Philippines on tapping Alternative Energy sources

by Jason Ocbina

It has been quite a long time since our country relies mainly on petroleum products as the common source of energy. From cars, equipments, and even machines from plants and factories, gasoline and oil are definitely our basic necessities. Nevertheless, we are facing a major crisis in petroleum supply.

As one of the large importer of petroleum product in the world, Philippines is certainly in deep trouble of declining its economy in a vast. For this reason, the government should take its action in resolving this threatening catastrophe of our nation. One possible solution is getting an alternative source of energy, which can minimize or further substitute oil.

During an energy summit in Manila last January, Juan Miguel Arroyo, chairman of the congressional committee on energy, declared that our government should take serious thoughts about this matter. An establishment of a more centralized programme of energy development from a variety of available and indigenous sources should be taken into consideration that is for a cost. This would also make us one key competitor in the world market. He also pointed out that we should all take part in conservation of our environment as well as share our knowledge as to how to resolve this struggle against expensive imported oil.

Also at the energy summit, it was cited by Jose Juliano, a Physics Doctorate with the National Academy of Science and Technology, that Nuclear is a big power source. He signified it by mentioning the number of nuclear energy projects in Asia intended to supply the growing demand for energy in the region. He also constituted the nuclear power plant built in the Philippines in the 1970, which did not become operational due to the unsafe condition that the government has indicated. An eight-man team, from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), now investigates it; to see whether it can still serve its purpose and be rehabilitated.

Kevin Rodolfo, professor at the National Institute of Geological Sciences, said that Geothermal is a more innovative option as energy source, although he admitted that there are still some works to be done regarding this matter. One is that the transmission of electricity from the power plant is traveling a long distance through electric lines causing intolerable power consumption. With this, 17 percent of electricity is lost during transmission only.

An additional of 4,680 megawatts could be acquired from geothermal, hydroelectric, wind, solar and biomass energy by the year 2013;This was justified by Catherine Maceda, spokeswoman of the Renewable Energy Coalition of non-government organizations. By then the group also appeal for a bill to be passed that will grant incentives for the renewable energy development and research projects.

Philippines on tapping Alternative Energy sources

by Jason Ocbina 

It has been quite a long time since our country relies mainly on petroleum products as the common source of energy. From cars, equipments, and even machines from plants and factories, gasoline and oil are definitely our basic necessities. Nevertheless, we are facing a major crisis in petroleum supply.

As one of the large importer of petroleum product in the world, Philippines is certainly in deep trouble of declining its economy in a vast. For this reason, the government should take its action in resolving this threatening catastrophe of our nation. One possible solution is getting an alternative source of energy, which can minimize or further substitute oil.

During an energy summit in Manila last January, Juan Miguel Arroyo, chairman of the congressional committee on energy, declared that our government should take serious thoughts about this matter. An establishment of a more centralized programme of energy development from a variety of available and indigenous sources should be taken into consideration that is for a cost. This would also make us one key competitor in the world market. He also pointed out that we should all take part in conservation of our environment as well as share our knowledge as to how to resolve this struggle against expensive imported oil.

Also at the energy summit, it was cited by Jose Juliano, a Physics Doctorate with the National Academy of Science and Technology, that Nuclear is a big power source. He signified it by mentioning the number of nuclear energy projects in Asia intended to supply the growing demand for energy in the region. He also constituted the nuclear power plant built in the Philippines in the 1970, which did not become operational due to the unsafe condition that the government has indicated. An eight-man team, from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), now investigates it; to see whether it can still serve its purpose and be rehabilitated.

Kevin Rodolfo, professor at the National Institute of Geological Sciences, said that Geothermal is a more innovative option as energy source, although he admitted that there are still some works to be done regarding this matter. One is that the transmission of electricity from the power plant is traveling a long distance through electric lines causing intolerable power consumption. With this, 17 percent of electricity is lost during transmission only.

An additional of 4,680 megawatts could be acquired from geothermal, hydroelectric, wind, solar and biomass energy by the year 2013;This was justified by Catherine Maceda, spokeswoman of the Renewable Energy Coalition of non-government organizations. By then the group also appeal for a bill to be passed that will grant incentives for the renewable energy development and research projects.

P6.6 billion geothermal project to rise in Albay

by MS Arguelles

Legazpi City (11 February) — A P6.6 billion milestone geothermal project that will soon rise in Albay would place the province among the mainstream geothermal energy provider in the country.

This, according to Albay governor Joey Sarte Salceda with the approval of Albay Provincial Development Council (APDC) of the Philippine National Oil Corporation (PNOC-EDC) proposal to develop a P6.6 billion geothermal project in Manito, a fourth class coastal town in Albay rich in geothermal resources.

