[Philippines, 15 May 2026] Quezon Wind Energy Corp. (QWEC), a subsidiary of Vena Energy, marked another key milestone in its community relations efforts through a check turnover ceremony today in Quezon City for its host community, the Dumagat/Remontado Indigenous Peoples (IPs) of General Nakar, Quezon.
The event demonstrated Vena Energy’s continuous efforts in supporting its host communities beyond respecting their rights and heritage. The turnover formalizes the Quezon IPs’ receipt of their community funds under the Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) process, through the Pigtaanan Ne Dumagat – Remontado De General Nakar, Quezon (PDRGNQ), the Implementing IP Organization.
This partnership reflects Vena Energy’s support for community-led development initiatives based on the priorities identified by the host IPs. These include infrastructure improvements, access to education, sustainable livelihood programs, and improved healthcare.
Image caption for April turnover event: Left to Right: Dr. Carlos Buasen Jr., NCIP R4A Regional Director, Mia Jarumayan, Head of Business Development at Vena Energy, Nila Grace Pranada, IPMR Daraitan, Eleonor Atencio, President, Tanay Dumagat Remontado Ancestral Domain Development, Inc., Representatives of Dumagat Remontado ICCs
Vena Energy representatives led by Mia Jarumayan, Head of Business Development, Project Development, attended the event alongside Quezon IP leaders and elders.
“Empowering the Quezon IPs is at the heart of our mission. We are dedicated to ensuring that our green energy initiatives translate into tangible, long-term benefits for the communities that graciously host us, fostering a future built on mutual respect and sustainable progress.”
A Sustainable Partnership
Such partnerships have proven to be a successful model for private-public collaborations in the renewable energy sector. As Vena Energy strictly adheres to the FPIC process, all of the company’s projects continue to be built based on transparent communication and mutual respect. “The unwavering support from Vena Energy empowers our community to pursue meaningful development while preserving our cultural heritage,” Mr. Cristobal Azcarraga, President of the Pigtaanan ne Dumagat Remontado de General Nakar Quezon (PDRGNQ), Inc. shared during the event.
National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) Region 4A Regional Director Dr. Carlos Buasen, Jr. added, “It is inspiring to witness a corporate partner truly value the ancestral domains and the people who protect them. Vena Energy sets a remarkable standard for responsible and inclusive community engagement.”
This second check turnover ceremony, following the 21 April ceremony with the Tanay Dumagat Remontado Indigenous Cultural Communities, is a further demonstration of Vena Energy’s commitment to its partnerships with indigenous communities across Quezon, grounded in shared growth and mutual respect. By integrating community-led development into its core operations, Vena Energy reinforces its dedication to honoring ancestral domain rights and supporting self-determination. This reflects how renewable energy can contribute not only to the national grid, but to the long-term aspirations of the Filipino people.
