METS officials led by (from left) Benedict Uy, Vice President for Business Development; Rafael Caunga, VP for Supply Chain, Engineering and Production; (2nd from right) Chief Operating Officer Donna Robles; and (rightmost) Eileen Tio-Ty, VPfor Finance, Human Resources and Technology, signed the supply agreement with First Gen, represented by Assistant VP and Head of Sales Arlene Sy Soriano and Nina Butil, Head of Mindanao Business Development and Sales (3rdand 4th from right, respectively)

METS Cold Storage Services, Inc., a trusted name in Philippine cold chain logistics, has taken a monumental step in its sustainability journey by partnering with First Gen Corporation, the country’s leading renewable energy company, to power its massive Cagayan de Oro facility entirely with geothermal energy.

This landmark agreement marks METS as one of the first major logistics providers in the region to transition cold chain operations to a 100 percent clean energy source, significantly reducing its carbon footprint and setting a new industry standard for sustainable food preservation. 

Securing sustainable and reliable power

METS will source up to 2,050 kilowatts of RE for its Cagayan de Oro facility from the Mt. Apo Geothermal Power Plant, operated by Energy Development Corporation, a subsidiary of First Gen. The latter is among the biggest developers of geothermal power worldwide, with over 1,200 megawatts of installed capacity.


The Mt Apo Geothermal Power Plant has over 106MW of capacity, drawing steam from the foothills of the tallest mountain in the Philippines

The METS Cagayan de Oro facility is a critical pillar in the company’s national cold chain infrastructure. Offering over 22,000 metric tons of cold storage capacity, this hub is essential for extending the company’s market reach in Northern Mindanao and consolidating its leadership position in the Philippine logistics market.

The partnership between METS and First Gen also strategically secures the power needed for the facility’s upcoming expansion.

“This shift to geothermal energy is more than a power supply agreement; it’s a tangible demonstration of our commitment to a low-carbon future. We are simultaneously ensuring operational stability, achieving our ambitious sustainability goals, and driving down long-term energy costs,” said Eileen Tio-Ty, chief financial officer of METS. “Clean, reliable power is non-negotiable for safeguarding the food and medical supply chain.” 

A greener chain for essential logistics

For the cold chain sector, which is inherently energy-intensive, this move underscores how essential logistics can be executed with environmental responsibility.


Strategically located in Tablon, Cagayan de Oro, the METS facility has over 22,000 metric tons of cold storage capacity and serves as a hub for expansion in Northern Mindanao

“Our partnership with METS demonstrates the critical role that indigenous geothermal energy plays in strengthening the Philippine cold chain while promoting genuine environmental stewardship,” said Arlene Sy-Soriano, head of Sales at First Gen.

Since its founding in 2010, METS has grown nationwide, operating across Cavite, Bulacan, Cebu, and Cagayan de Oro, and providing over 100,000 pallet positions to importers, distributors, traders, and quick-service restaurant chains. Its growth is consistently tied to its commitment to food safety, operational efficiency, and technological modernization. 

By integrating renewable energy solutions and modern cold storage technologies, METS is positioning itself as a pioneer—proving that dependable logistics and sustainable, eco-friendly choices can go hand-in-hand.

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Editor’s Note: This article was provided by First Gen.