(Lucena, Philippines) Energy company Envision Energy announced that the first 8-megawatt wind turbine (WTG) supplied for the Alabat Wind Power Project in the Philippines has been successfully installed on Alabat Island, marking an important step forward in the project’s construction. This is not only Envision Energy’s first wind power project in the Philippines, but also the largest-capacity wind turbine the company has delivered in the international market to date.
It is understood that this 8-megawatt wind turbine is equipped with a 182-meter rotor diameter, 105-meter hub height, and 90-meter blade length. It adopts typhoon-resistant wind turbine technology specifically designed for islands and coastal regions, enabling it to withstand harsh weather conditions.
The total installed capacity of the wind power project is 64 megawatts and is developed by the Philippine renewable energy firm Alternergy Holdings Corporation. It is part of the second round of the Philippine government's Green Energy Auction Program (GEAP). Once completed, the project will be one of the first wind power projects to be commissioned under this program, further enhancing the Philippines’ renewable energy generation capacity.
Chou De Loh, Country Manager of Envision Energy Philippines, said that the successful installation of the first turbine of the Alabat Wind Power Project is not only a significant milestone for the company’s development in the Philippines and Southeast Asia, but also demonstrates multiple technological breakthroughs.
He said that the project features the company’s typhoon-resistant turbine design and modular tower installation technology for the first time, and it is also the first time Envision Energy has directly transported wind turbine equipment from China to overseas markets via dedicated barges. Despite the complex environment of the project site and severe weather conditions, the team worked closely with developers and local partners to ensure the engineering progressed safely and efficiently.
Knud Hedeager, President of Alternergy Wind Holdings Corporation, noted that completing the installation of the first turbine is of great significance. The project faced multiple challenges, including offshore transportation using dedicated barges, building a dedicated wharf on the island, installing large equipment, and obtaining a substantial number of construction permits.
He said these challenges demonstrated that with firm determination and good partnerships, difficulties can be overcome to drive the development of renewable energy.
As Envision Energy continues to expand its presence in Southeast Asia, this project also highlights the company’s ability to build large-scale renewable energy infrastructure in challenging environments, providing important support for regional energy transition and sustainable development.
The total installed capacity of the wind power project is 64 megawatts and is developed by the Philippine renewable energy firm Alternergy Holdings Corporation. It is part of the second round of the Philippine government's Green Energy Auction Program (GEAP). Once completed, the project will be one of the first wind power projects to be commissioned under this program, further enhancing the Philippines’ renewable energy generation capacity.
Chou De Loh, Country Manager of Envision Energy Philippines, said that the successful installation of the first turbine of the Alabat Wind Power Project is not only a significant milestone for the company’s development in the Philippines and Southeast Asia, but also demonstrates multiple technological breakthroughs.
He said that the project features the company’s typhoon-resistant turbine design and modular tower installation technology for the first time, and it is also the first time Envision Energy has directly transported wind turbine equipment from China to overseas markets via dedicated barges. Despite the complex environment of the project site and severe weather conditions, the team worked closely with developers and local partners to ensure the engineering progressed safely and efficiently.
Knud Hedeager, President of Alternergy Wind Holdings Corporation, noted that completing the installation of the first turbine is of great significance. The project faced multiple challenges, including offshore transportation using dedicated barges, building a dedicated wharf on the island, installing large equipment, and obtaining a substantial number of construction permits.
He said these challenges demonstrated that with firm determination and good partnerships, difficulties can be overcome to drive the development of renewable energy.
As Envision Energy continues to expand its presence in Southeast Asia, this project also highlights the company’s ability to build large-scale renewable energy infrastructure in challenging environments, providing important support for regional energy transition and sustainable development.