Philippines eyes over 50% renewable power by 2050 as ASEAN outlook backs goals
The Philippines has set a target to source over 50% of its power from renewable energy by 2050, aligning with the ASEAN Energy Outlook. The government plans to achieve this through infrastructure development, energy storage, and the Green Energy Auction Program.
Why it matters
This policy shift is a major step in the regional energy transition, reflecting broader ASEAN efforts to reduce energy intensity and increase sustainability.
Published: 19 minutes ago Photo by Quang Nguyen Vinh via Pexels Philippines eyes over 50% renewable power by 2050 as ASEAN outlook backs goals Regional ambitions include a 40% reduction in energy intensity by 2030.
The Philippines aims to increase renewable energy 's share of its power generation mix to more than 50% by 2050, with the ninth ASEAN Energy Outlook (AEO9) reinforcing the country's priorities of diversifying energy supply and strengthening power infrastructure.
The target is aligned with the Philippine Energy Plan 2023–2050, which sets renewable energy shares of 35% by 2030, 50% by 2040 and more than 50% by 2050, according to the Philippine Department of Energy (DOE).
The government supports this goal through programmes such as the Green Energy Auction Program.
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