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New Electric Jeepney Variant Presented at Electric Vehicle Show

Key Takeaway

The Philippine government's push for electric public transport signals a growing, policy-driven electricity demand shift that power developers and large consumers should monitor for new load opportunities and grid impacts.

AI Summary

  • Basic Energy Corporation (BEC) introduced a new electric jeepney (BASIC GEEP) at the Philippine EV Summit, signaling growing e-transport market momentum.
  • This development is driven by the government's public utility vehicle modernization program, indicating strong policy support for EV adoption in public transport.
  • The expansion of electric public transport will significantly increase future electricity demand, creating opportunities for power generation and charging infrastructure development for IPPs and developers.

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Article Content

Basic Energy Corporation (BEC)’s BASIC GEEP electric jeepney drew consistent crowds at the 13th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit (PEVS) held at SMX Convention Center, highlighting growing industry momentum behind the government’s public utility vehicle modernization program. The vehicle, part of BEC’s Green Energy E-transport Program (GEEP), represents the company’s entry ... [continued] The post New Electric Jeepney Variant Presented at Electric Vehicle Show appeared first on CleanTechnica .