The Department of Energy is moving to fully implement the LPG law with the active participation of industry partners. Through a series of symposiums spearheaded by LPG brand Solane, DOE directly addressed concerns raised by LPG retailers and distributors on the provisions of the LPG Industry Regulation Act.

The move comes as DOE set a July 7 deadline for LPG players to secure a License to Operate and other necessary permits to be able to operate legally.

Along with representatives of the Department of Trade and Industry, the Bureau of Fire Protection, and various local government units, DOE reached out to over 3,000 LPG players nationwide through the series of Solane Retailer Trade Outlets (RTO) Symposium. This was done in 20 key areas nationwide with LPG retailers, dealers, and stakeholders, complementing the series of LPG Regional Summits organized by the DOE nationwide.

“The RTO Symposium is our way of showing our unwavering support to the LPG Law as we commit to working closely with government agencies and our retail partners to help ensure their tasks and responsibilities under the law are fulfilled and carried through,” said Tonito Gonzalez, CEO of Isla LPG Corp.

During the series of symposiums, DOE provided clarity on several critical provisions in LIRA, including the extension of LTO compliance for retailers and distributors, amid marketers and refilling plants' LTO applications still being under DOE’s review and assessment. The DOE assured it will continue to accept and process applications for the issuance of permits to qualified LPG participants even after the deadline.

LIRA implementation expected to solve pressing challenges encountered per region

(L-R) Marvin Castor – Liaison Officer, Isla LPG Corp.; Rene Gamba – B2C National Sales Manager, ILC; Engr. Joey Maleza – Energy Industry Management Division Chief, Department of Energy; Banjo Castillo – Chief Operating Officer, Isla Petroleum & Gas Corporation; Francis Yu – President, Association of Solane Distributors, Inc.

During the series of events, DTI, BFP, and local governments pledged their support to DOE and LIRA by noting that they are issuing their respective Department Circulars, manpower, and logistics for the full implementation of the law. DOE also expressed appreciation for the support received from industry associations such as the LPG Industry Association and LPG Marketers Association.

The symposium also enabled government partners to assess the common concerns of LPG players per region, including unique situations in their respective LPG trades. According to Marvin Castor, Solane LPG Liaison Officer, among the most common challenges encountered by LPG partners in Luzon is the presence of unauthorized and non-compliant LPG sellers and refillers.

“Unfair trade practices remain a challenge as illegal refilling plants are rampant. This is supported by Solane LPG’s brand protection activities, wherein as of July 2023, we have already confiscated PHP 338,300 worth of counterfeit and illegally refilled Solane LPG products and paraphernalia in ten raids nationwide,” Castor noted.

In Cagayan alone, agents of the Philippine National Police Criminal Investigation and Detection Group, in collaboration with Solane LPG and Petron, were able to seize PHP 1.5 million worth of fake and illegally produced LPG tanks, seals, and paraphernalia.

“Meanwhile, for our retailers in Visayas, the inter-island LPG transport regulation is critical, while for those in Mindanao, they’ve raised concerns on the regulations on LPG canisters,” Castor added.  

Signed in 2021, the Republic Act 11592, or LPG Law aims to protect consumers from LPG malpractices, including the sale of counterfeit and illegally refilled LPG cylinders, which are prone to leakages that may cause explosions or massive fires.

“Consumers are expected to benefit when LIRA takes full effect by having safe, legitimate, and properly filled LPG cylinders in their kitchens,” said Castor. “They are hoping that LIRA will not make LPG more expensive with the reduction of substandard LPG products in the market.”

Castor added that the LIRA is also expected to provide consumers with the right to choose their preferred LPG brand through its provision of cylinder swapping.

Several of Solane LPG’s retailers and distributors, meanwhile, expressed optimism that the implementation of the law will put an end to unfair business practices in the market.

“By attending the symposium and getting a chance to understand the law from the resource speakers, LPG business owners were able to see LIRA as a game changer in the industry, in terms of bringing about fair trade practices and safe business conduct,” concluded Castor.

