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.
This capacity is being offered through a special round of the Green Energy Auction Program (GEAP) with the intention of boosting investor confidence and to ramp up transition to clean energy.
This initiative is part of the DoE’s adjustments to Department Circular DC 2026-04-0011 to encourage wider stakeholder participation and make WTE projects more viable.
In a news release, the DOE said the decision was made in line with the government’s bid to ensure broader participation among stakeholders and strengthen its sustainable energy program.
“This expansion aims to accelerate the deployment of waste-to-energy technologies while supporting the country’s clean energy transition and solid waste management objectives,” it said.
In line with this change, the mechanical completion deadline for the projects has been moved from March 31, 2028 to December 2028 while the delivery commencement date has been extended from March 2029 to December 2029.
The registration deadline for qualified suppliers was also moved to July 31, 2026, from June 16, 2026.
“To further broaden participation, registrants awarded with Waste-to-Energy Operating Contract or Biomass Energy Operating Contract on or before the end of the registration period are eligible to join the auction,” the DoE said.
Energy officials earlier said the special auction for WTE projects would help provide an additional source of renewable energy while addressing the country’s waste management challenges.
