In its commitment to amplify the impact of renewable energy initiatives and accelerate the country’s transition towards a sustainable and resilient future, the Department of Energy (DOE) is launching the search for the Sustainable Energy Awards 2024. This program seeks to recognize and honor outstanding achievements across the renewable energy sector, showcasing projects, practices, and technologies that are leading the shift toward a cleaner energy landscape.
“By highlighting these achievements, we aim to inspire greater commitment to sustainability, foster innovation, and accelerate the nation’s shift to cleaner, greener energy sources,” said Energy Secretary Raphael P.M. Lotilla.
The Awards will be conferred in three distinct categories: Renewable Energy Projects in On-Grid Areas, Private Institutions, and Local Government Units (LGUs). Each category celebrates key players and initiatives that contribute to the nation’s renewable energy targets and sustainable development.
The Renewable Energy Projects in On-Grid Areas category recognizes exceptional contributions to building a secure, reliable, clean, and resilient energy sector. This award emphasizes projects that enhance community resilience, promote sustainability, and deliver positive socioeconomic impacts by advancing renewable energy solutions on the grid.
For Private Institutions category, this award honors corporations, organizations, and enterprises that have made significant strides in promoting, developing, and implementing of renewable energy initiatives in the country. It highlights efforts that demonstrate innovation, reduce carbon footprints, and exhibit leadership in incorporating renewable energy into operational practices, thereby setting new standards for sustainability in the private sector.
Lastly, for the LGU category, this award celebrates provinces, cities, and municipalities that have shown a sustained commitment to creating an enabling environment for renewable energy deployment within their jurisdictions. This includes streamlining permitting processes, establishing renewable energy plans and policies, and fostering projects that provide substantial environmental benefits and socioeconomic growth.
Through the Sustainable Energy Awards 2024, the DOE seeks to inspire continued progress in the renewable energy sector, highlighting projects and stakeholders whose work not only addresses the country’s energy needs but also contributes to global climate action.
The call for nominations is now open. Interested participants can find detailed information on application requirements and eligibility criteria on the DOE website at www.doe.gov.ph. All nominations must be submitted by 19 November 2024. The Awards ceremony, where the winners will be formally recognized for their contributions to advancing renewable energy in the Philippines, is scheduled on 12 December 2024.
"We warmly invite all eligible participants to apply and showcase their remarkable efforts in advancing sustainable and innovative energy solutions throughout the country. This is an opportunity to highlight your projects and initiatives that not only support our national goals for renewable energy but also demonstrate a commitment to environmental stewardship and economic resilience. By sharing these achievements, we hope to inspire broader action and collaboration across all sectors toward a cleaner, more sustainable future for the Philippines." Secretary Lotilla said. ###