In Short : Renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, and hydroelectric power play a crucial role in mitigating climate change and reducing our dependence on finite resources. ACEN’s partnership with Zuellig will contribute to a more sustainable future by helping to decrease greenhouse gas emissions and promote the adoption of clean energy practices.
In Detail : MANILA : The retail electricity arm of Ayala-led ACEN Corp. has agreed to supply health-care firm Zuellig Pharma Corp. with renewable energy in a bid to lower carbon emissions at its two distribution centers.
ACEN Renewable Energy Solutions (ACEN RES) will provide clean energy through its wind and solar facilities to Zuellig’s Santa Rosa and Canlubang distribution centers in Laguna province, the company said on Monday.
The shift to 100-percent renewable energy is expected to reduce Zuellig’s carbon dioxide emissions by 10,600 tons annually.
“ACEN is thrilled to join forces with Zuellig Pharma, a company that shares our robust commitment to sustainability. We are proud to support Zuellig Pharma by powering their operations with clean, renewable energy,” said Miguel de Jesus, ACEN chief operating officer for Philippine operations.
According to ACEN, the listed energy platform of the Ayala group, the partnership falls under the Department of Energy’s Retail Competition and Open Access program that allows end-users with high power consumption to choose their electricity suppliers.
The partnership with Zuellig expands ACEN RES’ client sectors to include pharmaceutical companies. Its other client segments include educational institutions, industrial plants and office buildings.
ACEN currently has 4,500 megawatts of capacity from locally and internationally owned facilities, including Australia, Vietnam, Indonesia and India. The company aims to increase this to 20 gigawatts by 2030 in line with its ‘net-zero’ emission goal.