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Primelectric Benchmarks South Korea’s Power Distribution System
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In its drive to further improve consumer services, officials of Primelectric recently traveled to Seoul, South Korea to study the country’s advanced power distribution system. The delegation was led by Primelectric President and CEO Roel Castro, who visited the Transmission and Distribution Headquarters of the Korean Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO),…
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Pilipinas AI: The Philippines’ Push for a Sovereign AI Future
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The Philippines just made a big move in the world of AI. ePLDT — PLDT’s ICT arm — in partnership with Dell Technologies and Katonic AI, officially launched Pilipinas AI, the country’s first sovereign AI platform. What makes this a game-changer? It’s not just about building AI. It’s about keeping the…
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AFP Reaffirms Rejection of Military Intervention Ahead of Nov. 30 Protests
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MANILA, Philippines — The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Sunday reiterated its commitment to upholding the Constitution and rejected any unconstitutional means to change the country’s leadership, amid upcoming anti-corruption protests and alleged destabilization claims against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. In a Facebook post, the AFP emphasized that…
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Biodiesel Group Urges Careful Review of Proposed “Murang Langis” Bill
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MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Biodiesel Association (TPBA) on Monday called for a careful evaluation of proposed changes to Republic Act No. 9367, or the Biofuels Act of 2006, stressing that any adjustments should consider “the wider implications” for motorists, farmers, and public health. The group’s statement comes as House…
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Manny Pacquiao’s Manny Pay Partners with Primelectric for Digital Bill Payments
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National boxing icon and former Senator Manny Pacquiao, owner of the Manny Pay digital wallet, has officially signed an agreement with Primelectric President Roel Castro to include Manny Pay among the Third-Party Collection Agents for Primelectric’s utility services. The signing took place at Shangri-La Makati on October 30, 2025, right…
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MORE Power Wins CSR Company of the Year at 2025 Asia CEO Awards
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MANILA, Philippines — MORE Electric and Power Corporation (MORE Power) has been recognized as the Grand Winner for CSR Company of the Year (Innodata Circle of Excellence) at the 2025 Asia CEO Awards, held on October 14 at the Manila Marriott Grand Ballroom. The award highlights MORE Power’s strong commitment…
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Power Poverty Persists: Inside the Lives of the Energy-Insecure
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Despite years of investment and policy reforms, millions of Filipinos continue to live without reliable access to electricity — a challenge that underscores the country’s deepening energy inequality as it races toward its 2030 electrification target. The Scale of Energy Poverty According to a 2024 study by the Philippine Institute…
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Battery Recycling Race: Asia’s Next Sustainability Battleground
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As Asia accelerates toward an electrified future, a new sustainability race is emerging — not on the roads, but in recycling plants. Across the region, governments and industries are scrambling to build a viable battery recycling ecosystem, recognizing it as the next frontier in both environmental responsibility and economic competitiveness.…
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The Policy Tug-of-War: Subsidies, Reforms, and the 2026 Energy Budget
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As the Philippines gears up for its 2026 national expenditure program, the energy sector finds itself at the crossroads of competing pressures: sustaining affordability and energy access, reforming deeply-rooted subsidy regimes, and accelerating the clean-energy transition. The budget cycle ahead will reveal how far the government is willing — and…
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Price Watch: Global Oil Markets Brace for Fourth-Quarter Volatility
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As the global economy grapples with uneven growth and shifting energy dynamics, oil prices are heading into the final quarter of 2025 under intense pressure. Analysts from the International Energy Agency (IEA) and the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) warn that volatility will define the remainder of the year, with…
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The Budget Battle Over Energy Subsidies: Who Gains, Who Loses?
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The Budget Battle Over Energy Subsidies: Who Gains, Who Loses? Introduction Energy subsidies are one of the most contentious lines in the Philippine budget. On one hand, they can provide relief to vulnerable sectors during times of high fuel and power prices. On the other, they often weigh heavily on…
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Price Pressure: How Global Conflicts Are Driving Oil Costs Up Again
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Introduction Global tensions and conflicts are once again placing upward pressure on oil prices, creating ripple effects that reach consumers, governments, and businesses—especially in countries heavily reliant on imports. For the Philippines, a net oil importer, any shock in international markets is felt acutely at the pump, through rising transport…