Clean energy firm CostPlus, through its Kidlat EV brand, has brought electricity and internet access to a remote public school in Agusan del Norte to help address infrastructure gaps in underserved communities.
In a media statement on Thursday, the company said it has designed and installed a standalone solar photovoltaic and energy storage system at Datu Saldong Domino Elementary School in Buenavista in partnership with the Department of Education and the National Electrification Administration.
The school previously had no reliable electricity or internet access.
The system provides uninterrupted power, eliminates the need for diesel generators, and supports high-speed internet, essential for digital learning tools and online resources.
“Kidlat EV is honored to be part of this transformative initiative,” CostPlus President Anand H. Mahtani said.
“Access to electricity and the internet is no longer a luxury — it’s foundational for modern education. We’re proud to support DepEd’s vision by delivering clean, resilient solar energy that empowers teachers and students,” he added.
Local school personnel and community members were trained in monitoring and maintaining the system to ensure long-term sustainability.
Education Secretary Juan Edgardo “Sonny” Angara, who led the initiative, visited the school and emphasized that the project was about more than just providing electricity but empowering the community.
He said access to power helps bring quality education closer to students in remote areas and shows how collaboration can improve learning conditions nationwide.
As of April, there are 1,392 active renewable energy contracts in the country, with a total installed capacity of 7.05 gigawatts (GW). Solar energy accounts for 515 of these contracts, contributing 2.56 GW to the total.