Artist’s rendition of the Bay BESS in Barangay Bitin in Bay, Laguna, a project that will add crucial battery storage to Aboitiz Renewables’ Makban geothermal plant through a specialized hybrid system.
The geothermal arm of Aboitiz Renewables Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Aboitiz Power Corporation (AboitizPower), showcased its Overhauling Reduction Days Program, which aims to reduce maintenance time for its geothermal plants, as well as the Bay Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Project, in a conference recently held in Makati City.
Engr. Rommel Austria, Senior Manager for Central Maintenance Services, detailed the Overhauling Reduction Days Program, which uses Agile methodologies — a project management approach that breaks projects into sprints — to significantly enhance the operational efficiency and output of geothermal power plants.
“By combining strategy through Agile method, structure, and agility, we’re not only enhancing our operations — we’re ensuring a power system that is more resilient, responsive, and future-ready to deliver reliable and sustainable energy for our customers,” he said.
In the same event, Engr. Joerex Delgaco, Production Manager, presented the Bay BESS Project in Laguna, which is set to be the first-ever BESS and geothermal hybrid system in the Philippines. It will add crucial battery storage to APRI’s Makban geothermal plant through a specialized hybrid system, allowing it to quickly support the Luzon Grid during peak demand periods and power disruptions.
“Through the Bay BESS Project, we are combining battery technology with geothermal power to strengthen grid stability. This means our consumers can count on a more reliable and steady supply of clean energy, especially during peak demand or unexpected disruptions.”
They made their remarks during the sixth Philippine International Geothermal Conference (PIGC6) organized by the National Geothermal Association of the Philippines (NGAP).
Aboitiz Renewables is the renewable energy arm of AboitizPower holding investments and interests in various renewable energy projects, including geothermal, solar, large hydro, run-of-river hydro, wind, and battery energy storage systems.
“Our projects, like the Overhauling Reduction Days Program and the Bay BESS Project, reflect our mission to deliver innovation with purpose as we help power the nation’s progress,” said Ireneo “Irene” Itoses, First Vice President and General Manager for Geothermal Business Unit of Aboitiz Renewables.
