WINNING | Alsons Power boosts Bohol’s energy resilience

August 6, 2026
6:55PM PHT
Antonio Miguel B. Alcantara
Alsons Power CEO 

Bohol is strengthening its energy resilience through expanded backup power capacity, helping businesses, industries, and essential services remain operational during grid disruptions.

The effort supports the province’s broader push for economic growth and investment.

The Provincial Government of Bohol recognized Mapalad Power Corporation (MPC) Ubay, a subsidiary of Alsons Power Group, with the Governor’s Excellence Award during the 172nd Bohol Day Celebration in Tagbilaran City. Governor Erico Aristotle “Aris” Aumentado presented the award, citing the company’s contribution to the province’s energy reliability and economic stability.

“We are honored to receive this recognition from the Provincial Government of Bohol. This award reflects our shared commitment to unlocking the Province’s potential and empowering progress by helping ensure a stable and resilient power supply for Boholanos,” said Antonio Miguel B. Alcantara, CEO of Alsons Power Group.

Engr. Amedeo Revantad (9th from left), Plant Manager I, and Engr. Noel Galinato (9th from ), Project Manager, receive the award on behalf of MPC Ubay./Photo from Alsons Group 

Powering through disruptions

The recognition highlights the partnership between the Provincial Government of Bohol and Alsons Power in providing a dependable backup power source during grid disruptions and other contingencies.

MPC Ubay operates a 95.2-megawatt In-Island Diesel Baseload Backup Power Plant in Ubay, Bohol. The facility helps maintain electricity supply during emergencies, supporting essential services, business operations, and industrial activity across the province.

Award underscores partnership

The Governor’s Excellence Award also reinforces Alsons Power’s commitment to working with local governments and communities to advance sustainable and inclusive development while supporting Bohol’s long-term energy resilience.

—Edited by Miguel R. Camus 

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