PLDT Home, Meralco partner on broadband, solar solutions

PLDT Inc., through its residential broadband unit PLDT Home, has partnered with Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) and its solar energy arm MSpectrum, Inc. to offer bundled broadband and solar energy solutions to households.

In a statement on Wednesday, PLDT said the partnership aims to support the country’s digitalization and sustainability efforts by combining internet connectivity with renewable energy solutions.

Under the agreement, PLDT Home subscribers will gain access to MSpectrum’s solar offerings, which include flexible payment options and end-to-end services covering system design, permitting, installation, maintenance, and after-sales support.

MSpectrum offers solar panels, inverters, and battery systems tailored to a household’s roof size, energy consumption, and long-term energy requirements.

The partnership follows PLDT Home’s earlier announcement that it was exploring tie-ups with solar and energy companies to provide customers with integrated internet and renewable energy solutions.

“One of the priorities that I have set across our organizations is to work together to create innovations that deliver greater value and meaningful impact for Filipinos,” PLDT and Meralco Chairman Manuel V. Pangilinan said. 

“This partnership between PLDT Home, Meralco, and MSpectrum reflects that commitment by bringing together connectivity and energy solutions that can help improve everyday life while contributing to a more sustainable future for our communities and our nation,” he added.

Shares of PLDT fell P1, or 0.09%, to close at P1,108 apiece on Wednesday.

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