Demonstrating its unwavering commitment to sustainable development and community empowerment, renewable energy leader Vena Energy, together with its project companies across the Philippines, has mobilized resources and volunteers in support of the Department of Education’s (DepEd) annual Brigada Eskwela program.
Through targeted donations of maintenance materials, classroom equipment, and employee volunteerism, Vena Energy has provided meaningful support to public schools within its host communities. These efforts are aimed at creating safe, clean, and conducive learning environments for thousands of students as they prepare for the upcoming academic year.
This nationwide initiative reflects Vena Energy’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) commitment to advancing education and strengthening community resilience alongside its core mission of delivering clean energy. By partnering closely with educators, local government units (LGUs), and community stakeholders, the company continues to contribute to long-term, sustainable development in the regions where it operates.
“Our participation in Brigada Eskwela goes beyond preparing classrooms for the start of the school year. It reflects our deep commitment to being a responsible and trusted partner to our host communities,” said Samrinder Nehria, Head of Vena Energy in the Philippines. “For us, sustainability means more than generating clean energy. It means investing in the infrastructure, well-being, and future of the communities where we operate, particularly the children who will help shape tomorrow.”
Vena Energy’s localized project companies drove targeted support to address the specific needs of their host communities:
In Samar, the Gemini Wind Energy Corp. (GWEC) project team focused on weatherproofing school infrastructure. The team donated specialized roof paint to 13 public elementary and high schools to ensure facilities are well-protected against harsh tropical weather conditions, providing students with a more comfortable space to learn. Supported schools include:
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Rizal Elementary School, Cacaransan Elementary School, Guinbaoyan Norte Elementary School, and Migara National High School
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Calbayog Arts and Design School and Early Childhood Care and Development (CADSEV)
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Basud Integrated School, Oquendo Central School, Cagbayang Integrated School, and Cabatuan National High School
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Tinambacan Central School, Salhag Elementary School, Bantian Elementary School, and Bugtong Elementary School
In Rizal, Pililla Wind Power Corporation (PWPC) combined material support with hands-on grassroots action. PWPC donated essential paint and cleaning supplies to Bugarin Elementary School. Additionally, a dedicated team of 33 volunteers—comprising 13 employees from Vena Energy’s Makati corporate office and 20 site-based team members from PWPC—joined forces with local teachers and parents to repaint classrooms and clean common areas.
Meanwhile, Sembrano Wind Power Corporation (SWPC) focused on improving classroom comfort and ventilation, particularly during warmer months, by donating 32 stand fans to local schools:
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Malaya Elementary School: 20 units
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Niogan Elementary School: 12 units
Further reinforcing this collective effort, Vena Energy’s other regional project companies—including Mirae Asia Energy Corp., First Solar Energy Corporation, Helios Solar Energy Corp., and Asian Greenergy Corporation—provided vital paint and cleaning materials to partner schools within their respective host communities.
Together, these initiatives represent a highly coordinated effort across multiple provinces, including Rizal, Samar, Negros Occidental, Leyte, and Ilocos Norte. By strengthening the connection between renewable energy development and grassroots community support, Vena Energy continues to embody the Filipino spirit of bayanihan (communal unity)—helping build brighter, more sustainable futures through education.