It’s often said that nature made a healthier comeback during the pandemic, but it only really showed how much work we still need to do to enjoy a healthier environment in the decades to come. While the idea of reducing our impact on the planet seems daunting, an ideal place to start eco-friendly practices in your own home is in your kitchen, which is regarded as a heavy-use area. Living a friendlier life towards the environment can start with small things like reducing your waste and changing out a few single-use disposable products you use to more sustainable and eco-friendly ones. To get started, here are a few kitchen essentials that could double as sustainable options:

Reusable kitchen towels

Paper towels in the kitchen can be convenient, but they can easily build up into a big pile of trash. Reusable kitchen towels are just as effective in cleaning up spills and kitchen mishaps without creating nearly as much waste as disposable towels. Reusable paper towels can be made of bamboo and cotton, cellulose sponge, or microfiber, which often require fewer raw materials.

Beeswax food wraps

If you’re the type to prepare meals to-go or store leftovers, you can trade single-use plastic cling film or aluminum wrap for beeswax food wraps. These self-adhesive and reusable pieces of fabric, made of organic cotton coated with beeswax, jojoba oil and resin, can be used to wrap sandwiches, cover bowls, or simply wrap half-cut ingredients. With regular use and proper care, these food wraps can last for at least a year.

Non-disposal coffee makers

Switching to eco-friendlier coffee brewing methods, such as French press, stovetop espresso maker or AeroPress, can help reduce waste as they don’t need filters. If you still prefer pour-over, you can also switch out your single-use disposable filters to reusable cloth filters. Leftover coffee grinds can then be added to plants instead of being thrown out since they double as good fertilizer.

Compost bins

A great way to round out a kitchen’s sustainability is to be able to turn your leftover food waste into enriching food for your plants in the form of compost. If you find the idea of composting too intimidating, the bokashi bin is a beginner-friendly step. It is ideal for compact spaces, works with more food wastes, including fats, meat, bones, and dairy, and gives off less odor unlike its traditional counterparts.

LPG kitchen fuel

The fuel you choose to use for cooking may not seem like an important sustainability choice but every little step to reducing waste and energy consumption can make a difference. LPG is regarded as a clean cooking fuel as it emits less carbon dioxide and is considered a more sustainable fuel substitute than kerosene, charcoal, or fuelwood.

LPG brands like Solane LPG have also invested in ways to make their products more sustainable, such as creating the Bioseal, the first of its kind biodegradable LPG seal in the country. Unique to authentic Solane LPG products, the bioseal only takes five to 10 years to decompose compared to the 500 to 1,000 years common LPG plastic seals take. Only trusted LPG products like Solane LPG also produce a blue flame, which indicates that gas is being burned efficiently and without waste.

While these changes may seem small, when done together, they can impact how much you reduce waste or energy consumption. Sustainable practices do not have to come in the form of sweeping changes -- realistic ways to make your kitchen eco-friendly can go a long way in your journey of being kinder to the earth.

To order verified Solane LPG, customers may call the Hatid Bahay Hotline (+632 8887-5555), send a message to 0918-887-5555 (Smart) / 0917 8977555 (Globe). Customers may also place their order through the Solane Web Ordering platform (order.solane.com.ph), the Solane Facebook page (http://m.me/solane.ph), or place their orders through the Solane LPG app, available on the App Store or Google Play.

Liquid petroleum gas (LPG) has been a popular kitchen fuel for many decades in many homes and businesses because it’s very energy efficient, making it faster to cook food and is easier to control for precision cooking.

Despite the popularity of LPG as a convenient, reliable and cost-efficient fuel, recent news on LPG-related fires have increased people’s concern over the safety of their LPG tanks. However, these accidents are highly preventable if you have the right tank. Buying only from trusted LPG distributors and making necessary safety checks in the kitchen both spell a difference in preventing fires caused by LPG leaks and explosion.

