Bangkok: The Department of Energy The Department of Energy (DOE) on Friday announced an increase in the installation target for thermal combustion waste-to-energy (WTE) projects from 230 megawatts (MW) to 400MW.

According to Philippines News Agency, the DOE stated that the decision was made in line with the government's efforts to ensure broader participation among stakeholders and to strengthen its sustainable energy program. The expansion is intended to accelerate the deployment of waste-to-energy technologies while supporting the country's clean energy transition and solid waste management objectives.

As part of this initiative, the mechanical completion deadline for the projects has been moved from March 31, 2028, to December 2028. Additionally, the delivery commencement date has been extended from March 2029 to December 2029. The registration deadline for qualified suppliers was also adjusted, moving to July 31, 2026, from the previous deadline of June 16, 2026.

The DOE emphasized that in order to broaden participation further, registrants awarded with a Waste-to-Energy Operating Contract or a Biomass Energy Operating Contract on or before the end of the registration period will be eligible to join the auction. Energy officials have noted that this special auction for WTE projects is expected to provide an additional source of renewable energy while addressing the country's waste management challenges.