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PEZA and PE2 ink MOU to jointly enable EE in ecozones

PASAY CITY, 11 March 2026 – The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) and the Philippine Energy Efficiency Alliance (PE2) signed earlier today a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to work together as enablers of energy efficiency (EE) investments among locators in economic zones.

PEZA Director General Tereso O. Panga and PE2 president Alexander Ablaza inked the agreement with witnesses PEZA Acting Deputy Director General for Policy and Planning Emmanuel D. Cortero and PE2 vice president for external affairs Theresa Acedillo-Lapuz. PEZA Special Concerns Division Chief Engr. Mark Anthony Santos led the agency’s efforts of coordinating with PE2 for the MOU since the first meeting between both organizations on 20 October 2025.

The MOU was forged to formalize a strategic partnership between PEZA and PE2 to promote and enable EE within all ecozones. Both parties seek to establish a framework for collaborative activities, including information dissemination, capacity building, and technical support to PEZA locators, which are all classified as designated establishments under Republic Act 11285.

PEZA Director General Panga said, “This partnership strengthens our efforts to transform our ecozones into smart and sustainable hubs while aligning with our sustainability reporting framework. By integrating ESG standards, we further reinforce our commitment to responsible growth and transparent environmental, social, and governance practices.”

PE2’s Ablaza offered this response, “PE2 is very much pleased by how PEZA has for a very long time now been a catalytic enabler of energy efficiency among its ecozones. The MOU we forge today emphasizes how both partners see the urgency of scaling up the deployment of energy efficiency technologies, knowhow and financing to more ecozone locators and developers. Both PE2 and PEZA share the MOU objective of connecting both the supply- and demand-sides of the energy efficiency market so that energy efficiency projects are implemented sooner and with scale.”

The cooperation agreement will look into co-organizing roadshows, exhibitions, and forums within the ecozones to promote energy efficiency solutions, technologies, and best practices among locators. PE2 is likewise being eyed to help PEZA implement capacity building and training programs and workshops for the agency’s own staff and locator personnel on topics such as energy management systems, energy audits and the identification and implementation of EE projects. Both organizations are also considering a joint advocacy on EE and energy service company (ESCO) related guidelines and communication materials.

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THE Philippine Energy Efficiency Alliance (PE2) met with the Climate Change Commission (CCC) in December 2025 to explore ways to work together to support the Department of Energy (DOE) in enabling energy efficiency as a climate change mitigation strategy.

In the meeting, Robert Borje, CCC vice chairman and executive director, said that they have already reaffirmed the Philippines’ dedication to climate action through green economic pathways.

Borje explained that a rapidly changing economic landscape and technological innovations exert increasing pressure toward the adoption of energy efficiency as it needs to be embedded in consumer behavior.

PE2, CCC team up for local energy efficiency push - Malaya Business Insight THE Philippine Energy Efficiency Alliance (PE2) recenly met with the Climate Change Commission (CCC) this month to explore ways to work together to support the Department of Energy (DOE) in enabling energy efficiency as a climate change mitigation strategy. Alexander Ablaza, PE2 president, told repo...

Makati City, 11 Nov 2025 - The GMM was followed by PE2 Networking Cocktails in the evening at Sarika, Dusit Thani Manila with guest speaker DOE Usec. Mario Marasigan who shared about the latest EE&C challenges and developments. He declared that the real imperative for the EE&C law is for all sectors to collaborate. Energy efficiency technologies and services are deployed because of ESCOs, solutions providers, investors and end-users work together.

PE2 members enjoyed a relaxed evening and an opportunity for informal engagement and professional connection over excellent food and wine. The evening’s refreshments including the specially selected wines, were generously sponsored by iONTEK Power Solutions Corporation.