Here are important points that should be checked to ensure that LPG tanks are in good condition:

Environment

While most people want to keep their LPG tank hidden in their kitchen cabinets, doing so can be unsafe. LPG tanks need to be placed in a well-ventilated area to make sure that if a leak does occur, there is a way for the gas to escape. Placing the LPG in an open area away from direct sunlight, rain, dust and heat, prevents the buildup of gas, which might cause an explosion if exposed to any ignition source, such as electrical sparks and flames.

O-Ring

The O-ring, which is located inside the valve, primarily works to stop gas from leaking. It needs to be free from scratches or cracks to ensure that it does its job. If the O-ring looks damaged, customers should talk to their local distributor to get it replaced as its repair should only be done by certified personnel.

Regulator

The regulator that is placed onto your tank is a key part to making the gas usable for cooking. The LPG in the tank is stored at a high pressure so the regulator reduces it to a pressure that the appliances can handle. A faulty regulator could lead to damage to LPG accessories, which is why it is ideal to have it replaced every three years.

Regulator and Valve Connection

Making sure that the regulator is correctly connected onto the valve of the LPG tank is important to make sure that the LPG can flow to appliances without issue. One should also check that the threads of where the regulator is screwed are in good condition to ensure that the regulator is connected properly to prevent leaks.

Hose

The hose that connects the LPG tank to the appliance is a common weak point. Hoses that are damaged or past their expiry date may cause a gas leak, that is why it is important to constantly check its condition and replace it every 2 years, even if it still looks fine. To help keep your hose in good condition, avoid a long hose to reduce bending as that can affect the gas and the sturdiness of the hose.

Hose Connection

Metal clamps are used to secure the hose to both the LPG regulator and the appliance to tighten the connection. This keeps the hose from moving too much and keeps a tight seal on the whole system to prevent any gas from leaking out. Flame Quality

Lastly, one should also check if the burner is producing a blue flame. A blue flame indicates that the gas is being burned efficiently, meaning that the appliance is functioning properly, and the installation was done correctly.

This can feel overwhelming just to make sure your LPG tank is safe and of high quality, but you won’t have to worry about checking all of these parts if you use Solane LPG. As one of the most trusted LPG brands in the country, Solane LPG offers a free 7-point Safety Check for every installation through its Hatid Bahay delivery. The dedicated riders are there to ensure everything is safe and installed properly, all for free.

Simply order from your nearest Solane LPG authorized distributor or through the Solane Web Ordering Platform (order.solane.com.ph), the Solane LPG Facebook page (http://m.me/solane.ph), or through the Solane LPG app, and the Hatid Bahay delivery rider will do the check when they deliver your new tank.

With over five decades of experience and expertise in the LPG industry, Solane LPG wants to ensure its customers feel safe by not only providing quality LPG products, but also by delivering a service that prioritizes safety above all else.

Want to learn more? You may also reach out to the Hatid Bahay Hotline (+632 8887-5555) or send a message to 0918-887-5555 (Smart) / 0917 8977555 (Globe).

You’ve found the perfect place; you’ve fully paid your deposit and you’re excited to start living independently… but how do you start filling your new space? Whether you’ve just graduated from school and about to start working in a new place, or you’ve just tied the knot and savoring marriage before starting a family, you might feel a mix of excitement and some jitters when moving out of your childhood home.

With limited budget and the urgency of finally settling in a bare apartment or condo unit, the thought of buying appliances and furniture for your new place can be a bit overwhelming. However, you can survive the first few months of independence by learning to prioritize which appliances and tools to buy.

Here are five appliances and home equipment you should prioritize purchasing as you get started on your new life milestone:

Electric fan

An electric fan is a non-negotiable in a humid country like the Philippines, even if your place has lots of windows. A stand fan is good for ventilating wide spaces, but if you have limited room, you could consider tower fans as they fit in tight spaces. Desk and floor fans are portable enough to be placed anywhere, while ceiling or wall fans could help you save floor space. But if you have the budget, investing in an air conditioning unit will provide extra comfort and help get you through the scorching summer days.

