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

The country’s largest and most profitable power distributor has energy sales
at all-time highs and unprecedented double-digit growth in income.  


Meralco earnings unstoppable   

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

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

READY FOR DINAGYANG. More Electric and Power Corporation doing maintenance work in preparation for the Dinagyang Festival. President and chief executive officer Roel Castro, in an interview on Friday (Jan. 24, 2025) said residential consumers are enjoying a reduced electricity rate since last December. (MORE Power photo)

Iloilo City consumers enjoy reduced electricity rate

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