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Meralco Teams Up With KEPCO To Power Up The Future Of Energy In The Philippines
STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP TO ADVANCE ENERGY INNOVATION. Meralco inked a memorandum of understanding with KEPCO for capability building, knowledge exchange, and research and development in the energy sector. Seen in photo are (from L-R) Meralco Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Ronnie L. Aperocho, Meralco Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Manuel V. Pangilinan, KEPCO Chief Executive Officer and Group Head Kim Dong Cheol, and KEPCO Vice President and Head of Global Business Department Chan Hyuk Chun. Contibuted Photo
The future of energy in the Philippines is getting a serious upgrade. The Manuel V. Pangilinan-led Manila Electric Company (Meralco) has joined forces with Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO) to bring cutting-edge energy technologies into the country.
With a newly signed memorandum of understanding (MOU), the two power giants are set to collaborate on a range of innovations, from nuclear and renewable energy to smart grids, electric vehicles, and advanced metering systems. Basically, they’re bringing in the big guns to modernize and future-proof the energy sector.
A Smarter, More Resilient Energy Landscape
Meralco and KEPCO’s partnership isn’t just about technology—it’s also about people. They’re launching technical training and exchange programs to equip their teams with the latest expertise in energy innovation. Beyond that, they’ll be working together on advisory and consulting services to explore new ways of improving power distribution across the country.
Pangilinan emphasized the importance of this collaboration, saying, “This memorandum of understanding marks an important step for both KEPCO and Meralco. Enshrined here is a commitment to exchange knowledge, strengthen capabilities, and work together toward a smarter, more resilient energy future.”
He added that this partnership goes beyond business—it’s about building strong relationships that drive meaningful progress.
More Than Just a One-Time Deal
This isn’t the first time Meralco and KEPCO have teamed up. Last year, they signed another MOU focused on smart metering technologies, and this latest collaboration takes things even further. With over eight million customers relying on Meralco for 24/7 power, these efforts play a crucial role in ensuring a stable and efficient energy supply in the long run.
As the Philippines continues to push for energy security and sustainability, partnerships like this prove that innovation and collaboration are key to powering the future.
With a newly signed memorandum of understanding (MOU), the two power giants are set to collaborate on a range of innovations, from nuclear and renewable energy to smart grids, electric vehicles, and advanced metering systems. Basically, they’re bringing in the big guns to modernize and future-proof the energy sector.
A Smarter, More Resilient Energy Landscape
Meralco and KEPCO’s partnership isn’t just about technology—it’s also about people. They’re launching technical training and exchange programs to equip their teams with the latest expertise in energy innovation. Beyond that, they’ll be working together on advisory and consulting services to explore new ways of improving power distribution across the country.
Pangilinan emphasized the importance of this collaboration, saying, “This memorandum of understanding marks an important step for both KEPCO and Meralco. Enshrined here is a commitment to exchange knowledge, strengthen capabilities, and work together toward a smarter, more resilient energy future.”
He added that this partnership goes beyond business—it’s about building strong relationships that drive meaningful progress.
More Than Just a One-Time Deal
This isn’t the first time Meralco and KEPCO have teamed up. Last year, they signed another MOU focused on smart metering technologies, and this latest collaboration takes things even further. With over eight million customers relying on Meralco for 24/7 power, these efforts play a crucial role in ensuring a stable and efficient energy supply in the long run.
As the Philippines continues to push for energy security and sustainability, partnerships like this prove that innovation and collaboration are key to powering the future.
Mar 4, 2025
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