PHP7B Tanawon Geothermal Plant inaugurated in Sorsogon

The PHP7 billion Tanawon Geothermal Power Plant was inaugurated in Sorsogon City, adding a 22-megawatt capacity to the country's power grid and expected to generate 159,000 MWh annually while reducing carbon dioxide emissions by over 38,000 tons.

Energy Secretary Sharon Garin emphasized the importance of building more geothermal power plants in the Philippines to reclaim its position as the world's leading source of geothermal energy from its current third place behind the US and Indonesia.

EDC President Jerome Cainglet highlighted that the project, completed after 27 months with support from First Gen Corp., is a significant step towards energy security and climate resilience.

Garin pledged government support for companies pursuing such projects despite high investment costs, aligning with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s vision of balancing progress and sustainability.

EDC plans to develop more geothermal projects including a 70 to 120 MW plant in Mindanao and other sites in Rizal and Negros, aiming to commission four growth projects this year.