

How can the Philippine government achieve a sustainable future?

The Philippine government has earmarked that renewable energy make up 35% of its energy mix by 2030 and 50% by 2040. Policies to help reach those goals include active participation in the Green Energy Auction Programme (GEAP).

Why is mterra solar investing in the Philippines?

With this financial backing, MTerra Solar aims to accelerate its solar infrastructure projects, strengthening the Philippines’ energy security while reducing dependence on fossil fuels. As the country moves toward cleaner energy solutions, how do you see the role of large-scale solar investments shaping the future of power generation?

How much money will the Philippines spend on gas projects in 2021?

From 2021 to 2023, local banks financed USD 1.2 billion for gas projects, up from only USD 296.5 million in funding from 2009 to 2020. Gas financing will likely escalate with both local and international banks keen to enter the sector, since the Philippines is building a major LNG import terminal and gas-to-power project.

What role does the power sector play in the Philippines?

The power sector in the Philippines accounts for 58% of the country’s overall carbon emissions and will be an important driver of domestic emission reduction efforts to meet national climate and energy targets. Renewables, such as offshore wind, are expected to play a key role in the transition toward a low-carbon energy mix.

Why is the Philippine energy sector struggling?

Another problem for the Philippine energy sector comes from the increase in gas project funding. From 2021 to 2023, local banks financed USD 1.2 billion for gas projects, up from only USD 296.5 million in funding from 2009 to 2020.