ACEN Launches 60 MW San Manuel Solar Project, Expanding Renewable Energy Presence in Northern Luzon

ACEN Corporation continues to strengthen its renewable energy footprint in Northern Luzon with the commissioning of San Manuel Solar, its first solar project in Pangasinan. The 60-megawatt (MW) facility is part of ACEN’s strategic expansion following its acquisition of Sinocalan Solar Power Corp. in December 2022, which enabled the development of the project.

The San Manuel Solar project features 108,752 ground-mounted photovoltaic panels and is expected to generate approximately 94 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of electricity annually, sufficient to power around 55,000 households. The project is projected to avoid over 58,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions each year, supporting the Philippines’ climate goals and enhancing energy security in Luzon.

The solar farm is directly connected to the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) via a 1.8-kilometer transmission line linked to the 69-kilovolt San Manuel Substation, ensuring efficient and reliable integration of renewable energy into the national grid.

Beyond energy generation, ACEN has invested in community development initiatives in San Manuel. Through programs such as Brigada Eskwela and Brigada Pagbasa, in collaboration with the Department of Education, the company has refurbished local schools, provided essential learning materials, and supported literacy programs, demonstrating its commitment to creating long-term value for host communities.

San Manuel Solar forms a key pillar of ACEN’s growing portfolio in Northern Luzon and highlights the company’s support for the government’s target of achieving 35% renewable energy in the national power generation mix by 2030. As ACEN continues to expand its clean energy investments, the company aims to enable a just, inclusive, and sustainable energy transition across the Philippines.