Energy Secretary Garin opens MGI Visitor Center, pushes geothermal growth and environmental stewardship in the countryMANILA, Philippines — Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Sharon Garin led the formal opening of Maibarara Geothermal Inc. (MGI) Visitor Center located inside the Maibarara Geothermal Power Facility (MGPF) complex in Sto. Tomas, Batangas, attended by MGI partners PetroGreen Energy Corporation (PGEC), ACEN and PNOC-Renewables Corporation (PNOC-RC). “Just this week, we have signed a MOA with the Land Bank, operationalizing the Philippine Geothermal Resource De-Risking Facility (GRDF), to address investment risks in exploration and drive the development of geothermal energy in the Philippines. The newly inaugurated facility serves as a hub for geothermal energy education, stakeholder engagement and sustainability advocacy. Editor’s Note: This press release is sponsored by PetroGreen Energy Corporation.

Source: Philippine Star December 22, 2025 10:29 UTC