Refrigerator

If you want to save time and money by cutting down on food delivery fees or dining out, a refrigerator is a must-have. In choosing your first fridge, consider your kitchen space and your food consumption habits. If you’re living alone and prefer cooking, a 3.5 cu. ft personal refrigerator with a freezer would be enough to store frozen goods while giving you enough space for your weeklong meal prep. If you would only like to keep your beverages cold and store minimal leftovers, a mini fridge might do.

Electric Kettle

An electric kettle is worth buying if you often need hot water for coffee, tea, chocolate, or even instant meals such as oatmeal and cup noodles, as it is a simple yet energy-efficient way to heat water. Electric kettles are usually made of food-grade plastic, stainless steel, or borosilicate glass. Basic yet functional ones allow you to just ‘switch it and forget it’ while other modern models have features like a clear water level gauge that allows you to check how much water is left, a cord storage and winder, and even a temperature controller.

Vacuum Cleaner

A sturdy broom and dustpan might work for everyday cleaning, but a vacuum cleaner is a must-have to ensure you get rid of dust, debris, and other allergens, especially if you have a carpeted place or if you’re bringing a pet with you. A smart robot vacuum cleaner is the perfect hands-free companion for busy bees, while upright vacuum cleaners are lightweight and space-saving. There are also handy portable vacuum cleaners that are light enough to carry so you can reach difficult corners without dealing with long cords.

A gas stove

Moving out doesn’t mean you only have to settle with instant dishes and canned food. Enjoying a fresh, homecooked meal is possible if you invest in a quality stove, such as a gas cooktop, which heats up fast, is durable, allows better temperature control and does not rely on electricity.

When buying a gas stove, it is also important to consider investing in a trusted kitchen fuel to ensure that it weighs correctly as advertised, lasts as intended and is guaranteed safe to use.

If you have limited kitchen space, Solane Sakto, a mini-LPG tank containing 1.4 kg of kitchen fuel, is perfect for you. Aside from being a space saver, it is priced for as low as PHP 150 per refill, making it a safer alternative to dangerous fuel sources such as LPG-refilled butane canisters. One tank of Solane Sakto can last up to a week of cooking for the typical family of five, or up to three to four days for heavy cooking.

Solane Sakto is guaranteed to have gone through proper safety checks to ensure the safety of your household. Fake or illegal LPG tanks that are usually dilapidated and rusty are prone to gas leaks that might cause explosions or fires, endangering the life you’re starting to build in your new home.

As an added safety measure, Solane also conducts the 7-point Safety Check, an exclusive service provided to all Solane LPG home delivery customers nationwide, to ensure that your LPG is safely installed and make sure that your burner produces a blue flame to maintain the quality of your gas appliance.

If you’re an on-the-go yuppie, a hands-on parent, or someone with too much on their plate, you’ve surely searched far and wide for life hacks that will shorten your to-do list. Lots of busy people hope to avoid not just the physical work of getting things done but also the mental load of having to answer questions as trivial as “What do we eat tonight?” Thankfully, to help you manage your kitchen needs, there are services you can conveniently book online, giving you one less thing to worry about on top of your daily cooking and cleaning chores. While shopping cute yet functional kitchenware ‘budols’ has been on-trend, you’d be surprised to know that scoring cheap everyday kitchen items are not the only thing you can do online.

Here are handy online services that will make sure your kitchen is in tip-top shape:

 Bread subscription

Rice may be the most staple food in every Filipino home, but bread makes an ever-reliable snack and meal alternative. Whether you prefer loaf bread, dinner rolls, pan de sal or even artisanal breads, a subscription will make sure you always have your fill of bread. You simply order and pay once, and you’re all set to receive your chosen kind of bread once or twice a week right to your doorstep.

