Cagayan de Oro City, April 3, 2025 – MORESCO-1’s Engineering Services Department (ESD) Manager, Collen B. Tarcelo, took center stage as one of the distinguished panelists at the Philippine Electric Power Industry Forum (PEPIF) 2025. The event, organized by the Independent Electricity Market Operator of the Philippines (IEMOP), will be held at the LimKetKai Luxe Hotel, gathering key industry leaders to discuss the theme, “Accelerating Philippine Renewable Energy Transition through Innovation and Collaboration.”
Now in its third year, PEPIF has established itself as a vital platform for energy stakeholders to engage in meaningful discussions, fostering collaboration and promoting synergy in fast-tracking the country’s energy transition. The forum brings together experts and policymakers to tackle pressing issues in the Philippine power industry and chart a path forward toward a more sustainable energy future.
Engr. Tarcelo, an advocate for innovative and sustainable power solutions, contributed insights on how electric cooperatives like MORESCO-1 play a critical role in the transition to renewable energy. With extensive experience in engineering and power distribution, he will share MORESCO-1’s initiatives in integrating renewable energy solutions within its service areas and how strategic collaborations can drive sustainable energy development.
Joining Engr. Tarcelo on the panel are esteemed industry leaders and policymakers, including:
- Mylene C. Capongcol, Assistant Secretary, Department of Energy
- Rose Marie Mendoza, PhD, Acting Director, Resource-Based Industries Service, Board of Investments (BOI)
- Juan Eugenio L. Roxas, President and CEO, FDC Utilities, Inc.
- Dr. Fernando T. Aldaba, PhD, Professor, Department of Economics, Ateneo de Manila University
- Ben Kritz, Columnist, The Manila Times (Moderator)
The discussion aims to highlight best practices, policy directions, and technological innovations that will accelerate the transition towards renewable energy in the country. With MORESCO-1’s ongoing commitment to energy sustainability and community empowerment, Engr. Tarcelo’s participation in PEPIF 2025 reinforces the cooperative’s role in shaping the future of the electric power industry.
For more updates on MORESCO-1’s initiatives, follow our official channels and stay tuned for insights from this prestigious event.