The uptrend in the tariff of Manila Electric Company (Meralco) in its July billing will strain its customers’ household budgets, but a survey of selected power utilities in various parts of the country would show that its rate hike is still leaner versus peer-distribution firms. Meralco announced...
A three-year collaboration program with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to enhance the country’s capabilities in geohazards monitoring and information dissemination is currently being implemented. The nationwide adoption of anticipatory action (AA) for disaster preparedness to...
Senator Alan Peter Cayetano has called for a suspension of Manila Electric Company (Meralco)’s Competitive Selection Process (CSP) for 600 megawatts of baseload supply starting next year, amid concerns regarding fairness. (Photo from the Office of Senator Alan Peter Cayetano) "So Madam ERC, I...
The much-anticipated Manila Bridal Fair by Manila Prince Hotel is set to grace the Grand Ballroom on July 26 and 27, 2024. This prestigious event aims to bring together a curated selection of industry experts, offering soon-to-wed couples an unparalleled experience. Admission is free on both dates....
“Prioritize watershed protection in the Upper Wawa Dam as well as the reforestation and biodiversity preservation in the Upper Marikina River Basin Protected Landscape.” This was President Marcos’ clearcut order to stakeholders during the recent ceremonial impounding process of the Upper Wawa...
Power utility giant Manila Electric Company (Meralco) has secured three contracts for a total of 500-megawatt capacity that will satiate its requirements for renewable energy (RE) supply portfolio as prescribed under the government-enforced Renewable Portfolio Standards. The tariffs cornered by the...
Clark Water, a subsidiary of Manila Water Philippine Ventures, is ramping up its efforts to combat rising energy costs and reduce its carbon footprint by expanding its solar power infrastructure. In a statement, Lyn Zamora, Clark Water’s general manager, said the water and wastewater service...
Some portions of San Mateo, Rizal will experience water interruption for up to eight hours on July 18 and 19. Manila Water announced that the service disruption will start at 10 p.m. on Thursday, July 18, until 6 a.m. on Friday, July 19. Affected areas are parts of Barangays Maly,...
A three-year technical cooperation project is underway to improve fixed-route service for public utility vehicles (PUVs) in Metro Manila, such as buses, jeepneys, and Utility Van Express services. The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the Department of Transportation (DOTr) signed...
Ambassador MaryKay Carlson The vibrant spirit of American culture resonated through the halls of Shangri-La The Fort in Taguig City as Ambassador MaryKay Carlson of the Embassy of the United States of America, led a jubilant celebration marking the 248th US Independence Day and the 70th...
Conrad Manila celebrates the meaningful Mid-Autumn Festival tradition with its thoughtfully curated mooncake collection, Moonlit Opulence, available exclusively at China Blue by Jereme Leung (CBJL), the luxury hotel’s award-winning Chinese restaurant. The much-anticipated culinary...
Advocates for the advancement of the rights of persons with disability (PWDs) will build a haven for the handicapped, cancer patients, and the elderly in Antipolo City in Rizal. Eljoy Lagan, leader of the Antipolo-based cooperative for the PWDs, said the home seeks to provide shelter for the...
