Construction has begun on a 99MW solar power plant in Tantangan, South Cotabato, a project expected to provide clean energy to more than 82,000 households in the Philippines.
The ₱4.49 billion initiative is funded through British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development finance institution, in partnership with HSBC and Pentagreen Capital.
It is part of a growing collaboration between the UK and the Philippines in renewable energy development.
Once operational, the solar farm is projected to generate enough electricity to power over 82,000 homes annually and prevent around 66,000 tonnes of carbon emissions each year.
Mike Welch, Chargé d’Affaires a.i. at the British Embassy Manila, said:
“This new joint financing facility between the UK’s British International Investment and Pentagreen, with ib vogt Singapore will support a 99MWp solar power project in South Cotabato, Mindanao.
“This will have a positive impact on local communities and businesses, as well as supporting the broader energy transition in the country.”
The plant is being developed by international solar company ib vogt and is their second major project in Mindanao. Construction and operations are expected to create jobs locally and strengthen the national electricity grid.
The Tantangan development adds to a series of UK-backed renewable energy projects in the Philippines, including wind farms in Luzon and Visayas, and what is set to become the country’s largest solar installation in Nueva Ecija.
These investments are intended to expand renewable capacity, support economic growth, and contribute to global climate goals.
