Philippines Clean Energy Week 2026 Draws Closer, Bringing Energy Leaders Together in Manila

The upcoming leadership gathering will unite policymakers, developers, investors, utilities and technology providers to advance the Philippines’ clean energy transition.  

The countdown is underway for Philippines Clean Energy Week 2026, taking place on 09 October 2026 at Sheraton Manila Bay, Metro Manila. As the event draws closer, momentum continues to build for one of the Philippines’ most important gatherings dedicated to renewable energy, storage, investment, policy and sustainable development.

Building on the established legacy of The Solar Week Philippines, the newly expanded event reflects the rapidly evolving needs of the country’s energy market. Philippines Clean Energy Week 2026 moves beyond a solar-focused platform to encompass the broader clean energy ecosystem, including renewable energy, battery energy storage systems, smart grids, distributed energy resources, electric mobility, industrial decarbonisation and green finance.

The one-day event will combine a strategic conference, industry exhibition, leadership awards and focused networking opportunities. It is expected to welcome 50+ expert speakers, 150+ key decision-makers and stakeholders from across the clean energy value chain.

Strategic Conference Focus  

The conference programme will explore the policies, technologies and business models influencing the next stage of clean energy development in the Philippines.

Key focus areas will include:

• Utility Solar, Energy Storage and Grid Integration – Examining the technologies and strategies supporting large-scale renewable energy deployment and greater grid flexibility.
• Commercial, Industrial and Residential Solar – Exploring how distributed solar can reduce energy costs, improve resilience and support corporate sustainability goals.
• Project Finance and Green Investment – Discussing bankability, capital mobilisation, financing structures and emerging investment opportunities.
• Renewable Energy Policy and Regulation – Reviewing regulatory developments and frameworks that can accelerate project implementation.
• Solar Asset Value Creation – Highlighting performance optimisation, digital monitoring, predictive maintenance and lifecycle management.
• Industrial Net-Zero Pathways – Examining how renewable energy, efficiency, electrification and carbon-reduction strategies can support industrial decarbonisation.

Through expert panels, leadership roundtables, knowledge presentations and networking sessions, the event will encourage practical dialogue around the opportunities and challenges shaping the market.

Distinguished Advisory Board  

The event is guided by an experienced advisory board representing renewable energy leadership, sustainable technology and international business cooperation:

• Claire Marie Yvonne Lee, Director, Renewable Energy Association of the Philippines (REAP) – Brings an industry association perspective on advancing renewable energy adoption and strengthening stakeholder engagement in the Philippines.
• Sergio Boero, President, Italian Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines – Contributes an international business perspective focused on cross-border cooperation, investment and commercial partnerships.
• Riedo A. Panaligan, Executive Director, Centre for Renewable Energy & Sustainable Technology (CREST) – Brings extensive insight into renewable energy development, sustainability and clean technology advancement.

Confirmed Speakers  

The confirmed speaker line-up represents some of the organisations actively shaping renewable energy development, investment and innovation across the Philippines:

• Reyland Benjamin, Chief Strategy Officer, RASLAG Corp
• Ruth Briones, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Greenergy Solutions 
• Dave Torcuator, COO, NetSolar
• Mike M. Consenheim, CEO, SolarNRG
• James Buskowitz, CEO, Buskowitz Group 
• Hanzel Cubangbang, Chief Development Officer, Upgrade Energy Philippines
• Edward Douglas, Co-Founding Partner, Kairos Renewables
• Robert Gerard Nepomuceno, President and CEO, RASLAG Corp
• Karlo Abril, Vice President for Strategic Projects, SunAsia Energy
• Harit Puri, Vice President, Enertrans Global
• Rachel Ann Santiago Sacro, Country Manager, Clime Capital
• Modini Yantrapati, Principal Consultant, AFRY
• Laurence Lumagbas, Senior Director, EY
• Saurabh Sipani, Head of Investments, Hexa Renewables
• Lance Dy, Director for Growth and Revenue, NetSolar
• Nikko M. Dimazena, Assistant Vice President and Head of Energy Sales, Marketing & Regulatory, Mabuhay Energy

A Broader Platform for the Energy Transition  

The transition from The Solar Week Philippines to Philippines Clean Energy Week represents the growing breadth of opportunities emerging across the national energy landscape. While solar remains central to the country’s renewable energy ambitions, the market is increasingly shaped by storage, flexible grids, digitalisation, distributed resources, electric mobility and innovative financing.Philippines Clean Energy Week 2026 will provide a unified platform for these interconnected sectors, enabling stakeholders to exchange insights, identify opportunities and form partnerships capable of accelerating real-world clean energy deployment.