Customized meal kits

Foreseeing a particularly busy work week, leaving you with less time to cook? If you still want the overall experience of cooking while cutting down on prep time, meal kits allow you to cook delicious dishes without having to worry about going on grocery runs. Some meal kit subscriptions can also be customized based on serving size, budget, the number of dishes, and food or diet preferences.

LPG Refill

Doing groceries can now be done online, but do you know that you can also purchase your essential LPG tank and refills through your phone or laptop? With lots of fake LPG in the market, trusting only authorized LPG distributors is important so you could get quality kitchen fuel that lasts long, while also protecting your household from damaged and dilapidated tanks that are prone to leakage and are at risk for explosion.

Making sure that you get genuine and trusted LPG doesn’t have to be difficult as Solane LPG, one of the leading LPG brands in the country, has many ways of delivering straight to your doorstep so you no longer have to bring your LPG tank to the nearest LPG distributor.

Simply download the Solane LPG app, available on the App Store or Google Play, or visit the Solane Web Ordering platform (order.solane.com.ph) and be connected to the nearest authorized distributor or showroom in your chosen area. The next time you’re almost out of LPG, you can simply order ahead with just a few taps on your phone.

Metro Manila customers may also call the Solane Hatid-Bahay hotline at +632 8887-5555 from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm daily or text at 0918-8875555 or 0917-8977555. Customers in select cities outside Metro Manila may also call their nearest authorized distributor or showroom through additional Solane nationwide hotline numbers listed on Solane’s official Facebook page.

For customers who prefer to transact through Facebook Messenger, ordering through chat is also possible from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm daily. Visit http://m.me/solane.ph, or visit Solane’s Facebook page and click ‘Message.’

For many kids, the reopening of face-to-face classes will be their first time going to school in person. There might be mixed emotions about leaving home but sending them with good baon cannot only keep them well-fed but also excited about their new learning environment. Having delicious and healthy food for lunch break and merienda will fuel them with energy to play and learn in school. Here are some ideas to make sure your kids get the nutrients they need while keeping them excited when they open their baon:

Play with color and shapes

Bringing colors and shapes to school lunch can give children a nice surprise when they open their lunchboxes when it’s time to eat. Incorporate colorful foods, like tomato-sauce pasta or pesto chicken, and turn it into fun shapes, letters, or animals to catch their interest. To sell the theme more, you can also invest in colorful food containers and matching utensils.

Introduce different kinds of “sandwiches”

While a grilled cheese or peanut butter and jelly sandwich are great choices, there are so many options for sandwiches you can make. They’re easy to eat while packing all kinds of nutritious ingredients. You can try filling a baguette with grilled pork and your vegetables of choice or use tortillas instead of bread to make a homemade burrito.

All-in-one bowl

Packing everything into a single bowl can give kids all kinds of flavors and textures in a single bite. You can place rice or pasta on the bottom and top it with a mix of meats and vegetables to get children to eat a balanced meal with little effort. You can also cut tiny bits of vegetables to mix in with the rice or pasta to sneak them into the meal.

Aside from these creative ideas, involving your kids in preparing their lunch can make them feel more excited about it. Feel confident bringing them into the kitchen and focus only on making the best meal for them when you use a trusted cooking fuel that gives you quality and value for money. With all the excitement for in-person classes and school lunches, make sure your kitchen is safe by trusting only genuine and reliable LPG products like Solane. Getting a tank from an authorized Solane distributor comes with a 7-Point Safety Check. This exclusive service for Solane home delivery customers aims to make sure your LPG tank is in good condition and is installed properly to guarantee you and your family’s safety. Make your kids enjoy school more by giving them the best baon. To order Verified Solane LPG, customers may call the Hatid Bahay Hotline - (02) 8887-5555, send a message to 0918-887-5555 (Smart) / 0917 8977555 (Globe) or the Solane Facebook page, or place their orders through the Solane app. Customers may also place an order through the Web Ordering Platform.

If you’re someone who just transitioned to the ‘adulting stage’ by moving out of your home, perhaps you’ve heard of the term ‘meal prepping.’

