CostPlus powers off-grid school
July 3, 2025
Clean energy company CostPlus, through its Kidlat EV brand, has equipped a remote, off-grid public school with solar energy and storage, marking a significant step in a joint initiative by the Department of Education (DepEd) and the National Electrification Administration (NEA).
CostPlus, selected by the DepEd-NEA partnership, designed, delivered and installed the complete solar and energy storage system. This system has provided Datu Saldong Domino Elementary School with reliable electricity and high-speed internet for the first time.
The project, spearheaded by Education Secretary Juan Edgardo Angara, addresses long-standing infrastructure gaps in remote learning environments, bringing modern educational tools to underserved communities.
Datu Saldong Domino Elementary School, a designated “last mile school” in Buenavista, Agusan del Norte, previously lacked reliable electricity and internet. It now serves as a model for how technology and sustainability can transform learning in isolated areas. Kidlat EV, a growing force in the Philippines’ clean energy sector, is central to the initiative.
“Kidlat EV is honored to be part of this transformative initiative,” said Anand Mahtani, president of CostPlus, the exclusive distributor-manufacturer of Kidlat EV. “Access to electricity and internet is no longer a luxury — it’s foundational for modern education. We’re proud to support DepEd’s vision by delivering clean, resilient solar energy that empowers teachers and students.”
The project positions Mahtani and Kidlat EV at the forefront of sustainable, tech-driven education reform, with a scalable model for national impact.
The school now operates using a standalone solar photovoltaic system designed for off-grid environments. This setup provides uninterrupted electricity, eliminating dependence on diesel generators, ensuring long-term sustainability and significantly reducing the school’s carbon footprint. This clean energy infrastructure supports newly integrated high-speed internet, giving students and teachers direct access to digital learning platforms and educational resources critical to 21st-century education.
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