PLDT eyes collab for solar power solutions

MANILA, Philippines — Telco giant PLDT Inc. is exploring a pioneering collaboration with a leading solar energy provider to introduce another first in the Philippine telco industry.

Through the upcoming partnership, PLDT Home is poised to combine reliable high-speed connectivity with renewable energy systems to bring internet and solar power solutions to Filipino households.

The company said the initiative is aimed at helping families stay connected while managing rising electricity costs more efficiently.

“If people can have solar panels installed together with internet in one go, it should be very compelling for our customers, especially the ones who wish to future-proof their homes,” PLDT chief operating officer Butch Jimenez said.

According to PLDT, initial test marketing activities have generated highly promising results. Strong consumer interest was recorded in an integrated digital and energy solution that offers both convenience and long-term savings.

PLDT said the planned offering would allow subscribers to access solar infrastructure through affordable monthly payments spread over multiple years.

This will significantly lower the upfront cost typically associated with residential solar installations, it said.

John Palanca, head of PLDT Home, said full details of the offering would be announced soon.

“Aside from enabling our customers to upgrade their homes in the most convenient possible way, this also helps PLDT own the whole home, and not just the internet portion,” Palanca said.

PLDT said collaboration reflects its chairman, Manuel V. Pangilinan’s, continued commitment to innovation and to delivering meaningful technologies that improve everyday life for Filipinos across the country.