The country’s increasing power requirements are anticipated to be met by nuclear energy, according to Philippine officials.
The United Arab Emirates became the first Arab nation to operate a nuclear power facility in 2021.
MANILA: Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. conferred with Mohammed Al-Hammadi, CEO of Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC), on Monday in an effort to integrate atomic energy into the country’s energy mix.
The Philippines is currently engaged in the pursuit of sustainable and renewable energy solutions to address the high cost of electricity and the frequent occurrence of power outages. At present, coal is the primary source of power in the nation, accounting for more than half of its energy production.
ENEC CEO Al-Hammadi engaged in a conversation with President Marcos regarding prospective nuclear energy collaborations during a courtesy visit to Malacañang Palace in Manila.
According to the Presidential Communications Office, the President is optimistic about the potential for a fruitful partnership with ENEC as the Philippines explores the use of nuclear energy for power generation.
Marcos informed Al-Hammadi that the government is meticulously evaluating its subsequent actions, stating that nuclear energy is a subject that has been the subject of much discussion.
“This has emerged as a matter of paramount importance.” Marcos expressed his optimism that we will be able to identify methods of cooperation in this regard.
Additionally, Philippine officials are of the opinion that nuclear energy has the potential to satisfy the nation’s increasing energy needs, which are anticipated to exceed 68 GW by 2040.
ENEC, which was established in 2009, is responsible for the development and operation of the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant in Abu Dhabi, as well as the UAE’s Peaceful Nuclear Energy Program.
The UAE became the first Arab nation to operate a nuclear power facility with the opening of Barakah in 2021.
