SN Aboitiz Power Group (SNAP) has broken ground on the first battery energy storage facility in the Cordillera Administrative Region in the Philippines.
The 40MW Binga BESS facility will be co-located at the 140MW Binga hydropower plant in Itogon, Benguet.
The Binga BESS is SNAP’s first battery storage project in Benguet and the third in its portfolio.
SNAP president and chief executive Joseph Yu said: “We are proud to break ground on our first BESS in Benguet and the first BESS facility to reach financial close and start construction in the Cordillera Administrative Region.
“This project underscores our commitment to innovation, sustainability, and the country’s energy transition.”
SNAP chief operations officer Mike Hosillos reaffirmed the company’s commitment to responsible operations and sustainable practices, highlighting the importance of transparency and collaboration with the local community.
“We deeply value the trust and support of this community, and we pledge to operate responsibly, sustainably, and transparently,” he said.
“From environmental stewardship to local job creation, we are committed to being not just a facility in this community but a true partner in its growth.”