You might have imagined moving out as being able to cook delicious dinner after a day’s work. But chances are, there will always be days when you’re already too tired to think of a recipe to whip up and you end up getting fast food instead.

Enter ‘meal prepping,’ the concept and process of planning, preparing or cooking meals, dishes or ingredients ahead of schedule. Meal prep is particularly popular for busy people as it saves time and energy. Devoting a few hours over the weekend to plan and prepare ahead means no longer having to think of what to cook thrice a day for the weekday.

Because it also involves a lot of planning, it can be a sulit way to stick to your budget – which means less impulsive food deliveries or drive-thru. If you're health conscious, meal prep allows you able to control portions and choose your ingredients – after all, healthy eating doesn’t have to be expensive.

Where do I start?

Meal prep takes commitment and careful planning for it to work. Here are some basic steps in starting out: Find a method to organize your meal plan

To make your meal prepping manageable, you can download a smartphone app or write down your meal plan in your personal planner. For easier visibility, you can also opt for a whiteboard that can be attached to the fridge or anywhere in the kitchen. Get reusable, airtight food storage containers

Invest in meal prep containers that can keep your food fresh inside the fridge while considering your lifestyle. Clear containers will help you see the contents in one go while some glass containers are microwavable- and oven-friendly. You can also opt for BPA-free food-grade silicon storage bags instead of single-use plastic when freezing meals or ingredients. Invest in safe and reliable kitchen essentials

Meal prepping is fun, convenient, and sulit when you can also rely on your kitchen essentials. To make your meal prep easier, invest in the right kitchen tools. A chopper and dicer with interchangeable blades will speed up ingredient preparation while an egg and vegetable steamer will cut your cooking time and enable you to multitask. Investing in non-stick cookware will also make it easier for you to clean up.

Being a ‘legit adult’ also means knowing which products are safe and will give you your money’s worth in the long run. Be confident about cooking on your own by choosing only a safe and trusted kitchen fuel like Solane LPG. Make sure it’s Verified Solane because copycats and illegal refillers are never safe and are not worth the price. Only Verified Solane LPGs go through the Timbang Challenge so you’re guaranteed to get what you paid for!

Adulting in the kitchen is fun when you’re confident that your meal prep and cooking won’t endanger you! To order Verified Solane LPG for a safe home, send a message to 0918-887-5555 or the Solane Facebook page, or place your order through the Solane app.

The school season is about to begin. For parents with kids who are going back to school, this means spending more time again to prepare their young learners’ school stuff, including packed lunch. Solane, the country’s leading cooking gas, provides simple tips to make packed lunch preparation easier for parents and nutritious and enjoyable for kids.

Make food yummy and healthy. Your preschoolers and grade-schoolers need all the nutrition they can get for their bones, muscles, and brain, among other body parts to be developed. Make sure that the meals you prepare not only taste great but also cover the “recommended dietary allowance” for the nutrients your kids’ need: from carbohydrates and protein to vitamins and minerals. Dishes should form a balanced diet: there should be portions of grains (typically rice and noodles), meat, and fruits and veggies, even oils.

A particularly hard part of introducing a healthy meal would be making the kids eat vegetables. Studies show that the habit is best learned by example, but because parents will not be in school to personally show the kids that greens are fun to eat, the key is to cook them in a child-friendly way, say, by cleverly pairing them with a siding or sauce that they already love. Examples would be boiled beans dipped in mayonnaise, tofu cubes rolled alongside ground beef in a tortilla wrap, or mushrooms slathered in cheese.

Make food interesting and colorful. The same way kids like their clothes, their toys, and their surroundings bursting with colors, kids will be more inclined to finish what’s on their plate if it looked enticing because of the different colors.

Plating is important to capture their imagination. Some of the garnishing items that also bring nutrients to the dish are carrots, cucumber, red or green bell peppers, celery, and pineapples. Make sure your pantry is well-stocked with these fruits and veggies to instantly bring color to your kid’s lunch!

