18 December 2025 – Pasig City, Philippines – Meralco PowerGen Corporation (MGEN), through its thermal subsidiary Panay Energy Development Corporation (PEDC), officially launched its support for the Sustainable Mud Crab Fattening through Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS) project to benefit the Ingore-Baldoza Fisherfolk Association in Barangay Ingore, Iloilo City. This initiative is in collaboration with the Local Government Unit of Barangay Ingore and with the support of Taytay Sa Kauswagan (TSKI) and the Department of Science and Technology (DOST).
The project aims to provide the local fisherfolk community with a sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative livelihood while promoting responsible aquaculture practices that protect marine biodiversity. It aims to equip the Ingore-Baldoza Fisherfolk Association, a community-based group actively engaged in sustainable aquaculture, with RAS technology to support mud crab fattening – a model program that can be replicated in other coastal communities.
“PEDC’s commitment to sustainable development is reflected in this project, which empowers local communities and promotes environmental stewardship. As an MGEN company, we continue to drive economic impact and stay true to our mission of Powering a Better Future, ” said Felino M. Bernardo, MGEN Thermal President and CEO.”
TSKI – with its extensive experience in community empowerment – has been a key partner in implementing the program, while the LGU of Barangay Ingore and DOST provide guidance and technical support to ensure long-term sustainability.
The launch event was graced by representatives from TSKI, LGU-Brgy. Ingore, Ingore-Baldoza Fisherfolk Association, and DOST, highlighting the collaborative effort towards sustainable development.
Through this project, MGEN – through PEDC – continues to demonstrate its commitment to programs that empower communities, strengthen livelihoods, and promote sustainable practices. By supporting projects that nurture both people and the planet, MGEN continues to power a better tomorrow for the communities it serves.
