The Department of Energy (DOE) announced on Thursday the successful completion of the Fourth Round of the Green Energy Auction Program (GEA-4), advancing over 10,000 megawatts (MW) of renewable energy (RE) projects.
The agency awarded 123 winning bidders, representing a diverse mix of technologies including ground-mounted solar, roof-mounted solar, floating solar, integrated renewable energy with energy storage systems (IRESS) and onshore wind.
The total awarded capacity reached 10,195.49 MW, with the successful rate of 96 percent from the installation target and committed to be delivered starting 2026 until 2029.
Of which, ground-mounted solar projects accounted for over 4,179.09 MW, with major contributions from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao grids.
Floating solar emerged as a strong contender, securing 2,284 MW, including large-scale projects in Laguna, Pampanga, and Negros.
Onshore wind projects added 2,518.29 MW, with significant developments planned in Quezon, Sorsogon, and Visayas provinces.
Integrated RE with energy storage systems contributed 1,189.29 MW, enhancing grid reliability and energy security.
Roof-mounted solar, while smaller in scale, added 24.82 MW, promoting decentralized and urban clean energy solutions.
The DOE is requiring all winning bidders to submit key compliance documents, including affidavits of undertaking, performance bonds, system impact studies, and proof of financial obligations by December 6, 2025.