The government is racing to bring renewable energy to the country's most remote communities, targeting full hybridization by 2030 to reduce their costly reliance on diesel power, according to a report by Philstar Biz.
The initiative aims to replace or supplement diesel generators with solar, wind, and battery storage systems in off-grid areas where electricity costs are significantly higher than in grid-connected regions. These hybrid systems are expected to lower costs, improve reliability, and reduce carbon emissions.
Officials are working on financing mechanisms and procurement schedules to meet the 2030 deadline. The transition is part of the broader national renewable energy program, which seeks to increase the share of clean energy in the country's power mix.