Ilocos Norte launches first electric vehicle (EV) charging station hub
EV CHARGER. A fast-charging station for electronic vehicles is inaugurated in Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte on Thursday (June 5, 2025). (Photo by LEILANIE ADRIANO)
PAGUDPUD, Ilocos Norte — Ilocos Norte is gearing up towards a sustainable mobility revolution with the inauguration of its first electric vehicle (EV) charging station.
The site is located at Agua Grande Mini Hydro Plant in Barangay Pancian.
The station is first of its kind in the province.
It can charge two vehicles at the same time for 45 minutes.
In his short speech, Governor Matthew Joseph Manotoc lauded the unified commitment of both public and private stakeholders to innovation, sustainability and improved quality of life for Filipinos.
“This is a worthy and noble partnership. We in the government must be ready for new vehicles that are eco-friendly,” Manotoc said.
He also expressed hope that the charging station will entice more tourists with EVs to visit Ilocos Norte.
The simple program was attended by representatives of the Ayala Corporation’s ACMobility and the Ilocos Norte Electric Cooperative (INEC).
INEC acting general manager Cipriano Martinez III said the establishment of the EV charging station is in support of the provincial government’s green energy program./apl
