Energy Development Corporation

22/05/2026

Reliability matters as much as sustainability in busy shopping spaces.

Robinsons malls across Visayas and Mindanao are now sourcing geothermal power from First Gen Renewables, where over 22 MW are supplied from the Unified Leyte complex and the Mt. Apo plant. Our partnership supports the Gokongwei Group’s net zero 2050 goal, and ensures their operations stay consistent even at peak demand.

More businesses are finding ways to grow with cleaner energy. Explore your geothermal option at https://energy.com.ph/

21/05/2026

The story of the Tongonan Farmers Association (TOFA) reflects how collaboration, environmental stewardship, and a shared purpose can create a lasting impact for future generations.

Beyond creating livelihood opportunities in Tongonan, Leyte, TOFA’s journey proves that uplifting farmers and protecting our forests go hand-in-hand—all while brewing a deeper appreciation for local coffee.

Watch the inspiring story of the people behind every cup — where every coffee bean represents hope, hard work, and progress for the community.

20/05/2026

Heritage learned is heritage kept.

This National Heritage Month, we look back on how the School of Indigenous Knowledge (SIK)-Magpet and its 30 young learners kicked off their 2026 school year at the Obo Monuvu Cultural Heritage Site.

Led by IPEd Coordinator Randy P. Osorno, Principal Jose D. Sature, EdD, and Assistant Principal Grace T. Dahan, and anchored by the wisdom of Lipatuan Joel Buntal and fellow Culture Masters, SIK-Magpet is celebrating heritage through ancestral knowledge and holistic experience.

We continue to support the promotion of indigenous culture and tradition, especially among the youth, in partnership with the Mount Apo Foundation (MAFI).

19/05/2026

Geothermal was never the easy path. Half a century later, it is proving to be the right one.

Francis Giles Puno, First Gen President and COO, shares this story of boldness in an exclusive conversation with Eco-Business. He reflects on our 50-year geothermal journey, the making of our First Gen Renewables portfolio, and why the biggest opportunities still lie ahead—from data centres to Indonesia and beyond.

Watch the full podcast episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ouucztLS8B8&t=3s

Critical to the country’s energy security in the 1970s, geothermal is now re-emerging as the Philippines’ biggest clean energy advantage at a time when count...

18/05/2026

Geothermal’s turning point is here.

Hon. Sharon Garin, Secretary of the Department of Energy (DOE), joined us for our and brought good news for geothermal energy. Efforts are underway to accelerate development, support exploration, and unlock more of its potential.

It’s a step forward toward a more secure and sustainable energy future.

Watch the highlights from the keynote.

14/05/2026

Energy use in schools adds up fast. How it’s managed makes a difference.

Lyceum of the Philippines University’s Batangas and Laguna campuses now run on geothermal through First Gen Renewables. Over 1,150 kW of demand is combined under Retail Aggregation Program (RAP), enabling access to the Unified Leyte complex and its dependable renewable supply.

Learning environments powered by clean energy reflect the future of sustainability they prepare students for. Be part of the switch now at https://energy.com.ph/

11/05/2026

Leadership aligned for a shared energy future.

National agencies, regulators, and local governments all play vital roles in advancing geothermal energy, and they come together during our event.

Among those present were DOE Secretary Sharon Garin, SEC Chairperson Francis Lim, DENR Acting Secretary Juan Miguel Cuna, and Ormoc City Mayor Lucy Torres-Gomez, alongside our company leaders First Gen President Giles Puno, Chairman Federico Lopez, and EDC President Jerome Cainglet.

None of this would have been possible without our communities and co-creators. We will continue to grow through First Gen Renewables, built on the same shared effort that brought us here.

08/05/2026

Fifty years of excellence is just the beginning for First Gen's EDC.

As we celebrate five decades of geothermal leadership, President & COO Jerome H. Cainglet sets our sights on the next 50 years. Our mission remains steadfast, and the journey continues as we strive to provide uninterrupted Geo 24/7 power to the Filipino people and build a regenerative, energy-secure future for the nation.

06/05/2026

Periods of severe weather incidents have made community safety more urgent in Manito, Albay.

We partnered with Manito LGU to focus on both immediate action and long-term protection. Access roads were cleared to keep communities connected, and slope protection measures were strengthened in vulnerable locations.

Geothermal powers today. Collaboration on the ground helps keep people safe and prepared for tomorrow.

01/05/2026

Labor Day is a reminder of our people’s impact.

Many of our employees come from communities across Leyte, Negros, Albay, Sorsogon, Cotabato and Davo del Sur. Their work supports clean energy while building livelihoods, skills, and long-term opportunities.

EDC as part of First Gen Renewables continues to invest in our co-creators and communities so that the progress they help create is sustained and felt at home.

30/04/2026

Long before the milestones, there were values.

Since 1928, we’ve stood for more than business. We support a future where people and nature can thrive side by side.

Because of the people who live these values every day as co-creators, our legacy continues as First Gen Renewables Geothermal. Enduring—like energy drawn from the Earth itself.

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