AFRY to Oversee Philippines’ Largest Onshore Wind Farm as LTA Provider

A Major Step for Renewable Energy in Southeast Asia

The Philippines is doubling down on its clean energy ambitions with the Quezon North onshore wind project, a 344.5 MW behemoth set to become the country’s largest onshore wind farm. AFRY, a global engineering and advisory firm, has been tapped to provide lender’s technical advisory (LTA) services, expanding its initial role of technical due diligence to now oversee construction, commissioning, and initial operations for the project’s financial backers.

“This project is a cornerstone of the Philippines’ renewable energy transition,” says Petteri Härkki, AFRY’s Head of Energy Division. “Our involvement ensures lenders have the technical confidence to support scalable clean energy infrastructure.”

Financing and Future Impact

ACEN, the Ayala Group’s energy arm, secured funding from three of the Philippines’ largest banks—Bank of the Philippine Islands, BDO Unibank Inc., and Rizal Commercial Banking Corp.—to bring Quezon North to life. Once operational, the farm is projected to generate approximately 1100 GWh of renewable electricity annually, offsetting over 800,000 tons of CO2 emissions each year.

AFRY’s deep regional expertise, including 300+ power sector assignments in the Philippines, positions it as a critical player in the country’s energy shift. The firm’s LTA role mitigates risks for lenders by ensuring technical and operational benchmarks are met, a key factor in attracting capital for large-scale renewables.

Broader Energy Trends

The Quezon North project aligns with global momentum toward wind and solar, even as challenges like grid integration persist. Notably, the upcoming Spring 2025 issue of Energy Global will explore related themes, including Europe’s negative electricity prices and breakthroughs in solar technology—topics that resonate with the Philippines’ own push for a diversified energy mix.

With construction underway, Quezon North signals a new era for Southeast Asia’s renewable energy landscape, proving that ambitious projects can secure both financing and technical backing in emerging markets.