SPI, PHIVIDEC Industrial Estate, Villanueva (2026)

27/10/2025

Together with our partners from LGU-Villanueva and VK General Services-MPC, we joined the 6th Silk Summit in Centro de Turismo, Intramuros, Manila, organized recently by DOST-PTRI. We shared updates on our Sericulture Project in Villanueva—an initiative guided and supported by DOST-PTRI-Villanueva.

Ours is a modest start, but one that holds great promise. There is still much to learn and build, yet the strong spirit of collaboration among partners inspires confidence that we can make things happen.

More than just weaving silk, we are weaving opportunities—for livelihood, for innovation, and for local pride. One day, we envision a silk that’s proudly made in Villanueva.

Through this project, we are reminded that great things begin with small, purposeful steps—and with unity, passion, and perseverance, we can turn threads of possibility into a fabric of progress for our community.

This endeavor reflects SPI’s continuing commitment to uplift lives through the Livelihood and Economic Enterprise Development (LEED) Program.

21/10/2025

We are happy we have engaged with our barangay partners through two batches of IEC sessions with officials from Barangays Dayawan, Tambobong, and Poblacion 1 in Villanueva, and Mohon and Sta. Cruz in Tagoloan. The sessions allowed us to share updates on our operations, plant performance, and community programs, while also fostering open dialogue with our local partners. As part of our continuing commitment to community development, we turned over health and office equipment to the said barangays to help enhance healthcare delivery and administrative services.

We are grateful for the appreciation expressed by our partners and happy to support their efforts in serving the community.

15/10/2025

We were pleased to host the officials of PSALM, led by President Dennis Dela Serna, for a site visit held recently to the DOST–Philippine Textile Research Institute (PTRI) facility in Villanueva. The visit served as an opportunity to share our excitement for the ongoing Silk Weaving Project—a meaningful collaboration among partners - SPI, LGU-Villanueva, and DOST-PTRI aimed at establishing a local silk production industry in Villanueva.

The visit provided valuable insights into silk cocoon production and its transformation into high-quality silk fibers. Our PSALM guests found the experience not only educational but also inspiring, particularly as they toured the Silk Innovation Hub—the first in Mindanao and the largest in the Philippines.

We extend our appreciation to Ms. Jona May Basit and Ms. Pau Castillon of DOST-PTRI for their warm welcome and comprehensive briefing, as well as to our LGU partner, Municipal Tourism Officer Arch. Paul Perocello, for joining and supporting the visit.

15/10/2025

PSALM President Visits SPI’s Mindanao Power Plant

Officials from Power Sector Assets and Liabilities Management (PSALM) Corporation led by its President Dennis Edward Dela Serna recently visited SPI’s Mindanao Power Plant to witness firsthand the facility’s operational efficiency and its commitment to environmentally responsible practices.

Mr. Dela Serna was warmly received by SPI President and CEO Ronaldo Ramos, Aboitiz Power Vice President for External Relations Ramon Marcos Pernia Jr., SPI Chief Operating Officer and Power Plant Manager Dr. Carsten Evers, Regional Technical Director John Dean, and Chief Commercial Officer Ruben AIcala Jr.

During the plant tour, Mr. Dela Serna commended SPI for its outstanding operational performance, emphasizing the company’s remarkable achievement of maintaining a well-managed and efficiently operating power plant for nearly two decades now — a testament to its steadfast commitment to operational excellence, environmental stewardship, and high standards of workplace organization and maintenance.

10/10/2025

The SPI Multipartite Monitoring Team (SPI-MMT), led by Chairman Oliver Ello, recently visited SPI’s Carbon Sink Project — a collaborative initiative with E. Pelaez Ranch Inc. (EPRI) and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) — located in Mapawa, Cugman, Cagayan de Oro City.

The team, joined by our SPI colleagues, was warmly welcomed by Mr. Eduardo “Bong” Pelaez, President of EPRI, who provided an insightful briefing on the project’s progress and personally guided the group during the field tour.

Covering a total of 1,200 hectares, the Carbon Sink Project aims to:

- Establish a 500-hectare plantation forest
- Maintain and protect another 500-hectare tree plantation and
- Conduct Timber Stand Improvement (TSI) on an existing 200-hectare natural forest.

Beyond Mapawa, SPI is also implementing an Urban Forestry Project in our host communities of Villanueva and Tagoloan in partnership with the respective local government units. A dedicated plant nursery has been established to supply seedlings needed to reforest targeted areas throughout the 25-year plant operation period.

