In a bid to reaffirm its commitment to sustainability, Far Eastern University (FEU) announced that it is now sourcing 98.31 percent of its total energy from renewable sources.

Edward Kilakiga, FEU Vice President for Facilities and Technical Services, said this is part of their action to neutralize its carbon footprint as its response to the global call to help address climate change.

“Even before sustainability became a trend, the choices FEU made already reflected a strong commitment to resource efficiency and environmental stewardship,” Kilakiga explained.

"Our goal to be a clear leader in the sustainability arena builds on this long-standing dedication to minimizing waste and promoting responsible practices," he added.

FEU’s transition to renewable energy began in 2017 through its participation in the Retail Competition and Open Access (RCOA) program, starting with a 1,300-kilowatt (kW) supply that steadily increased to 2,550 kW by 2024.

In 2025, the university expanded its clean energy portfolio further through the Green Energy Option Program (GEOP), which now powers portions of FEU Manila, Makati, Diliman, Cavite, and the Roosevelt campuses in Rodriguez, Cainta, and Marikina.

Through GEOP, these campuses benefit from improved energy security, greater cost efficiency, and a stronger commitment to environmental sustainability—collectively accounting for 51.07 percent of the university’s renewable energy supply as of 26 April.

Complementing these large-scale partnerships is FEU’s strategic investment in on-site solar power systems, which continue to grow across its campuses.

University-wide, FEU increased its solar panel capacity by 369.37 percent in 2024, reaching 468.9 kW peak (kWp), significantly reducing its reliance on non-renewable sources.

In FEU Roosevelt Rodriguez, a 99.9 kWp rooftop solar system became operational in April 2019.

This was followed by a 112 kWp rooftop solar system in FEU Roosevelt Marikina in April 2024, and a 257 kWp installation at FEU Cavite in May 2024, covering both Basic and Higher Education buildings.

Together, these systems are expected to generate a total of 524,286 kWh of clean energy annually and reduce more than 373.4 tons of greenhouse gas emissions.

“These initiatives have strengthened our position across the FEU Group," Kilakiga continued.

"We invest in sustainable innovations that align with our Aspiration 2028, building momentum as we approach our centennial anniversary,” he added.