The Philippines intends to adopt the latest state-of-the-art technology used by Brunei's power industry, President Marcos told Bruneian firms. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. meets with Bruneian businessmen on May 29, 2024 during his two-day state visit in Brunei. (Photo courtesy of...
BACOLOD CITY – Mayor Albee Benitez has urged the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) to act on the power supply agreement between the Central Negros Electric Cooperative (Ceneco) and the Energy Development Corp. (EDC) to address the strong clamor of consumers in this city regarding the high power...
"First, do no harm.” This foundational principle of healthcare has guided medical professionals since the time of Hippocrates, the father of Western medicine. It underscores the commitment to avoid causing harm to people. However, in a contradictory twist, the healthcare industry now...
As the National Teachers College (NTC) commemorates its near century-long dedication to education, the institution takes another pioneering step toward a sustainable future by transitioning to 100 percent renewable energy. This significant achievement was made possible through a strategic...
As tropical storm Aghon exits the country, the Department of Energy (DOE) said it is coordinating power restoration efforts, specifically the repair of power lines. In an interview with PTV on Tuesday, May 28, Energy Assistant Secretary Mario Marasigan clarified that the storm did not cause any...
Around eight power plants have shut down due to the onset of Tropical Storm Aghon, which may trigger a red alert next week, according to the Department of Energy (DOE). The energy department recorded a total of 26 plants that have currently gone to a forced outage. In a briefing on Monday, May 27,...
Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian said that Manila Electric Company's (Meralco) franchise renewal will allow scrutiny of the giant utility’s performance. “These franchise renewals, my view always is that we have to use this opportunity to review the performance of the grantee. And that's a good way of...
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has directed the suspension of the Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM) for the Luzon Region effective Monday afternoon, May 27, due to insufficient generation capacity in the grid. In a statement, ERC said the decision to suspend WESM operations followed...
The Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) has officially initiated the bidding process to procure 500 megawatts (MW) of renewable energy capacity. In a statement, Meralco said this move is in compliance with the government's renewable energy standards and reflects its commitment to enhance reliance...
The Maharlika Investment Corp. (MIC), the agency that manages the sovereignty wealth fund, said it will focus its investments on energy transmission lines across regions. MIC President and Chief Executive Officer Rafael D. Consing Jr., said that there are already many investments in generation and...
An official from the Department of Energy (DOE) has reported a better power situation in Luzon due to improved stability in the region's electricity supply. Energy Assistant Secretary Mario C. Marasigan told reporters on Friday, May 24, that the power outage was reduced to 1,600 megawatts while the...
The onslaught of bad news is coming endless for consumers, as another wave of financial pain will further squeeze their pockets with anticipated price hikes at the gas pumps next week. According to the oil companies, the price of gasoline products will rise by P0.45 to P0.85 per liter; while diesel...
