OVP- RIE BISU

The Provincial Government of Bohol (PGBh), through the Bohol Renewable Energy Board (BREB) and the Bohol Provincial Environment Management Office (BPEMO), conducted a Stakeholder Consultation and Validation Workshop for the Bohol Renewable Energy Assessment and Mapping Project (BREAM) on April 16, 2026 at Panda Tea Garden Suites.

The activity marked a significant milestone in the province’s two-year strategic initiative in partnership with Bohol Island State University (BISU) to develop a comprehensive geo-referenced Renewable Energy (RE) Map for Bohol.

The workshop gathered representatives from national government agencies including the DENR, DOE, DA, DAR, DPWH, DILG, NIA, and NGCP, alongside Municipal Planning and Development Coordinators (MPDCs) and distribution utility representatives, to support collaborative planning for the province’s renewable energy future.

Project BREAM aims to assess and consolidate the province’s renewable energy potential for solar, wind, biomass, and hydro development through a science-based and GIS-driven approach. The initiative integrates technical data such as topography, transmission infrastructure, and land-use considerations to guide the evaluation of future renewable energy projects.

The consultation workshop strengthened coordination among stakeholders and aligned technical research with the province’s long-term sustainability and energy development goals aligned with PGBh’s Strategic Governance Roadmap under the leadership of Gov. Aris Aumentado.

Through continued collaboration with BISU and partner agencies, the project establishes a data-driven framework for resilient and environmentally responsible energy planning.

As the country’s first UNESCO Global Geopark, Bohol continues to promote sustainable development initiatives that balance environmental protection, climate resilience, and inclusive economic growth.