Taguig City, Philippines — April 28, 2026 — EvoEnergi and Golden Arches Development Corporation (GADC), the master franchise holder of McDonald’s in the Philippines, formally announced their partnership through a ceremonial signing event. The collaboration marks the supply of both conventional and renewable energy to 224 McDonald’s stores in Luzon, reflecting a shared commitment to advancing energy reliability and sustainability through strategic partnerships in the retail electricity market.
Through a competitive bidding process, EvoEnergi was selected by McDonald’s Philippines as the Retail Electricity Supplier (RES) for the first phase of 224 McDonald’s facilities across Luzon, organized into 23 Retail Aggregated Groups. These sites represent a combined demand of approximately 22 MW within the franchise areas of Manila Electric Company (MERALCO), Pangasinan III Electric Cooperative, Inc. (PANELCO III), and Batangas II Electric Cooperative, Inc. (BATELEC II).
The partnership, the first of its kind for GADC, supports the Energy Regulatory Commission’s Retail Aggregation Program (RAP), which allowed GADC to combine the electricity demand of its stores within the same distribution utility, enabling them to source affordable generation supply. Maximizing the RAP supports GADC’s plan of continuously scaling their store portfolio while advancing efficiency, resilience, and sustainability goals — all while reinforcing EvoEnergi’s commitment to integrity and service.
For EvoEnergi, the partnership is both an honor and a responsibility. “We are committed to being more than just an electricity supplier — we aim to be a trusted, long-term partner, providing stability, transparency, and support that enhance the everyday McDonald’s experience for Filipinos, while upholding the brand’s legacy and standards,” said Julian Lao, President of EvoEnergi.
Following this, Ms. Emanette C. Ong, the McDonald’s Philippines Vice President & Head of Business Development Group, remarked on the importance of the partnership and its value to the company’s nationwide operations and programs. “With RAP and EvoEnergi’s service, we have the ability to better plan, budget, and potentially realize savings on energy. This for us is a significant step forward and contribute in our ability to sustainability and provide affordable and value meals to our Filipino customers” she added.
This partnership firmly supports McDonald’s Philippines’ operations, where consistent electricity is critical to 24/7 kitchen functions, digital ordering systems, and drive–thru services across its nationwide network in delivering feel-good moments to every Filipino. In both manufacturing and food retail, energy directly supports productivity, speed, and customer experience.
The Department of Energy (DOE) Undersecretary Mylene C. Capongcol, who also attended the ceremonial signing, commended McDonald’s Philippines for making the switch to the retail market and encouraged more companies and institutions to explore and participate in the RAP and other customer choice programs amidst global energy uncertainties.
Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) Director Sharon Montañer also emphasized the importance of customer choice in the retail electricity market, allowing McDonald’s Philippines take proactive charge of its energy future through the innovative solutions provided by EvoEnergi. “McDonald’s and EvoEnergi are demonstrating exactly how retail aggregation foster consumer empowerment and strengthens market resilience. They are proving that smart, sustainable energy choices do not just benefit the corporate bottom line—they can uplift entire communities.”, she added.
Key representatives from the Independent Electricity Market Operator of the Philippines (IEMOP) and Manila Electric Company (MERALCO) also witnessed the signing ceremony. Their presence underscored the governments and industry’s shared commitment to promoting competition, transparency, and integrity in the retail electricity market.
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