To accelerate the transition to nuclear energy in the Philippines, expanding scholarships for nuclear education is a key step in promoting the growth of alternative power sources. Manuel V. Pangilinan-led Manila Electric Company (Meralco) has tapped the top nuclear institutions in France and the...
Movem Electric, Inc., an electric mobility solutions provider of Manila Electric Company (Meralco), and Polish infrastructure firm ChargeEuropa have partnered to set up electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across the country. In a statement on Wednesday, Nov. 13, Meralco said that Movem and...
With mobility radically changing to meet the challenges of climate change, many car manufacturers are working on developing more sustainable vehicles. A long-time key partner of these manufactures is Bosch, which is pioneering technological advancements to enhance the overall EV experience. At the...
Power retailer Manila Electric Company (Meralco) announced a P0.4274 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) increase in electricity rates for November, bringing the overall rate to P11.8569 per kWh from October's P11.4295 per kWh. In a briefing, Joe Zaldarriaga, Meralco vice president and head of corporate...
It’s been a long wait for automotive enthusiasts, but Tesla is now officially in the Philippines. Tesla’s entry into the local market signifies a bold expansion for the electric vehicle giant, marking a milestone in the automotive landscape with the launch of two highly anticipated models,...
The Manila Electric Company (Meralco) said it is prepared to address potential power disruptions caused by Typhoon Nika and has mobilized its workforce to ensure prompt customer support. In a statement, Meraclo said the utility firm is closely monitoring the typhoon's path as parts of its...
Terry Ridon (Facebook) Former Kabataan Party-list Rep. Terry Ridon is prodding the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) to immediately resolve the long overdue tariff review of the Manila Electric Company (Meralco), the country's biggest power...
Last week, EVAP held the 12 th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit (PEVS) at the SMX at the Mall of Asia. This year’s theme, “Spark Change, Drive Electric”, aims to steer the Filipino to consider the EV for a cleaner and sustainable future in transportation. With the increased interest and...
The latest Toyotas have developed a reputation for being pricier than the competition. Yes, they are, unapologetically, but rightfully so. The country's number one car brand is also the best-selling automaker (for four years in a row). It has pioneered multiple automotive technologies that other...
Pampanga II Electric Cooperative (PELCO II), co-managed by Manila Electric Co. (Meralco), has launched its first mobile substation to address the increasing power demand in Pampanga. In a statement, PELCO said that the substation, with a 10-megavolt ampere (MVA) capacity and 69/13.2 kilovolt...
Pangilinan-led Metro Pacific Investments Corporation (MPIC) reported a 28 percent growth in consolidated core net income, hitting a record P20.8 billion in the first nine months of 2024, from P16.2 billion in the same period last year. In a statement, the firm said improved financial and operating...
Meralco The House of Representatives has overwhelmingly approved on third and final reading the bill seeking a new 25-year franchise for the Manila Electric Co.(Meralco), the country's biggest power distributor. The propsosed franchise...
