The Philippine Solar and Storage Energy Alliance (PSSEA) predicts a surge in solar and energy storage projects in 2025, fueled by the Department of Energy's commitment to Green Energy Auctions. However, the alliance also identifies challenges such as grid interconnection limitations, land consolidation issues, and the need for skilled human capital.
The Philippine Solar and Storage Energy Alliance (PSSEA) predicts 2025 to be a pivotal year for solar and energy storage projects in the country. The alliance expressed optimism about the Department of Energy's (DOE) commitment to further rounds of Green Energy Auctions , anticipating solar's key role in bolstering electricity supply.
PSSEA president and board member Ping Mendoza highlighted the inclusion of integrated renewables and energy storage systems (IRESS) in these auctions, demonstrating the Philippines' progressive energy transformation. \Mendoza acknowledged existing challenges in the utility-scale solar sector, particularly grid interconnection limitations and land consolidation difficulties. He emphasized that large-scale solar projects benefit from economies of scale, making these hurdles crucial to overcome. For distributed energy sources like rooftop solar, Mendoza pointed to the need for enhanced consumer experience and trust in the technology, installers, and service providers. He stressed the importance of implementing quality and safety standards to facilitate widespread adoption of solar as the most cost-effective electricity source in the Philippines. Mendoza also advocated for streamlined permitting processes and increased support from local stakeholders, citing the ERC's initiative to establish one-stop shops for net-metering applications as a positive example. \Addressing an emerging risk, Mendoza identified human capital as a critical concern for the industry. He explained that the rapid growth of solar and storage technologies would necessitate a large pool of qualified engineers, skilled labor, project developers, and commercial talent, both domestically and internationally. To avoid a talent shortage, PSSEA is actively engaging with TESDA, DOE, and other relevant stakeholders to raise awareness and ensure institutions prepare for this growing demand. Mendoza underscored the need to retain skilled professionals within the Philippines and prevent them from seeking opportunities abroad. He also highlighted the presence of supportive regulations and policies already in place, emphasizing the importance of their effective implementation at the local level. Capacity building for local governments and communities, according to Mendoza, is essential to accelerate the development of renewable energy projects and address the country's high power costs.
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