The planned P4-billion waste-to-energy (WTE) facility on a four-hectare site in Capas, Tarlac is a significant leap forward in the country’s sustainable development and modern waste management strategies.

The agreement was secured by the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) with Indian engineering firm Uttamenergy Limited following President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s five-day state visit to the South Asian country on Aug. 4 to 8.

“This project addresses two of the most pressing national concerns: Waste management and energy generation,” Amando Diaz, president and chief executive officer (CEO) of ATD Waste-To-Energy Corp., said in a news release over the weekend.

“This facility is more than just a power plant. It is a transformative solution that aligns with our goals of environmental protection, energy security, and sustainable urban development.”

Envisioned as the most advanced waste-to-energy facility in the Philippines, the project is part of the New Clark City master-planned by BCDA.

“This project delivers direct national value and reinforces our transition to clean energy, supports modern waste management for cities, and brings high-impact foreign capital into one of the Philippines’ most strategic growth areas,” BCDA President and CEO Joshua Bingcang said in a previous statement.

Utilizing advanced, globally proven technology, the plant will safely convert non-recyclable waste into electricity, significantly reducing landfill dependence while contributing to the national power grid.