The Philippine Normal University-North Luzon (PNU-NL) successfully completed the installation of a solar grid-tied system on the rooftop of the four-storey Innohub Building, reinforcing the university’s commitment to renewable energy and environmental sustainability.

The initiative was spearheaded by the Office of the Executive Director and Provost, alongside the Office of the Director for Administration, Finance, and Planning. It was executed in coordination with various campus offices—including Facilities Management and Sustainability (FMS), the Supply and Property Management Unit (SPMU), and finance departments—as well as external partners like the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), the local government unit (LGU), and ISELCO for net metering requirements.

During her first university assembly as Executive Director and Provost in January 2024, Dr. Agnes S. Reyes presented the project as a key initiative for advancing campus sustainability. Following extensive planning and procurement processes, the project received official approval on December 2, 2025.

Implementation began on February 6, 2026, and was completed by March 2, 2026. The system features 30 solar panels with a total capacity of 18.3 kilowatts, designed to power all facilities and equipment within the Innohub Building.

Funded under Fund 164, the project cost ₱675,300. Despite initial procurement delays due to budget constraints and failed bidding, the installation was finished successfully through the collaborative efforts of all involved agencies.

Building on this success, PNU-NL plans to roll out additional renewable energy initiatives, including adding 15 more solar panels to the Innohub Building and developing a campus-wide solar water system.