Gurin Energy greenlights 39 MW solar project in the Philippines

The project can meet the demand of 18,000 homes.

Singapore-based Gurin Energy has reached a final investment decision for a 39-megawatt (MW) solar project in the Philippines.

In a statement, Gurin Energy said the Capas Solar Power Project located in the province of Tarlac has secured a 40-hectare site through a 25-year lease agreement with the Philippines’ Bases Conversion and Development Authority.

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The project could produce electricity that can power around 18,000 homes and cut over one million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions over its lifespan.

Gurin Energy has a project pipeline of over one gigawatt in the Philippines, including the 75 MW Palauig Solar Power Plant which is under construction.