GLOBE is poised to provide reliable mobile and data connectivity to some 10,000 residents in the Turtle Islands,a heritage-protected area and wildlife sanctuary in Tawi-Tawi.
In a statement on Sunday, Globe said it broke ground recently for establishment the first off-grid solar-powered cell site on Taganak Island in the Turtle Islands.
The project is set for completion around mid-2025.
The Globe site will be powered by solar energy and will be equipped with an advanced antenna system and AI-driven energy management with remote monitoring.
Solar power eliminates the need for diesel generators to operate the fully off-grid cell site, a game-changer in an area where transportation is limited and fuel deliveries are unpredictable. It is expected to avoid approximately 40 metric tons CO2 equivalent annually.
Globe is working closely with the Local Government of Turtle Islands, the 2nd Marine Brigade of the Western Mindanao Command, and the Bangsamoro Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources, and Energy to complete the project.
Once completed, the connectivity will support essential services, environmental protection, and economic growth of the islands.
It is also seen to benefit visitors to the wildlife sanctuary, keeping them connected during their trip to the far-flung destination.
As a critical nesting ground for green sea turtles, the Turtle Islands will also benefit from enhanced monitoring and protection of its vital ecosystem.
