When El Nino was very much around, the sporadic blackouts and power outages were blamed to high cost of fuel, low dam levels to run the hydroelectric power plants amid a surging demand caused by the unbearable heat forcing residents to turn all electric fans and air-conditioning units.

PH's misguided energy policy

A consumer’s group has assailed a resolution of the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) establishing its methodology for calculating power rates, saying that this new system has already inflicted a burden on consumers. 

NASECORE: ERC’s new ‘pricing system’ puts burden on consumers

Catbalogan City, Samar – The City Agriculture Office proudly announced the commencement of drilling for a Solar-Powered Irrigation System in Barangay New Mahayag, a vital project requested by the Catbalogan City Government through the City Agriculture Office.

Solar-Powered Irrigation System Launched in Catbalogan City

Calling the bill decoupling the franchise of Manila Electric Company (Meralco) as counterproductive and unsettling to the business community, the leader of the Federation of Philippine Industries (FPI) has asked the House to stop this move, as it would stall business expansion and discourage investors from coming into the country.

Decoupling Meralco franchise unsettles businesses

Is the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) really a “regulator” or just an “accommodator” of big business?

Consumer advocate denounces ERC’s ‘somersault’

A prominent consumer and energy advocate has denounced the House of Representatives' recent vote to extend the 25-year franchise of the Manila Electric Company (Meralco).

'Shameless': Consumer advocate decries extension of Meralco franchise

“The flaw in the procedure observed by the Commission in arriving at the questioned Decision in this case (the AWAT Decision) painfully resulted in an outcome that is riddled with legal infirmities and, most tragically, shrouded in regulatory mystery. By denying and dismissing the various Motions for Reconsideration in this instant Order, the majority of the members of this present Commission (hereinafter, the “Majority”) not only denied the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) the opportunity provided by law to administrative agencies to correct mistakes, but also deprived electricity consumers of MERALCO (as well as other private distribution utilities or PDUs) their legally –protected right to transparent and reasonable pricing that can only result from the conduct of a full and proper evaluation and validation process. In this instance, the Majority has effectively ruled that this right of the consumers can be sacrificed at the altar of expediency.”


Meralco’s AWAT True-Up Debacle

Catbalogan City, Samar- In response to widespread power outages in Catanduanes, Region 8 Electric Cooperatives dispatched linemen teams on November 20, 2024, to assist in power restoration efforts. Among these teams are linemen from the Samar II Electric Cooperative (SAMELCO II).

SAMELCO II Joins Region 8 Electric Cooperatives in Power Restoration Efforts for Catanduanes

Singapore-based company Vena Energy is set to invest a minimum of PHP19 billion to expand its wind energy initiatives in the Philippines, specifically at a 304-megawatt (MW) wind farm straddling the Northern Samar and Samar provinces. 

Vena Energy to Invest P19 B in Wind Farm Expansion in the Philippines

Catbalogan City, Samar– A power outage affected several areas in Basey, Marabut, and parts of Sta. Rita, from Bagolibas to San Juan, following a fire that damaged a power post in Brgy. Basiao.

Samelco II Restores Power After Fire-Damaged Post in Basey Area

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