A DAVAO City Councilor announced that an Australian firm is keen on advancing the Waste-to-Energy project, which was previously halted after the Japan International Cooperation Agency withdrew its support.Councilor Temujin “Tek” Ocampo said during the Aprubado sa Konseho media forum on Tuesday morning, May 14, 2024, at the Sangguniang Panlungsod, that an Australian firm, along with its European partner experienced in energy generation, has expressed interest in the WTE project.
Regarding opposition from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources , Ocampo said that the council would explore alternative funding sources. Additionally, the Local Government Unit of Davao could consider a Public-Private Partnership model to engage international or local private companies interested in developing city projects.