Governor Salceda said the geothermal project dubbed as “Kayabon Energy Project” in Manito town is expected to produce some 40 megawatts.. read more

excerpts from : http://luzon.wowphilippines.com/albay/2008/02/11/p66-billion-geothermal-project-to-rise-in-albay/ 

COSL signs contract with PNOC

Xinhua - China Oilfield Service Limited (2883: HK) has signed its first overseas directional geothermal well service contract with the Philippine National Oil Corporation (PNOC) last January 19, 2008. The two-year contract with COSL covers engineering and technological services to 34 PNOC directional geothermal wells, according to company sources. Such contract is worth millions of U.S. dollars, which is not further detailed by sources.

COSL is included on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange since 2002. Most of its activities, like drilling and marine support services, are carried out off the Chinese coast. Its operations have extended in America, the Middle East, Africa and Europe.

The First International Exhibition & Conference on Renewable Energy in the Philippines

Date 

2 - 4 July 2008

Venue

Hall 3, SMX Convention Center (Next to Mall of Asia),

Manila, Philipines

Strategically located next to the Mall of Asia shopping arena at Manila Bay, SMX Convention Center is one world class venue complete with full conference and seminar facilities adequately able to service the needs our exhibitors and visitors. Built on an area over 16 hectares, this business and leisure complex will be complete with hotels, residential & service apartments, offices, retails & shopping centres, entertainment and food outlets.

Exhibit Profile  

The exhibition provide a one-stop B2B and technology exchange platform for equipment manufacturers and suppliers, project operators, financing institutions, oil & gas producing companies, state-owned companies

and relevant Government Agencies to meet and do business under one roof and venue. Exhibition profile include all equipment, technology applications and projects available for investment to the following fields of interest:

•           Alternative Fuels

•           Gas Energy

•           Geothermal Energy

•           Hydro Energy

•           Ocean Energy

•           Solar Energy

•           Wind Energy

•           Others: - Battery, Energy Bank, Energy Saving Products, etc.

Visitor Promotion   

To ensure awareness, a comprehensive preshow visitor promotion to your targeted industry sectors and visitors will be organised by ways of:-

•           visitor profiling to match exhibitor’s targeted audiences

•           newspaper advertisement in various established bulletins and news releases

•           relevant trade magazine advertisement electronic mailing to targeted audiences of our exhibitors

•           direct mailing of exhibition flyers with highlights to your targeted audiences

•           pre-qualify trade visitors prior to show starts

•           special one-to-one business matching and meetings to be arranged

Visitor Profile   

Visitor profile include the following:-

•           All relevant Government Agencies & State-owned companies

•           Mayors, Governors & Barangay heads

•           NGOs

•           M & E Consultants

•           MNC & Manufacturers

•           Agriculture & Irrigation Project Managers

•           Building & Resort Owners

•           Oil & Gas Producing Companies

•           Electricity Boards & Operators

•           Transport & Logistics Operators

•           Water Supply Operators

•           Business Owners & Suppliers

•           Others

Conference

& Panel Discussion

A major conference on Global Warming, Climate Change and Environmental Issues will be staged alongside during exhibition proper.

Simultaneously, there will be individual energy sector breakout sessions and panel discussions with professionals and industry leaders to discuss on the latest technologies, threats, trends, investment opportunity and future development in the Philippines.

Interested speaker kindly submit to the Organiser an abstract and bio-data not more than 300 and150 words respectively by latest 31 December 2007.

Reap These Benefits With

Your Participation

To succeed in the complex global marketplace, you need effective marketing strategies and platforms that enable you to reach the right partners and buyers with maximum impact. Renewable Energy 2008 is staged exclusively for you to reach out to the movers & shakers in the Philippines market :-

•           Appoint agents and distributors

•           Conduct market surveys

•           Demonstrate your latest products – Seeing is believing

•           Establish contacts within the country

•           Evaluate and assess your products

•           Let them evaluate the effectiveness of your products

•           Launch your most appropriate products

•           Meet potential investors and customers

•           Meet the local businessmen and relevant authorities

(excerpts from http://www.dp-link.com/exibitions/REP2008/index.html) 

MORE FACTS ABOUT RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCES IN THE PHILIPPINES:

Philippine Economy

Energy For Sustainable Development

Tapping Into Another Source - Renewable Energy

Statistics & Future Development

Alternative Energy

Geothermal Energy

Hydro Energy

 Wind Energy

Solar Energy