Citicore Renewable Energy Corp. (CREC) is developing two 41-megawatts-peak (MWp) solar plants, each paired with a 53-megawatt-hour (MWh) battery storage system, across Pampanga and Nueva Ecija. Backed by a PHP 4.05-billion loan from LandBank, these will connect directly to local utilities to reduce system costs and stabilize the grid. The Pampanga facility will be built alongside existing CREC solar farms in Arayat and Mexico.
A Milestone for Renewable Energy in Central Luzon
The two solar plants represent a significant step forward for renewable energy integration in Central Luzon. Each facility will generate 41 MWp of solar power and store 53 MWh of energy using battery technology, ensuring more reliable and consistent power supply. The battery storage systems allow the plants to store excess energy generated during peak sunlight hours and dispatch it when needed, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and stabilizing the grid during fluctuating demand . CREC, a publicly-listed pure renewable energy developer, currently operates 13 solar facilities across the country with a total aggregate capacity of 526 MWdc and has over 5 GW of project pipelines in various stages of development.
Strategic Location and Economic Impact
The Pampanga facility will be built alongside existing 115-MW and 42-MW CREC solar farms in Arayat and Mexico, creating a significant renewable energy cluster in the province. The project is backed by a PHP 4.05-billion loan from LandBank, the Philippines' largest government-owned bank, which has a strong mandate to advance countryside development and promote financial inclusion for rural communities . This investment supports the Marcos administration's push for energy security and the country's clean energy transition, as CREC continues to support the government's goals while providing lasting value for the Filipino people.
