The Institute for Climate and Sustainable Cities (ICSC) has discovered that the Philippines has a potential solar rooftop capacity of 1,846.08MW, covering 174 cities and municipalities across the country. The findings were revealed through the Solar Power Estimation of Capacities and Tracking Using Machine Learning (SPECTRUM), a proprietary model and web platform developed by ICSC.
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Filipinos’ Key Barriers to Using Solar Energy
The Philippines enjoys abundant sunshine and faces high electricity costs. Despite these conditions, the adoption of rooftop solar power (RTSP) is widespread. However, high upfront costs and a lack of […]
Philippines Grapples with Slow Renewable Energy Transition
The 2030 deadline for the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is looming. The Philippines, along with much of Southeast Asia, finds itself lagging in its renewable energy (RE) targets. The […]
Philippines Embraces Nuclear Energy for Affordable and Clean Electricity
A survey found that 94% of Filipinos perceive nuclear power as an alternative source of energy. This survey demonstrates their strong desire for nuclear energy to power their cities and communities.