Mayor Kristine Vanessa Chiong of Naga City, southern Cebu

With the global warming crisis made worse by the use of coal and other dirty energy sources, many local government units have been working overtime to find alternative power sources that are cost-efficient and sustainable.

One of many local projects worth recognizing for being both is the use of solar panels in the city hall of Naga City, southern Cebu.

With the support of the PNOC Renewables Corp., Mayor Kristine Vanessa Chiong has transformed the Enan Chiong Activity Center into a model structure running on renewable energy. Solar panels that provide 100kWp were installed on the building’s roof to provide 28 percent of the city hall’s power requirements.

Aside from savings in energy costs, the project is estimated to cut the building’s carbon emissions by 106 tons annually.

On top of this green initiative, Mayor Chiong also spearheaded the expansion of the city jail and detention center, the construction of drainage and water systems, the construction of school buildings in Barangay South Poblacion, and the extension of the Boardwalk in Barangay East Poblacion.

These projects help the city move forward by responding to the immediate needs of the community without compromising the environment.