The Department of Energy is accelerating the grid entry of about 1,471 megawatts of committed new power capacity from 22 projects targeted for operation by April to mitigate the impact of the Middle East crisis.
The incoming capacities will be sourced from renewable energy. This includes 12 solar projects accounting for about 1,284 MW, six hydroelectric plants with 48.23 MW, two biomass facilities with 38 MW, one wind project with 13.56 MW and one 20-MW integrated renewable energy storage system.
These projects reflect the country’s shift toward a sustainable energy mix and support the government’s response under Executive Order No. 110. The order aims to secure stable electricity for households and businesses while easing the pressure of rising fuel costs.
Energy Secretary Sharon Garin said the timely delivery of committed capacity is imperative at a time when the country must act with urgency to protect the power system.
“Every megawatt that can be safely and lawfully brought into the grid strengthens our ability to meet demand, manage supply risks, and protect consumers,” Garin said.
“The department is fully engaged across the entire power value chain … to help ensure that these projects move forward at the soonest possible time,” she said.
