Globe Telecom’s Valero Telepark Earns DOE Recognition for Energy-Saving Solutions

Globe representatives receive a special award from the Philippine Department of Energy. [L-R] Dan Yarcia, Director of Facilities Management; Lester Lualhati, Manager - Energy Management; Vercheer Dela Cruz, Senior Expert - Energy Management; Kevin Ligsay, Senior Expert - Facilities Administration; Raymond Aguilar, Vice President - Enterprise Risk and Corporate Property.

Globe Telecom’s Valero Telepark has received a Special Award for Innovative Contribution from the Department of Energy (DOE) for its adoption of 100 percent renewable energy and using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to optimize compressor energy management.

​DOE’s Energy Efficiency Excellence (EEE) Awards honor organizations that integrate energy efficiency into their operations. This year’s awards received a record 562 entries from various industries, with 18 entities earning distinction for their outstanding accomplishments.
 
Valero Telepark, which houses data equipment and technical offices, distinguished itself for its energy conservation efforts, driven by Globe’s strategic collaboration with US-based technology provider, Vertiv.
 
Upgrades at Valero Telepark include the installation of Precision Air Handling Units (PAHUs) with variable fan control and the External Digital Demand-Response Technologies (EED-RT) system, which optimizes cooling for piping systems. Together, these enhancements reduce electricity consumption and provide up to 20 percent in annual energy savings.
 
Globe has also deployed Vertiv’s advanced uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems in various facilities, which have lifespans up to three times longer than conventional units while occupying 50 percent less space and weighing 50 to 60 percent less. These have led to lower construction costs and improved energy efficiency, directly contributing to 2 data centers achieving a highly efficient 1.5 power usage effectiveness (PUE) factor. 
 
"Globe’s partnership with Vertiv has been instrumental in improving energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas emissions across our operations, and we are honored that the Department of Energy has recognized these efforts, with Valero Telepark serving as a showcase facility," said Raymond Aguilar, Head of Risk & Property Management at Globe.
 
Beyond Valero, several of Globe’s cell sites and base transceiver stations (BTS) have deployed Vertiv rectifiers that adapt to demand and automatically enter sleep mode to conserve energy. These rectifiers are powered by lithium-ion batteries, replacing less efficient battery technologies.
 
In addition, two of Globe’s data centers were built using Vertiv's integrated modular solution, cutting construction time in half— from up to 12 months for a traditional brick-and-mortar facility to just six. 
 
Vertiv assembles modular systems while the site is being constructed, eliminating the need to complete the structure before installing equipment. One of these data centers also features precision cooling that adapts to changing heat and humidity conditions, with its cold aisle containment solution, integrated modular construction, and optimized floor plan, which also contributes to energy efficiency. 
 
By integrating energy-efficient solutions in its infrastructure, Globe continues to pave the way for more sustainable operations.  
 
“Sustainability is at the core of what we do, and through continuous investments in green technologies, we strive to reduce our environmental impact while ensuring reliable and efficient network operations," said Yoly Crisanto, Chief Sustainability and Corporate Communications Officer at Globe.
 
Globe has been adopting green technologies as part of its commitment to climate action, working with partners like Vertiv to introduce innovative solutions that reduce environmental impact and promote long-term sustainability.