STEERING THE EV REVOLUTION. Manila Electric Company (Meralco) is strengthening its initiatives to accelerate the country’s transition to sustainable mobility through its Electric Vehicle Adoption Program. In photo are (L-R) Vice President and Head of Facilities and Safety Management Jerry B. Lao, Senior Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer Ferdinand O. Geluz, First Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer Raymond B. Ravelo, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Ronnie L. Aperocho, First Vice President and Head of Corporate Retail Services Charina S. Padua, and Vice President and Head of Commercial Strategy Management and Energy Solutions Ralph M. Menchavez.
The Manila Electric Company (Meralco), led by Manuel V. Pangilinan, reaffirmed its commitment to fast-track the country’s transition to sustainable mobility during the 13th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit held from October 23 to 25, 2025, at the SMX Convention Center Manila in Pasay City.
With the theme Charge Ahead, Ignite the EVolution, the summit underscored the accelerating momentum of electric vehicles (EVs) as a viable, mainstream choice for both consumers and businesses.
At the event, Meralco showcased its Electric Vehicle Adoption Program, a flagship initiative driving the company’s push for cleaner and more resilient transportation. The program is built on three key pillars: Meralco as an Enabler, ensuring a reliable EV charging infrastructure; as a User, through the gradual transition of its own vehicle fleet to electric; and as a Player, by operating commercial charging stations and building partnerships that expand EV adoption nationwide.
In his message to summit participants, Meralco Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Ronnie L. Aperocho highlighted the company’s leadership in shaping the future of e-mobility. He said, “Electric mobility is no longer a distant vision—it is here, it is real, and it is transforming the way we move and power our lives. Every charging station built, every vehicle electrified, and every consumer who makes the shift to electric is proof that real change is happening now. At Meralco, we are committed to igniting this EVolution by strengthening the grid, powering EV infrastructure, and electrifying our own fleet.”
POWERING EVERY JOURNEY. Meralco highlighted its commitment to sustainable mobility at the 13th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit through a booth featuring home and commercial EV charging solutions, and energy programs that enable practical EV adoption.
Aperocho also called for stronger collaboration among policymakers, innovators, and industry leaders to drive the EV revolution beyond infrastructure. “This is why Meralco continues to support emerging technologies, bridge barriers, and foster industry collaboration in platforms like the Philippine EV Summit, which unite stakeholders in collectively advancing electric mobility for the nation,” he said.
