Meralco powers Atkins’ cold storage facility with RE

MANILA, Philippines — Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) has powered the largest cold storage facility of Atkins Import and Export Resources Inc. in South Luzon with renewable energy.

The recently inaugurated facility of Atkins utilizes a 976.8-kilowattpeak solar panel system installed by Spectrum, a renewable energy company owned by Meralco.

The cold storage facility is Atkins’ sixth in Luzon and the first to utilize clean energy.

Meralco said the solar project is expected to generate 1.362-million kilowatt hours of clean energy every year, resulting in around P9.5 million annual savings in energy costs for Atkins.

It will also help reduce Atkins’ carbon footprint by 970 tons, equivalent to over 44,500 trees planted or reducing nearly 3.9 million kilometers in car travel per year.

“With Spectrum’s end-to-end solar energy offering, our partners are assured to receive top-tier quality and reliable service to achieve sustainable operations,” Spectrum COO Patrick Henry Panlilio said.

Spectrum, backed by Meralco’s energy expertise and proven safety track record, offers tailor-fit solutions for industrial, commercial, and residential customers through an in-depth understanding of energy consumption behaviors and strategic partnerships with world-class technology partners.

“Rest assured, we will also provide the necessary support Atkins will need from Spectrum to ensure that its solar generating system is working seamlessly as this new cold storage is a critical addition in ensuring food security across the country,” Panlilio said.

Meralco said it took an active role in ensuring the timely provision of service to Atkins’ cold storage facility as part of its commitment to deliver stable and reliable electricity to its customers.

The company helped in securing right of way permits and provided the necessary technical assistance that allowed Atkins to meet the energization schedule.

“Atkins and Meralco marked a milestone through this partnership because this facility is vital in ensuring our food supply,” Meralco vice president and head of corporate business group Ma. Cecilia Domingo said.

Atkins is engaged in the importation and distribution of quality meat products mainly sourced from all over the world.

“The project reaffirms Meralco’s commitment to taking an active role in energizing and supporting agri-ventures that pave the way towards nation-building. We trust that the energization of this breakthrough facility will trigger meaningful conversations about food security and encourage members of the food and beverage industry to emulate Atkins,” Domingo said.

Meralco, as the country’s largest electric distribution utility, supports local industries which are crucial to achieving inclusive and sustainable growth in the country.