Iloilo city: The 180 barangays in this highly urbanized city are being urged to implement solar power systems as an alternative energy source to reduce operational power costs and promote environmental resiliency. Mayor Raisa Tre±as emphasized that, in addition to barangays, city residents should also consider using solar power, especially in light of the crisis in the Middle East, and encouraged preparation for alternative energy sources.

According to Philippines News Agency, the mayor's call aligns with Resolution No. 2026-0236, passed by the Sangguniang Panlungsod (City Council) earlier this month, advocating for the integration of solar power systems. The resolution, authored by Councilor Romel Duron, stresses the need for contingency planning to address the energy crisis by exploring alternative renewable solar energy solutions for the city's 118,000 households and 20,000 commercial establishments, which have a combined daily energy requirement of approximately 5.75 million kilowatt-hours.

Mayor Tre±as indicated plans to meet with barangays to discuss making solar power systems a priority project, as the city government is currently supporting them with their preferred initiatives. Additionally, the city government is considering the gradual installation of solar panels in schools starting next year to reduce power costs and encourage sustainability. The local government assists in paying utilities for 66 public schools within the Schools Division of Iloilo City.

Further studies are underway to examine the feasibility of installing solar power in various government offices, including health centers and the Iloilo City Action and Resilience centers. In 2024, the local government installed 134 solar panels at the city hall, which are capable of generating 60 kilowatts a day, providing around one-third of the building's power demand.