The National Geothermal Association of the Philippines (NGAP) will host the 6th Philippine International Geothermal Conference (PIGC6) from Sept. 10-11, 2025, at The Fifth at Rockwell in Makati City.
The conference, themed “Flash Point: Igniting Human Ingenuity and Geothermal Innovation,” will focus on strategies and insights for advancing sustainable geothermal development in the Philippines. It is intended to be a platform for key industry players and stakeholders to network, collaborate and share knowledge.
The event, which highlights NGAP’s commitment to promoting geothermal energy as a key component of the nation’s energy mix, is hosted in partnership with the Department of Energy (DOE) and New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE).
The program will include sessions on strategies for reliable generation; innovative methods for exploration, development and production; synergy with other industries; emerging technologies; Philippine case studies; and environmental, social and governance (ESG) concerns.
The conference is supported by major companies including Energy Development Corp., Maibarara Geothermal Inc. and Aboitiz Power Corp. These companies recognize the thriving local geothermal industry, which is poised to play a larger role in the Philippines’ energy targets.
Some 30.9 megawatts of geothermal capacity have been awarded contracts in the recent Green Energy Auction Program (GEAP3).
To support further development, the DOE is working with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to establish the Philippine Geothermal Resource De-Risking Facility. This fund aims to mitigate exploration risks, a primary hurdle for the industry.
“By addressing the existing challenges and implementing the recommended actions, we can unlock the full potential of the clean and sustainable energy resource,” DOE assistant secretary Mylene Capongcol said during the 5th PIGC.
The Philippines is the third-largest global producer of geothermal energy, after the United States and Indonesia.
