THE Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) said that it received commitments from a Danish company and the Royal Danish Embassy in Manila to help prepare a so-called “green map” that will guide New Clark City’s decarbonization efforts.
In a statement on Wednesday, the BCDA said it has been in talks with Danfoss, Inc. on the energy efficiency and decarbonization plan for New Clark City, which touts itself as a smart and green urban space.
Danfoss provides technology and solutions aimed at driving the green transition through energy efficiency, machine productivity, lower emissions, and electrification, the BCDA said.
It added that it received a commitment from Danish Ambassador Franz-Michael Mellbin for the assistance of the Danish government in “optimizing the New Clark City for energy efficiency” through sharing Danish expertise in green solutions and innovation.
BCDA Chairman Delfin N. Lorenzana said sustainability is built into the development and investment plans of New Clark City.
“These initiatives include the development of renewable energy, the use of low-carbon district cooling technologies, smart governance of mass transportation, and the establishment of a solid waste-to-energy system and facilities,” Mr. Lorenzana said.
BCDA’s projects also include the development and expansion of industrial spaces, greenbelts and river parks, eco-tourism and hospitality facilities, and universities, among others.
BCDA President and Chief Executive Officer Joshua M. Bingcang said: “We are not only mindful of the commercial arrangement. We want sustainability to be a key factor in our development. We are always into ‘future-proofing’, especially on the sustainability aspect of development.” — Justine Irish D. Tabile
