Vivant Water Showcases ₱1.2 Billion Cebu Desalination Plant, Eyes Collaboration for Eco-Friendly Water Solutions in Northern Samar

Vivant Water, the water infrastructure arm of the Cebu-based conglomerate Vivant Corporation, recently demonstrated the capabilities of its desalination plant in Cordova, Cebu, to Northern Samar's 2nd District Congressman, Harris Christopher M. Ongchuan, along with representatives from the Northern Samar Provincial Economic Development and Investment Promotion Office (PEDIPO).

The plant, with the impressive capacity to generate up to 20 million liters per day (MLD) of potable water, can meet the daily water consumption needs of approximately 20,000 households. Utilizing a process that removes salt and other impurities from seawater, the desalination facility ensures a steady supply of fresh water suitable for community use. The Cordova desalination plant is the first of its kind in the country.

Emil Andre M. Garcia, President of Vivant Corporation, highlighted the investment of nearly ₱1.2 billion in constructing the state-of-the-art facility.

Addressing the critical water shortage in Metro Cebu, Mr. Garcia pointed out the stark disparity between the high demand, approximated at 500 to 600 MLD, and the significantly lower supply, which fluctuates between 100 to 250 MLD and often falls below 200 MLD during the dry season. The desalination plant, is a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) project with the Municipality of Cordova, Cebu, aims to alleviate this water scarcity.

Congressman Harris Christopher M. Ongchuan expressed interest in adopting a similar desalination project for the benefit of the 2nd District of Northern Samar. Consequently, Governor Edwin C. Ongchuan has instructed PEDIPO's PPP unit to explore a potential partnership with Vivant, leveraging the PPP framework to enhance local water supply infrastructure.

Furthermore, Vivant Corporation has announced plans to launch a 200-MW wind power project in Allen, Northern Samar by 2026, reflecting the company's commitment to sustainable and renewable energy solutions.

Vivant's engagement spans various sectors, including electric power generation and distribution, retail electricity, and recently, the water industry. With a diversified portfolio encompassing bulk water supply, wastewater treatment, and water distribution, Vivant aims to address critical infrastructure needs and foster sustainable development in the regions it serves.