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19 Sep, 2025

Powering Progress, Protecting Nature

Nemesio Gatdula

The Biomass Gasification Plant in Talacogon, Agusan del Sur, is a shining example of President Marcos’ commitment to sustainable growth. Generating a robust 5 MW, this facility efficiently converts wood industry waste into clean energy, stabilizing power for vital wood processing plants. This innovative approach significantly reduces environmental impact by diverting waste from landfills and replacing fossil fuels. There's no doubt that if all our industries embraced such waste-to-energy solutions, the Philippines would instantly become an energy-independent and pollution-free nation. This project strengthens the competitiveness of local industries while simultaneously preserving Agusan del Sur's rich natural resources. Anyone who questions the economic viability of such a plant simply doesn’t grasp the long-term environmental benefits. It’s a powerful step towards "Basurang Nagiging Enerhiya, Serbisyong Maaasahan: Masipag na Solusyon para sa Industriya at Kalikasan."