This long-term initiative is a key component of SPI’s Environmental Conservation (Eco) Program, reflecting the company’s steadfast commitment to environmental protection and sustainability.

08/10/2025

We are pleased to collaborate with the Local Government Unit of Villanueva and CEPALCO for the implementation of electrification projects in the community under the Department of Energy’s ER 1-94 program.

This collaboration underscores SPI’s continuing commitment to energizing communities and supporting local development through sustainable power initiatives. Access to reliable electricity helps improve living conditions, drive economic activities, enhance education and healthcare services, and promote inclusive growth within the community.

Together, we work to bring the benefits of energy closer to every home and empower the people of Villanueva toward a brighter and more sustainable future.

06/10/2025

17 Million Safe Man-Hours Milestone!

SPI proudly launched the REHSS Awareness Month with the theme “Steadfast in Safety, Strong in Resilience: Sustaining SSHE Stewardship Together.”

The celebration kicked off with the REHSS Awareness Walk and opening program at the IEC Hall, highlighting our shared commitment to safety, health, environment, and security.

A major highlight of the event was our achievement of 17 million Safe Man-Hours without loss-time accident—a true testament to our strong safety culture and teamwork.

We also extend our heartfelt thanks to the Villanueva FireStation for joining and supporting the activity. Your presence further strengthened the spirit of safety and community partnership.

This month, we continue with trainings, workshops, and campaigns to keep building a safer, more resilient, and sustainable workplace—together.

25/09/2025

SPI employees, together with employees from long-time partners VK General Services-MPC, John Clement’s Consultancy Inc., Davao Cavaliers, and volunteers from Brgy. Balacanas, actively participated in the recent International Coastal Cleanup organized by LGU-Villanueva MENRO.

Along with our partners, we believe that even the simplest actions matter. Every piece of trash collected means a cleaner shore and safer seas for marine life.

Let’s keep working together to protect our coasts, care for our seas, and inspire others to build a cleaner, greener future.

18/09/2025

We extend our gratitude to the LGU–Villanueva, led by Hon. Mayor Julio T. Uy, for the warm welcome during our courtesy visit today. The meeting was marked by a lively exchange and a renewed commitment to strengthen our partnership in driving development and positive change in the community.

SPI was represented by our Chief Operating Officer/ Power Plant Manager Dr Carsten Evers, Chief Commercial Officer Ruben Alcala, Jr., COMREL Officer Elnie B. Cagas & IEC Specialist Ryan Orteza.

Also present were Mr. Israel A. Permi and Mr. Arturo S. Allera Jr., Assistants to the Mayor, whose valuable insights further enriched the discussion.

18/09/2025

We would like to thank LGU Villanueva through its PESO and MDRRMO in collaboration with DOLE- Mis Or Provincial Office, for giving us the opportunity to be part in the Mandatory Eight-Hour Safety & Health (MESH) Training and share our expertise in building a strong culture of safety and health for workers and the community.

Special thanks also to our colleagues Mr Neil Quijano, REHSS Manager; Engr Levi Tampus, Safety Officer; Ms Amy Batilo, Environment Officer and Mr Ronald Paderanga, Company Nurse for being the resource persons.

This collaboration underscores our shared commitment to comply with DOLE’s requirements and ensure that Villanueva’s workforce remains safe, healthy, resilient, and future-ready.

02/09/2025

We are honored to receive a Plaque of Appreciation from the Environmental Management Bureau Region X (EMB-X), led by Regional Director Reynaldo Digamo, during the Environmental Summit 2025 at N Hotel, Cagayan de Oro City.

This award highlights our support in providing essential materials and equipment that have helped improve EMB-X facilities, creating a more conducive and comfortable working environment for its personnel and stakeholders.

SPI remains committed to supporting environmental programs and fostering initiatives that promote sustainability for the community and future generations. 🌿

01/09/2025

SPI Power supports MENRO-Tagoloan’s green project initiatives

As part of our commitment to environmental stewardship and community development, we recently turned over various materials to the Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office (MENRO) of Tagoloan in support to its green project initiatives particularly the repurposing of hard plastic wastes into functional and sustainable furniture products.

The materials were received by MENRO officials who expressed their sincere gratitude to SPI Power for its continued support and partnership in advancing eco-friendly solutions and innovative waste management practices in the municipality.

This initiative reflects a shared vision between SPI Power and MENRO Tagoloan—to create a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future for the community.

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