CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — Italpinas Development Corporation has secured a partnership with Mindanao Energy Corp. to install photovoltaic panels at Primavera City, its flagship mixed‑use development in Uptown Cagayan de Oro. Architect Romolo Nati, IDC founder and chairman, announced the agreement on June 9, 2026, describing it as “groundbreaking for unit owners and potential investors.” The solar panels will significantly maximize savings by reducing common‑area electricity costs and insulating residents from rising power rates.
The partnership brings together a pioneer in sustainable architecture and a company with over three decades of experience powering Northern Mindanao. For Primavera City, the integration of MINERGY’s solar technology reinforces the development’s identity as a green, self‑contained urban community. The solar installation is expected to lower monthly association dues and strengthen the investment appeal of the project’s residential and commercial units.
A Partnership That Maximizes Savings
Nati emphasized that the collaboration will “MAXIMIZE and INCREASE your savings,” directly addressing the operational costs that condominium owners face. By generating clean energy on‑site, the photovoltaic system reduces dependence on the grid and shields unit owners from fuel‑price volatility. The savings accumulate over the building’s lifespan, making units more affordable to maintain and more attractive to both end‑users and investors.
The partnership reflects IDC’s established track record of embedding sustainability into its projects. The company was the first in East Asia to complete an EDGE‑certified condominium and has consistently integrated passive cooling, solar panels, and water recycling across its portfolio. MINERGY, which operates the Kirahon Solar Photovoltaic Facility in Misamis Oriental, brings technical expertise and a deep understanding of Mindanao’s energy landscape.
Primavera City: A Green Urban Hub
Primavera City is a seven‑tower mixed‑use development rising along Macapagal Drive within the Pueblo de Oro Business Park. The master plan integrates residential condominiums, offices, retail spaces, and hospitality components into a walkable, eco‑friendly community. Designed with passive cooling architecture, the buildings are oriented to reduce heat gain and maximize natural airflow, lowering the need for air conditioning.
The development is being delivered in phases. Città Verde, the first phase, has already been turned over to unit owners. Città Bella and Città Grande are expanding the residential and commercial offerings, with the latter incorporating smart‑home features and lifestyle amenities. The planned Città Alta will include a 32‑storey mixed‑use tower with a Citadines hotel component, envisioned as the landmark centerpiece. The solar partnership strengthens the entire project’s value proposition.
MINERGY Powers Mindanao's Future
MINERGY has been a foundational player in Mindanao’s power sector since the 1990s, helping stabilize electricity supply for households, businesses, and industrial zones served by CEPALCO.
The partnership with IDC represents MINERGY’s expansion into distributed solar generation for large‑scale residential developments. By providing photovoltaic panels directly to a condominium project, MINERGY demonstrates how utilities and developers can collaborate to embed sustainability at the building level. The model could be replicated across other township and mixed‑use projects in Mindanao, setting a precedent for energy‑efficient urban development.
Strengthening Property Value Through Sustainability
For unit owners and investors, the solar installation translates into tangible financial benefits. Lower common‑area electricity costs reduce monthly dues, improving net returns for landlords and making units more affordable for end‑users. The green features also enhance the development’s marketability to environmentally conscious buyers, a demographic that is growing in both the domestic and international markets.
The partnership also reinforces Cagayan de Oro’s uptown corridor as a hub for sustainable urban living. As the city’s economy continues to grow—posting 6.8 percent GDP growth in 2024—demand for quality residential and commercial space is rising. Developments that offer lower operating costs and verified green credentials are better positioned to capture this demand. Primavera City, now powered in part by MINERGY’s solar panels, is leading that shift.
