Vivant Foundation, Inc. (VFI), the corporate social responsibility arm of Cebu-based Vivant Corporation, has expanded Project Liadlaw to Western Visayas through two community initiatives aimed at strengthening education and healthcare. Project Liadlaw is Vivant Foundation’s award-winning flagship renewable energy and education program, bringing solar power to off grid and underserved public schools in Bantayan Island, Cebu.
The Foundation recently turned over technical-vocational training equipment to Anilao National High School in Iloilo and a rooftop solar power system to the Rural Health Center of Anini-y in Antique. A library package was likewise donated to San Ramon Elementary School in Anini-y.
Together, the initiatives reflect Project Liadlaw’s continuing evolution – from providing solar power to underserved schools, to building renewable energy skills, supporting essential public services, and expanding access to quality education.
The first turnover was held at Anilao National High School, where Vivant Foundation donated TESDA-standard Electrical Installation and Maintenance (EIM) and Solar Photovoltaic (PV) tools and equipment.
The assistance also includes the retrofitting of the school’s EIM laboratory and Solar PV training for teachers, enabling the school to provide students under its Technical-Vocational-Livelihood (TVL) track with more practical instruction in electrical installation and renewable energy technologies.
“Project Liadlaw has grown beyond providing solar power to schools. Today, it is also helping prepare young learners for careers in renewable energy while supporting public facilities that communities rely on every day. We are grateful to our partners in Anilao and Anini-y for sharing our commitment to creating opportunities through sustainable development,” said Shem Jose Garcia, Executive Director of Vivant Foundation.
Meanwhile, Anilao National High School Principal Ana Liza S. Apura, expressed appreciation for the support. “This support will greatly enhance our Technical-Vocational-Livelihood program by giving our students access to industry-standard tools and equipment. It will strengthen hands-on learning and better prepare them for careers in electrical installation and solar technology,” she said.
Also present during the turnover event were Anilao Municipal Vice Mayor Lyka Joy Debuque Gelle; Sangguniang Bayan Members Marina Buyco, Matthew Mana-ay, Aljer Lamprea, Regina Glimero, Eduardo Jorque Jr., Alex Araño, Christine Buyco, and Isidro Arandilla; Barangay Captains Susan Lamprea and Christine Batilo; and Emerson Franco, Municipal Tourism Officer and the Mayor’s representative.
Vivant Foundation also turned over a 3.78-kilowatt-peak rooftop solar photovoltaic system to the Municipality of Anini-y Rural Health Center, providing the facility with a reliable source of daytime electricity for its clinical services and medical equipment while helping reduce electricity costs.
During the same activity, Vivant Foundation also donated a library package to San Ramon Elementary School.
“What makes these projects meaningful is that they address real community needs. In Anilao, we’re helping equip students with practical skills for an evolving energy sector. In Anini-y, we’re helping ensure that essential health services have a more reliable source of electricity. These are investments that we hope will continue to benefit the communities for many years,” said Benjamin Chiu, Assistant Vice President of Vivant Foundation.
Receiving the solar system on behalf of the municipality, Anini-y Municipal Mayor Maxfil B. Policar said the project would strengthen the delivery of healthcare services.
“Reliable electricity is essential to delivering quality healthcare, especially in our rural communities. This solar power system will help our health center operate more efficiently while allowing us to reduce electricity costs. We are grateful to Vivant Foundation for this partnership and for supporting the well-being of our constituents,” he said.
The School Head of San Ramon Elementary School, Mary Grace Seduco, also welcomed the library donation. “The library package will encourage our learners to read, explore, and discover new ideas. We sincerely appreciate Vivant Foundation for helping create a more engaging learning environment for our students,” she said.
Working with the Department of Education and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), the Foundation later expanded the program by integrating solar technology into the Electrical Installation and Maintenance (EIM) curriculum, allowing students to gain practical skills in renewable energy while helping schools sustain their solar systems.
