MANILA, Philippines — Vivant Energy Corp. (VEC) is moving forward with a P6.23-billion renewable energy project in Iloilo, aiming to bolster the stability of the Visayas grid through a hybrid solar and battery storage system.
According to documents submitted to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), the project will be spearheaded by VEC subsidiary Vivant Solenergy Anilao Corp. (VSAC).
Project Specifications The hybrid facility, located in the municipality of Anilao, Iloilo, will feature two primary components:
- Solar Capacity: A 173.1-megawatt (MW) solar power plant.
- Battery Storage: A 99-MW battery energy storage system (BESS).
- Grid Support: The inclusion of BESS is designed to allow the plant to store excess energy and release it during peak demand, supporting load balancing and short-term reserves for the regional grid.
Timeline and Strategic Goals The company anticipates completing the environmental impact assessment by June 2026.
- Construction: Following the issuance of the Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC), construction is expected to last 12 months.
- Commercial Launch: Targeted for the fourth quarter of 2027.
- 1,000 MW Target: This project is a key part of Vivant Energy’s broader goal to scale its renewable energy portfolio to 1,000 MW by 2030.
Recent Expansions VEC, a unit of the Cebu-based conglomerate Vivant Corp., has been active in securing regional energy deals:
- Siquijor Supply Deal: Earlier this month, the group signed a 15-year contract with the Province of Siquijor Electric Cooperative to supply up to 11 MW of dependable capacity to the island.
- Acquisitions: The company also recently acquired a 40-percent stake in a solar park in Bataan, further diversifying its national footprint.
By combining solar power with advanced battery technology, Vivant Energy aims to align with the Department of Energy’s push for “resilient and high-quality” renewable systems, contributing to both regional stability and national energy security in 2026 and beyond.