Alsons Power transitions diesel plant into solar facility

MANILA, Philippines — Alsons Power, the Alcantara Group’s power business unit, is advancing its renewable energy initiatives with the transformation of its 55-megawatt diesel power plant, Southern Philippines Power Corp. (SPPC), in Alabel, Sarangani into a 98.7-MWac solar power facility.

The transition of SPPC from diesel to solar reflects Alsons Power’s commitment to delivering reliable and affordable energy while supporting the country’s shift to more sustainable power sources. By repurposing existing infrastructure, the company is able to optimize assets, accelerate project development, and contribute to the Philippines’ renewable energy targets.

The engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract for Phase 1 of the project for 45 MWac was awarded to Sinohydro Corp. Ltd. and PowerChina Philippines Corp., which will handle the offshore and onshore?EPC?scopes of the project. Both firms are subsidiaries of PowerChina, a global leader in infrastructure development and clean energy solutions.

“We are excited to begin the transition of our fossil fuel assets into renewable energy facilities,” said Alsons Power CEO Antonio Miguel Alcantara. “This marks more than the start of a major project. It is a decisive step toward a more diversified energy portfolio and a more energy-secure future.”

Phase 1 of SPPC Solar is among the winning projects in the Green Energy Auction Program Round 4 (GEAP-4), securing offtake and reinforcing its long-term viability.

PowerChina, one of the world’s largest power construction enterprises with business in more than 130 countries and regions, brings extensive experience in investment and financing, design and engineering, construction and operations across clean and low-carbon energy, water resources and infrastructure.

“We are confident that our partnership with PowerChina, given its strong track record and technical expertise, will ensure the successful completion of SPPC Solar, ahead of our GEAP-4 delivery target in September 2027,” Alcantara added. “This collaboration reinforces our commitment to support the country’s energy transition and build a more sustainable and resilient power system.”

In parallel, development activities for Phase 2 are progressing, including the evaluation of integrated solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage system (BESS) configurations.

The planned BESS component is expected to enhance grid stability, support peak shaving, and address solar intermittency. This will improve the project’s reliability, strengthen its revenue potential and bankability, and position it as a more resilient and future-ready asset within the Alsons Power’s growing renewable energy portfolio.

Once completed, the 98.7-MWac solar facility is expected to generate enough electricity to power nearly 104,000 homes, providing a meaningful boost for communities in Mindanao and a strong step forward in the country’s renewable energy journey.

“SPPC Solar highlights our commitment to evolve with the country’s energy needs. We are not only expanding our renewable portfolio but we are strategically transforming our existing assets to create long-term value and sustainable benefits,” Alcantara said.