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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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Philippine Independence Day 2026: Your Complete Guide to Araw ng Kalayaan
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Last updated: June 2026 Every year on June 12, the Philippines pauses to honor one of the most meaningful dates in its history. Araw ng Kalayaan — the Filipino name for Independence Day — is a nationwide commemoration of freedom, sacrifice, and national identity. Whether you want to understand the…
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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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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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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…
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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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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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Citicore Unveils Batangas 1: PH’s First Baseload Solar + Storage Facility
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The Philippines has marked a milestone in its renewable energy journey with the inauguration of Citicore Renewable Energy Corp.’s Batangas 1 Solar Plant, the country’s first baseload-capable solar + storage project. Located in Calatagan, Batangas, the 197 MW solar farm is paired with a 320 MWh battery energy storage system…