Is Aboitiz Power Building a hybrid battery energy storage system in Cebu?

MANILA, Philippines — Aboitiz Power Corp. is building a 30-megawatt hybrid battery energy storage system (BESS) project within the Mactan Economic Zone in Cebu. Slated for commissioning in the first half of 2026, the project is poised to become one of the first large-scale energy storage systems in Central Visayas.

What is MGen's new energy storage facility in Cebu?

The Cebu facility is the second for MGEN after the planned 4,500 megawatt-hour energy storage project in Nueva Ecija, which broke ground in November 2024. / PNA MGEN's 49MW Battery Energy Storage System in Toledo, Cebu, targets full completion by 2027, boosting Visayas grid stability and clean energy transition.

What is a hybrid energy storage system in Central Visayas?

Considered one of the first large-scale energy storage systems in Central Visayas, the hybrid BESS will provide ancillary services by storing surplus electricity and releasing it to the grid when needed to help stabilize power supply.

Where is EAUC building a 30-MW hybrid battery energy storage system?

The 30-MW hybrid Battery Energy Storage System will be built inside the compound of EAUC's facility at the Mactan Economic Zone in Lapu-Lapu City, Mactan Island, Cebu. /Contributed photo Pioneering large-scale storage system in Central Visayas

Does Cebu need more power investments?

DOE Central Visayas Director Renante Sevilla lauded the BESS project in Mactan, saying that Cebu needs additional power investments given its rapid progress. / KOC

Why should we invest in energy storage in the Philippines?

“This energy storage project is not just another venture—it is a testament to our shared commitment to advancing clean energy in the Philippines. By integrating advanced storage technology, we are not only enhancing grid stability but also ensuring that renewable energy can be supplied reliably, day and night.