The Department of Energy (DOE) will launch the seventh round of the Green Energy Auction (GEA-7) this year as part of government efforts to accelerate renewable energy (RE) deployment, especially in Mindanao.<\/p>\n
According to the DOE, the Terms of Reference (TOR) for GEA-7 is expected to be released by the second quarter of the year.<\/p>\n
“GEA-7 will offer renewable energy capacities nationwide, with a strategic and significantly increased allocation for Mindanao, estimated at approximately five times the capacity offered in previous auction rounds,” the DOE said in a statement Friday.<\/p>\n
The DOE added the auction is part of its efforts to stimulate investments in Mindanao, address growing energy demand, and promote a more balanced and resilient power system across the country.<\/p>\n
The auction will cover solar rooftop, ground-mounted solar, and floating solar technologies.<\/p>\n
Projects for solar rooftop and ground-mounted installations are targeted to commence delivery in 2027, while floating solar projects are scheduled for delivery between 2027 and 2029.<\/p>\n
The DOE said the floating solar component will also incorporate the unsubscribed capacities from the fourth Green Energy Auction (GEA-4), ensuring efficient utilization of previously allocated capacity.<\/p>\n
To further enhance grid stability and reliability, the DOE will require all ground-mounted solar projects under GEA-7 to be integrated with battery energy storage systems.<\/p>\n
“This requirement is expected to improve dispatchability and address the intermittency of solar energy, supporting a more secure and flexible power system,” the DOE said.<\/p>\n
The DOE urged interested renewable energy developers to participate in GEA-7 and register their projects, noting that early registration is crucial to ensure project eligibility and qualification for the upcoming auction. (PNA)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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