PE2 continues to explore ways with Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) to work together as enablers of energy efficiency investments among locators in economic zones. Thank you PEZA Director General Tereso O. Panga for the warm welcome and the rich discussions on how we can promote and catalyze B2B for EE capital investments through ESCO performance contracts and for the deployment of innovative EE technologies and solutions. Alexander Ablaza

PEZA and PE2 join forces to enable energy efficiency among ecozone locators | Philippine Energy Efficiency Alliance (PE2) PASAY CITY, 20 October 2025 – Top officials of the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) and the Philippine Energy Eff

PE2 Expresses Gratitude to DOE Secretary Sharon Garin for Productive Dialogue on Advancing Energy Efficiency

The Philippine Energy Efficiency Alliance (PE2) extends its sincere appreciation to Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Sharon Garin for a highly productive meeting and insightful discussion on revolutionizing the energy efficiency landscape in the Philippines.

PE2 remains firmly committed to strengthening its collaboration with the DOE to accelerate the scaled-up implementation of energy efficiency and conservation (EEC) initiatives nationwide. Together, we aim to bring energy efficiency to the forefront of the country’s sustainable development agenda.

During the meeting, PE2 proposed three key areas for enhanced partnership with the DOE:

Increasing EEC awareness and compliance with the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act among smaller designated establishments and local government units (LGUs);

Supporting the growth of the Energy Service Company (ESCO) market to unlock private sector investments in energy efficiency projects; and

Reviewing and optimizing fiscal incentives to make EEC investments more attractive and financially viable.

PE2 looks forward to deepening this partnership and working closely with Secretary Garin and the DOE in driving a more energy-efficient and sustainable future for all Filipinos.

Key drivers of energy transition include energy efficiency led by ESCOs, accelerated growth and advancements in renewable energy, and electrification all the way of various sectors.

At Powertrends 2025, both government and private sector experts will discuss the transition process through policies, plans and implantation.

PE2's Alexander Ablaza and Ruth Yu-Owen will be taking part in Powertrends 2025.

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PE2 is proud to announce and to congratulate our PE2 Corporate Secretary, Atty. Richard Henrick I. Beltran, for having been recognized as one of the leading lawyers in the 2025 edition of the International Financial Law Review (IFLR) 1000.

Atty. Beltran is a "Rising Star Partner for Banking and Finance" but for PE2, he is also a Rising Star Lawyer for Energy Efficiency!

We are pleased to announce that V&A Law Chairman and CEO Raoul R. Angangco, Managing Partner Sylvette Y. Tankiang, and Partners Kristin Charisse C. Siao, Richard Henrick I. Beltran, Ma. Carla P. Mapalo, and Mark Benjamin C. Yam have been recognized as leading lawyers in the 2025 edition of the IFLR1000.

• Raoul R. Angangco- Expert Consultant for M&A
• Sylvette Y. Tankiang- Women Leader, Highly Regarded for Banking and M&A
• Kristin Charisse C. Siao- Highly Regarded for M&A
• Richard Henrick I. Beltran- Rising Star Partner for Banking and Finance
• Ma. Carla P. Mapalo- Notable Practitioner for Project Finance
• Mark Benjamin C. Yam- Rising Star Partner for Project Development, Financial and Corporate

This achievement is a testament to the team’s hard work, dedication, expertise, and outstanding contributions in the legal landscape.

See the full list of ranked lawyers in the Philippines here: https://www.iflr1000.com/Jurisdiction/Philippines/Rankings/123

PE2 will be a Supporting Organization at the POWERTRENDS 2025 International Conference on Directions for Energy, Power and Electricity, happening on October 2–3, 2025, at the New World Makati Hotel, Metro Manila, Philippines.

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For inquiries, contact (+63) 8810-1389 or e-mail [email protected].

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The Philippine Energy Efficiency Alliance (PE2) is proud to be one of the Industry Partners of the ENERGY SMART FORUM 2025 of the ECCP - European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines scheduled on 28 August 2025, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Dusit Thani Manila.

Join us for this exciting and crucial conversation, and have the opportunity to connect with government officials, industry experts, business leaders, and innovators. Together, let us explore the dynamic landscape of energy in the Philippines, accelerate the Philippines' journey toward a more secure energy future, and position ourselves at the forefront of the path that lies ahead.

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