Make a meal plan. Prepare ingredients early to save time without sacrificing the flavor and nutritional value of your meals. Have food staples, like chicken and vegetables, which you can use for multiple tasty meals. Make a weekly menu of packed lunches and prepare the ingredients and cooking necessities in advance.

Kids’ school lunches are best cooked using a reliable source of fuel. For safe and efficient cooking, use Solane LPG, a brand known for its mark of safety and quality.

Order your Solane LPG tank today by calling Solane’s Hatid Bahay hotline number 887-5555 or visiting www.solane.com.ph.

 

Solane, a leading brand of cooking gas, invites moms to take the exciting Cuisinera Challenge: 2015 Mommy Edition! Be part of the challenge that proves great Filipino family food is not solely found in restaurants offered by chefs but is authentically found at home.

 

Happening this July, Cuisinera Challenge is a cook-off where contestants are tasked to prepare an original recipe that can be prepared in 30 minutes. Serving as the program adviser is Nancy Reyes-Lumen, Filipino food promoter, culinary researcher and food journalist.

 

The winner will take home P30,000, a one-year supply of Solane LPG and eight 11-kg Solane refill gift certificates. The second and third place winner will be awarded P10,000 and P5,000 respectively. The remaining final participants will receive a Solane gift pack: Solane USBs, branded aprons and collectible mugs.

 

Solane’s Cuisinera Challenge is open to a Filipina mommy (22-50 years old) who lives in Metro Manila and Greater Manila Area: Rizal, Laguna, Cavite, Batangas, Bulacan,and Pampanga. She shouldn’t have credentials in professional cooking and is notpracticing chef duties in any establishment.

 

To join, interested parties must send an original 30-minute recipe with the name of the dish, ingredients (in metric measure), procedure, photos of the dish with at least three angles of perspective, a short description, why they chose to do the dish, and from whom did they learn to cook the dish on short bond paper. On a separate page, contestants should include a short biography along with their name, a recent photo and contact details.

 

The criteria for judging are recipe logic and correctness (40%), quality of answers in the essay questions and mandatory information (30%), quality of photos (20%), and completeness of documents or requirements (10%).

 

Mail your entries in a short brown envelope labeled “Cuisinera Challenge 2015” to Isla LPG Corporation, 14/F Citibank Center, 8741 Paseo de Roxas, Makati City from June 10, 2015 to July 13, 2015.

 

Twenty entries will be picked for the cook-off round on July 31, 2015 at an event venue to be announced soon.

 

For more information, visit www.solane.com.ph or text +63918 887 5555.

True to its commitment to contribute to the future of energy in the Philippines, Solane recently partnered with Pilipinas Shell for the Shell Eco-Marathon Asia 2015, the ultimate energy-efficiency challenge where more than 100 student teams from all across Asia, the Middle East, and Australia went head-to-head with their energy-efficient vehicle innovations.

 

Solane took the opportunity to leverage on the spirit of forward-thinking among youth engineers in the event held on a street circuit at Rizal Park by promoting LPG as a safer source of power. “We pride ourselves in pioneering innovative LPG solutions that continually strive to meet our customers’ diverse energy needs for their homes and their businesses,” shared Isla LPG Corporation chief executive officer Ruben Domingo. “Through this partnership, we’ll be able to help people have a better perspective in the use of LPG.”

 

At the Solane booth, guests and participants enjoyed informative games such as spinning roulette and received conversion promos. Solane’s technical team also answered students’ burning questions on how LPG could be an environment-friendly, reliable and sustainable solutionto society’s needs.

 

Solane’s partnership with the Shell Eco-marathon Asia 2015 is part of the company’s advocacy to promote safe cooking. Solane has been proactively campaigning particularly against the use of hazardous LPG tanks through their Sugod Barangay educational seminars and innovating product and services like its safety cap and seal and Authenticity Checker Facebook app.