Category: Energy
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Grid Status Red: DOE and NGCP Launch Urgent Safety Sweeps of Energy Infrastructure Following Massive Mindanao Earthquake
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GENERAL SANTOS CITY, Philippines — Following a powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake that struck the waters off Sarangani, the Department of Energy (DOE) and the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) have entered a high-stakes, whole-of-sector mobilization. The disaster has triggered widespread operational disruptions across various southern provinces, testing the resilience…
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‘Meralco’s Fake News’: Gatchalian Blasts Scapegoating of 4Ps in April Bill Shock
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Social Welfare Secretary Rex Gatchalian has fired back at claims blaming Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) beneficiaries for the recent surge in electricity costs, calling the narrative “fake news.” As consumers reel from the “bill shock” experienced this April, Gatchalian clarified that the burden of high electricity rates lies with…
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UPGRADE NG KURYENTE: ILOILO MODEL, POSIBLENG PAKINABANGAN NG SOCCSKSARGEN
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GENERAL SANTOS CITY — Posibleng makinabang ang mga consumer sa Soccsksargen sa modernong power system na ginagamit na sa Iloilo City. Ipinapakita ng MORE Electric and Power Corporation (MORE Power) kung paano nababawasan ang brownout at napapabilis ang restoration gamit ang advanced substations, automated systems, at real-time monitoring tulad…
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Colmenares Insists on Ending ‘Legalized Robbery’ Amidst Meralco Bill Shock
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Consumer advocates and the group Bayan Muna strongly condemned the “bill shock” experienced by millions of Meralco customers this April and May 2026, amidst record-high rates that hit ₱14.3496 per kWh. Bayan Muna Chairman Neri Colmenares described the situation as a form of “legalized robbery” being shouldered by ordinary Filipinos.…
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Senate Protect Committee calls for amendment of Epira law to stop Meralco’s inflated charges
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A member of the Senate PROTECT Committee called for the immediate amendment of the EPIRA law to stop the exorbitant charges imposed by Meralco on its consumers who are already reeling from the rising fuel and food prices due to Middle East conflict. Senator Imee Marcos has joined several legislators…
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Razon utilities ease power bills over ₱1/kWh while Meralco raises rates ahead of summer
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The Manila Electric Company (Meralco) raised its residential electricity rates this February despite the country still being in cooler months and before the official start of summer, while several provincial utilities under business tycoon Enrique Razon Jr. — Bohol Light, Negros Electric and Power Corporation (NEPC), and MORE Power in…
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Treñas gives 150% endorsement for MORE Power as Batangas’ next power distributor
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Former Iloilo City Mayor Jerry P. Treñas has given his “150% endorsement” to MORE Electric and Power Corporation (MORE Power) as the next power distributor for Batangas through its Joint Venture Agreement (JVA) with Batangas II Electric Cooperative(BATELEC II), sharing how the company helped transform Iloilo City’s economy and quality…
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NASECOR asks ERC: Are Meralco bills fair?
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The National Association of Consumer Organizations (NASECOR) is calling on the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) to check if Manila Electric Company (Meralco) is overcharging consumers. In a January 22, 2026 letter, NASECOR president Petronilo Ilagan asked how many of Meralco’s subsidiaries and related businesses fall under the law requiring utilities…
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MORE Power Announces 4.2% Rate Reduction for Iloilo City This December
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MORE Power Iloilo: December Electricity Rates Reduction Iloilo City residents will see smaller utility bills this month. MORE Electric and Power Corp. (MORE Power) confirmed a significant electricity rates reduction for the December billing cycle. The company announced a 4.2% decrease in overall costs. This news offers much-needed financial relief…
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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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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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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…