Goldilocks Bakeshop, Inc. (Goldilocks), the country’s largest bakeshop, has expanded its renewable energy program with the inauguration of new rooftop solar facilities in Cebu and Pangasinan. Together, the installations bring the company’s total installed solar capacity to 1,010 kilowatt-peak (kWp) and are expected to save approximately 1.06 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity annually.
The 516-kWp solar photovoltaic system at Goldilocks’ facility in Lapu-Lapu City supports operations serving outlets across the Visayas. A second 494-kWp system at the Richbake Inc. facility in Pangasinan supports the needs of Goldilocks stores in Northern Luzon. Both facilities were developed and maintained by First Gen Group, the Philippines’ leading renewable energy company.
The projects form part of Goldilocks’ continuing effort to strengthen energy efficiency, manage operating costs and reduce the environmental impact of its production network. Based on current estimates, the facilities are expected to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 716.48 metric tons each year.
“At Goldilocks, we recognize that responsible growth requires responsible operations. Introducing solar power to our facilities supports our efforts to improve energy efficiency, reduce carbon emissions, and build a more sustainable future for our business and the communities we serve,” said Jerson G. Uy, Chief Operating Officer of Goldilocks.
“We are already seeing tangible benefits from generating a portion of our energy requirements on-site, both through cost savings and lower carbon emissions,” said Marilou Plando, Goldilocks Head of Manufacturing for the Visayas.
Through these investments, Goldilocks is strengthening the foundations of a future-ready business that can continue delivering trusted products and joyful celebrations to customers and communities for the next 60 years and beyond.
