MSpectrum, Inc., a wholly owned solar subsidiary of the Manila Electric Company (Meralco), has partnered with food manufacturer Edward Keller Philippines Inc. (EKPI) to help the latter reduce its carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable environment.

In a statement, MSpectrum said a 630-kilowatt-peak (kWp) solar facility will be installed at EKPI’s industrial facility in Carmelray Industrial Park in Laguna and is targeted for completion in the second quarter of 2025.

The project is expected to generate approximately 714,553 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of clean energy every year.

“This project not only helps us cut energy costs by P1.2 million a year, but also helps us reduce our carbon footprint by 422 metric tons,” Alexander Ong Oh, EKPI president said on Wednesday, Dec. 4.

The 422-metric ton reduction in EKPI’s carbon footprint is equivalent to 23,000 trees planted and more than 2.03 million kilometers reduced in vehicle travel per year.

Apart from reducing its carbon footprint, the solar project will also allow EKPI to lock in its energy costs for the next 10 years and ensure its business remains operational even in the event of scheduled power interruptions.

“We would be counting on MSpectrum to help us achieve this, and we look forward to future collaborations, possibly adding more solar generation,” Oh added.

EKPI is one of the brands of DKSH Philippines that manufacture ingredients for food, personal care, specialty chemicals, and pharmaceutical industries.

EKPI joins the roster of international and local companies that engaged MSpectrum to achieve more efficient and sustainable business operations.

“We celebrate the contract signing for the installation of 630 kWp solar power generating system that will help EKPI achieve their sustainability goals,” MSpectrum COO Patrick Henry T. Panlilio said.

With its eight years in the industry, MSpectrum has already installed more than 80 megawatts (MW) of solar rooftop projects.