UMVA has learned that a strategic partnership is reshaping the energy landscape of New Clark City, as the Bases Conversion and Development Authority joins forces with leading Japanese firms.
On May 29, three memoranda of understanding were signed, binding Sustech, Inc., Marubeni Corp., Index Strategy, Inc., and Yachiyo Engineering Co., Ltd. to a bold agenda of renewable energy and smart‑grid integration across BCDA‑managed sites.
The agreements target a seamless blend of clean power generation, advanced demand forecasting, and large‑scale energy storage, creating an infrastructure‑ready ecosystem that will power New Clark City and the broader Clark Integrated Transport System.
In collaboration with Sustech, BCDA will pilot renewable generation projects, fine‑tune grid‑level storage solutions, and harness predictive analytics to balance supply and demand with unprecedented precision.
Meanwhile, Marubeni will explore low‑carbon infrastructure opportunities, evaluating power generation ventures that could turn New Clark City into a model of sustainable urban development.
Index Strategy and Yachiyo Engineering are tasked with a comprehensive feasibility study for the Clark Integrated Transport System, ensuring that transportation networks evolve in harmony with the emerging clean‑energy grid.
Trade Secretary Ma. Cristina A. Roque emphasized that these collaborations deepen economic ties with Japan while unlocking vital investment in infrastructure, energy, and transport.
The initiatives align with the Luzon Economic Corridor’s vision, positioning the Philippines as a magnet for future investors seeking cutting‑edge, green projects.
As regional tensions push oil prices higher, the Philippines is accelerating its renewable rollout, aiming to lift the share of clean energy from 25 % in 2025 to 35 % by 2030.
