Philippines gets first megawatt-scale floating solar farm [View all]
The floating solar array in Malubog Reservoir
Philippines gets first megawatt-scale floating solar farm
Energy Source and Distribution | August 12, 2025
US firm Black & Veatch has successfully delivered the Philippines first megawatt-scale floating solar photovoltaic (PV) facility, marking a milestone in renewable energy innovation and sustainable mining practices.
Commissioned by Carmen Copper Corporation, the 3ha floating solar array on Malubog Reservoir features 8,540 solar panels generating up to 4.99MW of clean energyenough to meet 10% of the mines power needs.
The project is designed to scale up to 50MW, with the potential to fully power Carmen Coppers operations with renewable energy.
Black & Veatch managing director Asia Pacific Jerin Raj said, This project exemplifies how engineering excellence and environmental stewardship can converge to deliver transformative infrastructure...more
https://esdnews.com.au/philippines-completes-first-megawatt-scale-floating-solar-farm/
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So US Companies like Black & Veatch are now building renewable projects in the Philippines!

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