FEU renews renewable energy deal with First Gen Corp

Far Eastern University (FEU) has renewed its agreement with First Gen Corporation for the direct supply of renewable energy to its campuses in Manila and Alabang.

The partnership will provide 600 kilowatts (kW) of electricity to FEU Alabang and 650 kW to the FEU Institute of Technology.

FEU President Juan Miguel R. Montinola stated that the university aims for the greatest social and learning impact with the smallest environmental footprint.

He also highlighted that the university now operates fully on renewable power, which supports the preservation of heritage buildings and serves as an example to students.

The collaboration between FEU and First Gen began in 2017, initially supplying electricity to parts of the main FEU campus under the Retail Competition and Open Access program.

This program permits large electricity consumers, those using at least 500 kW monthly, to select their electricity providers.

Carlos Lorenzo L. Vega, a vice-president at First Gen, stated that using diverse power sources and independent producers helps stabilize power costs and lower carbon emissions.