Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) Chairperson Monalisa C. Dimalanta has reportedly submitted her resignation and she announced it to the employees during this week’s flag raising ceremony, several insider-sources have confirmed. “The ERC Chair has announced her resignation this Monday… just...
Now that she’s officially appointed at the “hot seat” of the Department of Energy (DOE), the honeymoon is over from her day one in office as designated Energy Secretary Sharon S. Garin is not exactly a newbie in the sector – so, it’s time for her to deliver electricity consumers’...
Following the start of drilling operations for Malampaya Phase 4 (MP4), the Department of Energy (DOE) announced that the first development well is expected to be completed by next month. Demujin F. Antiporda, DOE Energy Resource Development Bureau (ERDB) director, stated that the Camago-3 well,...
In an effort to address the rapid increase in demand for electricity in Visayas, Lopez-led Green Core Geothermal Inc. (GCGI) is setting its sights on upgrading its Palinpinon 1 geothermal plant in Negros Oriental. According to GCGI, a subsidiary of Energy Development Corp. (EDC), the proposed...
Renewable energy (RE) firm NexGen Energy Corp. has expressed interest in participating in the fifth round of the Green Energy Auction (GEA-5) of the Department of Energy (DOE). During the company’s annual stockholders meeting, officials said NexGen plans to register its offshore wind projects...
The Department of Energy (DOE) stated that the Atimonan coal plant project faces significant hurdles in securing re-approval under the coal moratorium exemption. In a briefing, Energy Secretary Sharon S. Garin explained that the coal project‘s re-evaluation must meet regulatory requirements,...
The Department of Energy (DOE) said the agency is addressing persistent power interruptions in off-grid areas, particularly Siquijor and Camotes Island, as it began rolling out short-term solutions to stabilize electricity supply. In a briefing on Wednesday, July 9, Energy Assistant Secretary Mario...
The Department of Energy (DOE) has been keeping an eye out for potential violations within the oil industry amid concerns over possible cartelization. DOE Officer-in-Charge (OIC) Sharon S. Garin explained that the agency does not have official policies on these matters; however, it can act as a...
The Department of Energy (DOE) is pushing forward with its hydrogen exploration efforts, conducting a survey in two Luzon provinces to gather geological and environmental data that will guide service contractors in their exploration activities. In a briefing, DOE Energy Resource Development Bureau...
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has approved nearly ₱28.3 billion in recoveries for the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP), a decision expected to lead to higher power rates for consumers starting in August. ERC Chairperson Monalisa Dimalanta announced on Monday, July 7,...
Motorists are getting another round of relief as oil prices are set to go down further this week. Starting Tuesday, July 8, gasoline prices will decrease by ₱0.70 per liter, diesel by ₱0.10 per liter, and kerosene by ₱0.80 per liter. Shell Pilipinas, Seaoil, PetroGazz, and PTT are among the...
Aboitiz Power Corporation has announced its interest in participating in the Department of Energy 's (DOE) fourth round of the Green Energy Auction (GEA-4), aiming to significantly expand its renewable energy (RE) portfolio. Leo Lungay, Aboitiz Renewables, Inc. (ARI) vice president and general...
