Powering Change Through Regeneration
For nearly five decades, Energy Development Corporation has led the Philippines’ renewable energy revolution. But its mission extends far beyond generating electricity, it is about regenerating the environment and transforming communities. Guided by its purpose “to forge collaborative pathways for a decarbonized and regenerative future,” EDC applies a holistic approach to sustainability that combines clean energy production with nature-based solutions and social empowerment. Its geothermal operations across Leyte, Bicol, Negros, and Mindanao are more than energy facilities; they are centers of environmental stewardship, education, and livelihood development.
EDC’s community programs stem from its belief that true sustainability must elevate both people and the planet. Through the BINHI Greening Legacy program, EDC has reforested more than 10,000 hectares and protected over 160 threatened Philippine native tree species. These reforested areas now act as natural carbon sinks, absorbing more than 1.7 million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent each year far exceeding the company’s total operational emissions. EDC also works hand in hand with local farmers and indigenous communities to manage and protect forest areas, providing alternative livelihoods such as eco-tourism, beekeeping, and seedling propagation.
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Building Resilient and Inclusive Communities
EDC’s social commitment is anchored on collaboration. Its stakeholder framework focuses on five key groups: customers, co-creators, communities, investors, and the Earth. Through this framework, EDC ensures that every project benefits both business and society. In 2023 alone, EDC implemented 155 community development projects across 12 provinces, focusing on education, disaster resilience, and health access. The company’s SIKAT Program provides scholarships and mentorship for underprivileged youth in host communities, while its KEITECH Technical School equips young Filipinos with technical and vocational skills for future employment.
During times of disaster, EDC is among the first responders. The company’s Business Continuity and Crisis Management System ensures rapid mobilization of resources and humanitarian aid for affected communities. Beyond immediate relief, EDC invests in long-term disaster risk reduction, helping local governments develop climate-adaptive infrastructure and early warning systems. These initiatives embody EDC’s philosophy of co-creation—where communities become partners in sustainable progress rather than passive beneficiaries.
Championing a Regenerative Future
EDC’s regenerative approach has become a model for corporate sustainability in Asia. Its climate adaptation and mitigation programs are guided by science and aligned with global frameworks such as the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD), the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), and the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB). The company’s integrated reporting system provides transparency and accountability to all stakeholders, reinforcing its leadership in ESG governance.
EDC’s efforts also extend to biodiversity research and protection. It has established partnerships with academic institutions and local governments to protect endangered species, restore critical habitats, and mainstream the planting of native trees in reforestation projects. Through the BINHI Tree for the Future and Tree for Life subprograms, the company ensures that each reforested area serves ecological, economic, and cultural value. These programs not only restore forests but also rebuild hope turning degraded land into living classrooms for environmental education.
At its core, EDC’s success is defined not by megawatts generated but by lives transformed. From geothermal plants that power industries to social initiatives that empower people, the company exemplifies what it means to create shared value. Its story is a testament that energy, when harnessed with integrity and compassion, can regenerate both nature and humanity.
