Two solar plants to rise in Pangasinan

SAN MANUEL, Pangasinan – The construction of two solar power plants in this town is expected to start this month, an official has said.

“It’s a go. It’s a done deal,” Cezar Perez, municipal administrator, told reporters on Tuesday.

Perez said the municipal council earlier approved two resolutions endorsing the 40-megawatt solar photovoltaic project of Pilipinas Newton Energy Corp. in Barangays San Bonifacio and San Roque and 45-MW project of Pilipinas Einstein Energy Corp. in Sto. Domingo.

“The Sangguniang Bayan recognizes the importance of private sector participation in accelerating the development and utilization of renewable energy sources,” the resolutions stated.

Perez said the project proponents had secured the permits from concerned government agencies. – Eva Visperas