EXPLAINER: Is going solar affordable now in the Philippines?
The cost of adopting solar power in the Philippines is trending downwards, but the high initial investment remains a barrier to widespread adoption. This explainer examines the economic benefits for households and the structural challenges hindering its spread.
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