Meat firm taps solar energy

NORTH Star Meat Merchants Inc., one of the biggest fresh frozen food retailers in the country, has signed a deal with WEnergy Power Pilipinas Inc., a partner company of Singapore-based WEnergy Global Pte Ltd., to provide solar photovoltaic (PV) energy infrastructure for their cold storage facility complex in Bulacan.The project adds a sustainable solution to the overall business operations of North Star, one that aligns with their vision to reduce the carbon footprint and costs of its supply chain of end-to-end fresh frozen meat across the Philippines.”Our strategic collaboration with WEnergy Global allows us to continue providing the public with affordable products while still ensuring the highest quality available,” said Anthony Ng, NorthStar chief executive officer. “We believe that this partnership will allow us to enhance our…

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