PetroWind Energy Inc. (PWEI) was founded on March 6, 2013, in the Philippines with the mission to develop and operate the 50 MW Nabas Wind Power Project (NWPP) in Nabas-Malay, Aklan. The company is a joint venture formed by three respected energy companies: PetroGreen Energy Corporation (PGEC) and EEI Power Corporation from the Philippines, and BCPG Public Company Ltd from Thailand. PWEI ensures that its operations positively impact the economy, society, and environment through careful management of its direct and indirect effects.
Corporate Social Responsibility: We Power H.E.L.P.
PWEI’s commitment to the community is exemplified through its We Power H.E.L.P. (Health, Education, and Livelihood Program), which focuses on long-term, sustainable projects. The program aims to enhance, enrich, and empower the communities it serves. By enhancing natural and human resources, enriching them through capacity building, and empowering communities to become self-sustaining and resilient, PWEI ensures that its initiatives foster lasting change.
Health, Education, and Livelihood Projects
PWEI’s health initiatives aim to provide basic medical services and proper nutrition to its host communities. The company collaborates with local medical service providers and government units for annual medical missions and nutrition projects. In the realm of education, PWEI offers scholarships, teacher training, and supplies to improve learning outcomes. For livelihood, PWEI supports the local weaving industry and promotes eco-tourism, ensuring that projects are sustainable and resilient through active community participation and training.
Building Investor Confidence through Social Responsibility
PWEI’s community outreach initiatives have not only benefited local communities but also enhanced the company’s brand and reputation. These programs have played a key role in building investors’ confidence, attracting potential partners and financial institutions. The company’s dedication to balancing profitability with responsible economic, social, and environmental impact has positioned it as a trusted partner in sustainable development.
Fostering Safe Operations and Community Partnership
By actively engaging with local communities, PWEI has fostered good relationships that contribute to safe environments for its operations. The partnership with the communities has led to continuous power generation and performance exceeding targets. As a result, local communities have developed a sense of ownership of the project, working with PWEI to promote local progress and sustainability.
Transforming Communities for the Better
Through its community initiatives, PWEI has transformed its host community from an isolated village into a progressive and thriving area. These efforts demonstrate PWEI’s long-term commitment to not just energy production, but also to the well-being and prosperity of the communities it serves.
Powering Up for Environmental Protection
PWEI also prioritizes environmental sustainability, ensuring compliance with environmental laws and regulations. In line with the government’s environmental priorities, the company has established and maintained a 41-hectare forest and fruit tree plantation. PWEI’s commitment to environmental care goes beyond regulatory compliance, as it actively engages host communities in its environmental protection efforts, spreading the message of sustainability. In 2017, PWEI’s bioengineering measures for site rehabilitation and protection were internationally recognized as Environmental Upgrade of the Year by Asian Power Magazine.
Through its innovative approach to both community development and environmental protection, PWEI exemplifies how energy companies can be powerful agents of positive change, balancing growth with sustainable practices.
