Philippines Cebu Family Energy Storage Series

What is MGen's new energy storage facility in Cebu?

The Cebu facility is the second for MGEN after the planned 4,500 megawatt-hour energy storage project in Nueva Ecija, which broke ground in November 2024. / PNA MGEN's 49MW Battery Energy Storage System in Toledo, Cebu, targets full completion by 2027, boosting Visayas grid stability and clean energy transition.

What's new at MGen Cebu?

The Cebu facility is the second for MGEN after the planned 4,500 megawatt-hour energy storage project in Nueva Ecija, which broke ground in November 2024. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. was present during the groundbreaking of the Terra Solar Project, the largest integrated solar and battery storage facility in the world to date. (PNA)

When will MERALCO PowerGen's battery energy storage system be completed?

(PNA) MANILA – Completion of the first phase of Meralco PowerGen Corporation’s (MGEN) Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Toledo, Cebu is targeted by 2026, with full completion eyed the following year. The first phase has a 25 MW capacity while full capacity is 49 MW.

Why should we invest in energy storage in the Philippines?

“This energy storage project is not just another venture—it is a testament to our shared commitment to advancing clean energy in the Philippines. By integrating advanced storage technology, we are not only enhancing grid stability but also ensuring that renewable energy can be supplied reliably, day and night.