The Philippines is targeting 1,200 MW of nuclear power capacity by 2032, according to Energy Secretary Sharon Garin at the World Nuclear Supply Chain and Philippine International Nuclear Energy Forum. The broader roadmap calls for 2,400 MW by 2035 and 4,800 MW by 2050. Garin framed nuclear as a complement to the country's renewable targets, which aim for 35 percent of generation from renewables by 2030 and 50 percent by 2040. Much depends on small modular reactors. Conventional plants take about 10 years to build, so the 2032 goal is tied to SMR availability. A South Korean-funded feasibility study found Bataan viable, including refurbishing the old Bataan Nuclear Power Plant. The DOE is also working with the Energy Regulatory Commission on pricing, with one official estimating costs could come in below 9 pesos per kilowatt-hour if execution goes well. The 123 Agreement with the United States is signed, but administrative arrangements are still being finalized. That matters because a large part of the nuclear supply chain passes through American companies. The article does not yet specify procurement timelines or how SMR construction risk will be allocated.
