Owners of Tesla cars can now easily charge up their vehicle in just minutes. Tesla Philippines opened its first Supercharging station in the Philippines at Uptown Mall, Bonifacio Global City with 4 Superchargers. The superchargers are located at the B2 Car Park, Uptown Mall, Uptown Bonifacio....
Rep. Camille Villar (5th from right) of the lone district of Las Piñas City inaugurates Vista Land Bataan's electric vehicle (EV) charging facility. She was joined by her father, former Senate President Manny Villar (4th from left). (Rep. Villar’s office) ...
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has approved the 15-year Power Supply Agreement (PSA) between Manuel V. Pangilinan-led Manila Electric Company (Meralco) and Excellent Energy Resources, Inc. (EERI), a subsidiary of SMC Global Power. In a statement on Friday, Dec. 13, ERC Chairman and Chief...
To combat the rising theft of electricity distribution facilities, the Manila Electric Company (Meralco) has partnered with the Philippine National Police (PNP) to enhance investigations and prosecutions. In a statement, Meralco said the utility firm and the PNP signed a memorandum of understanding...
Razon-led East Zone concessionaire Manila Water Co. has secured a power purchase agreement (PPA) with Manila Electric Company's (Meralco) solar power firm to integrate sustainable energy into its facilities. In a statement on Tuesday, Dec. 10, MSpectrum, Meralco's power unit, announced it would...
Filipino families looking forward to a bright and festive Christmas may find their holiday cheer dimmed slightly by an unexpected Grinch: higher electricity bills. The Manila Electric Company (Meralco) announced on Tuesday, Dec. 10, a P0.1048 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) increase in electricity rates...
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has granted provisional approval to two Power Supply Agreements (PSAs) between Manila Electric Company (Meralco) and the renewable energy units of ACEN and San Miguel Corporation. Meralco and ACEN-led Gigasol 3, Inc. will soon implement their PSA following the...
Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) and New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) have partnered to modernize the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) with sustainable and reliable energy solutions. In a statement on Monday, Dec. 9, Meralco said the partnership aims to address NAIA's persistent power issues and...
It seems, with every new model launched, it’s up to Baguio again, and it’s not a bad thing. A drive up to Baguio is always a welcome getaway from Manila especially since it’s a lot cooler this time of year. Getting up to Baguio has always been a yardstick for vehicles new or old. And we’ve...
The Department of Energy (DOE) announced that all electric cooperatives (ECs) nationwide are exempted from taxes imposed by their local government units (LGUs). The memorandum was signed by Energy Secretary Raphael P.M. Lotilla and Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto, represented by Undersecretary...
MSpectrum, Inc., a wholly owned solar subsidiary of the Manila Electric Company (Meralco), has partnered with food manufacturer Edward Keller Philippines Inc. (EKPI) to help the latter reduce its carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable environment. In a statement, MSpectrum said a...
There are more electrified Kias coming. That statement is for readers who need the short-form version of the article — think of it like an FB or IG reel. If you prefer the long-form, there is more 'movement that (not only) inspires,' but is guaranteed to be electric, especially for markets...
