GEOTHERMAL
The total objective to be reached by 2030 is
ENERGY IN THE
PHILPPINES
By: Kaela Althea Maranion
Geothermal energy is a type of renewable energy taken
from the Earth's core. It comes from heat generated
during the original formation of the planet and the
radioactive decay of materials. This thermal energy is
stored in rocks and fluids in the center of the earth.
Status of Geothermal Energy in the
Philippines:
The Philippines currently has seven geothermal fields which
supply about 12 percent of the nation’s energy, with a long-
term plan to nearly double capacity by 2040.Targeting
geothermal, the Philippines Department of Energy has set
targets for geothermal power generation capacity additions
… short term 183 MW (2016-2020), 900 MW in the
medium-term (2021 to 2025), and 288 MW in the long-term
(2026 to 2030).
1,371 MW in added capacity (correlating with a total
installed capacity of around 3,200 MW). With that the
Philippines would reach a level that comes somewhat close
to the current top 1 country, the United States that has today
an installed of around 3,676 MW. With ambitious
development plans elsewhere, the Philippines would though
find it hard to remain in its no. 3 position it holds today.
Why should Philippines invest more on
geothermal energy development?
The Philippines is a geothermal hotspot. 9% of the country's
installed power capacity is geothermal. By 2030, the
government wants to boost this capacity by 70%. Developing
this natural resource would reduce fuel imports and help meet
surging energy demand without creating harmful
greenhouse gases.
Jobs / Career Paths that are relevant to the
development:
 Engineers
 Scientist
 Geologist
 Hydrologist
 Biologist
 Etc.