BCDA, CostPlus ink partnership to explore renewable energy solutions in New Clark City
In the Photo: The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) has teamed up with Filipino tech firm CostPlus, Inc. to accelerate the shift toward clean, renewable, and smart energy solutions in New Clark City and other BCDA-managed estates. The ceremonial signing was attended by Indian Ambassador to the Philippines, H.E. Shri Harsh Kumar Jain, alongside CostPlus, Inc. President Anand Mahtani and BCDA Executive Vice President and COO Atty. Gisela Z. Kalalo. BCDA photo
In a bid to accelerate the shift toward clean, renewable, and smart energy initiatives, the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) has partnered with Filipino tech firm CostPlus, Inc. to explore the development of innovative renewable energy solutions in New Clark City and other properties managed by the BCDA.
On Tuesday, 14 October 2025, BCDA President and CEO Joshua M. Bingcang and CostPlus, Inc. President Anand Mahtani formalized the partnership through the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that will pave the way for feasibility studies on key sustainable energy initiatives.
“With partners like CostPlus, we are confident that together we can unlock the full clean energy potential of New Clark City and show the rest of the country that green development and economic growth can go hand in hand,” said Engr. Bingcang.
Under the agreement, proposed projects include the development of a 5-megawatt microgrid system powered by solar energy, battery storage, and auxiliary power technologies.
Another major component is the establishment of a 20-metric-ton-per-day waste-to-energy (WTE) facility, designed to convert solid waste into compressed natural gas (CNG) that can be used to fuel public transportation. The facility is also expected to produce high-grade fertilizers as a valuable by-product.
“[BCDA] is looking at building a city for the sustainable future to showcase to the world that green technology and a clean, sustainable environment for development can exist here in the Philippines,” Mr. Mahtani said during his speech.
Mr. Mahtani also highlighted that the initiative will convert waste into compressed natural gas, providing a sustainable energy source to support the fuel needs of jeepneys.
In a symbolic gesture marking the start of the partnership, CostPlus, Inc. donated an electric bus to BCDA, demonstrating both parties shared commitment to advancing green mobility and supporting the government’s broader sustainability agenda.
The signing event was also witnessed by Indian Ambassador to the Philippines H.E. Shri Harsh Kumar Jain, CostPlus, Inc. President Anand Mahtani, and BCDA Executive Vice President and COO Atty. Gisela Z. Kalalo.
This strategic collaboration forms part of BCDA’s broader commitment to position New Clark City as a model for smart, resilient, and sustainable urban development in the Philippines.
