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Joe Zaldarriaga
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Sustainable future with solar
by Joe Zaldarriaga - September 12, 2024 - 12:00am
The Philippines recently achieved a significant milestone in its renewable energy transition with a landmark $600-million investment deal from Actis, a leading UK-based sustainable infrastructure investor, for the...
Competition benefits consumers
by Joe Zaldarriaga - September 5, 2024 - 12:00am
A victory for consumers – that was what the public achieved when the Taguig Regional Trial Court dismissed the injunction plea filed by the Malampaya consortium against Meralco’s Competitive Selection...
Resurgence of rail
by Joe Zaldarriaga - August 29, 2024 - 12:00am
The Philippines is in the midst of a “railway renaissance”– this was the statement made by President Marcos during his third State of the Nation Address, as he lauded the mass transit projects...
Musings in New York
by Joe Zaldarriaga - August 22, 2024 - 12:00am
During my visit to this American city, I gained new and valuable lessons and insights that I will take home with me. While this place still has its iconic charm, it cannot be denied that New York has become drastically...
Collective fight against rabies
by Joe Zaldarriaga - August 15, 2024 - 12:00am
Rabies, though largely preventable, remains as one of the deadliest threats to the health of many Filipinos.
Threats to reliable and affordable power
by Joe Zaldarriaga - August 8, 2024 - 12:00am
Just days before the scheduled public bidding for the 1,000-MW of power supply requirements of distribution utility Meralco, the Taguig Regional Trial issued a temporary restraining order , effectively halting the...
Flood control
by Joe Zaldarriaga - August 1, 2024 - 12:00am
Super Typhoon Carina (international name Gaemi) put much of Metro Manila underwater after heavy rains lashed across the country due to enhanced monsoon. Reports say that within a 24-hour period, 458 mm of rain were...
Protecting the country’s sovereignty Z Factor
by Joe Zaldarriaga - July 26, 2024 - 12:00am
During his third State of the Nation Address, President Marcos received a standing ovation from members of Congress after a compelling statement on the contentious issue of the South China Sea, known locally as the...
MVP: Nation-builder
by Joe Zaldarriaga - July 18, 2024 - 12:00am
On the first morning of his birthday, business tycoon and philanthropist Manuel V. Pangilinan or MVP as he is popularly known, shared a photo of himself in a room overlooking a lush landscape, where he is “working...
Advocating for animal welfare
by Joe Zaldarriaga - July 11, 2024 - 12:00am
While on a weekend stroll in Makati City, I came upon animal feeders for cats strategically placed across a popular shopping mall- a welcome development that I hope can be replicated in other parts of the city, the...
Ripple effect of reliable electricity service
by Joe Zaldarriaga - July 4, 2024 - 12:00am
As the world continues to progress with many technological innovations, we often overlook a basic need that surprisingly, remains as scarcity for some: stable electricity service. Despite advancements in society,...
Roads to progress
by Joe Zaldarriaga - June 27, 2024 - 12:00am
Significant infrastructure developments made headlines recently, with none other than President Marcos gracing the inauguration event of a new connector road and the groundbreaking of two more projects set to drastically...
Enhancing rail connectivity
by Joe Zaldarriaga - June 20, 2024 - 12:00am
In a recent business forum with international participants, President Marcos confidently stated that the government is tirelessly working to upgrade and improve the Philippines’ transportation system, in the...
Nuclear for energy security
by Joe Zaldarriaga - June 13, 2024 - 12:00am
The Philippines is facing a critical point in how the country shapes its energy future.
For progress
by Joe Zaldarriaga - June 6, 2024 - 12:00am
With the Philippines working to become an upper middle-income economy in the coming years, it is undeniable that the private sector plays a vital role in pursuing growth initiatives and driving innovation at th
Beyond price
by Joe Zaldarriaga - May 30, 2024 - 12:00am
The Philippines is poised to conduct its first-ever online voting for overseas Filipinos next year, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s electoral history and demonstrating a strong commitment to...
Lighting the path toward long-term energy stability
by Joe Zaldarriaga - May 23, 2024 - 12:00am
In discussions of economic development, energy security often finds itself relegated on the sidelines behind infrastructure, agriculture and education.
Balance in synergies: Ensuring effective public-private partnership
by Joe Zaldarriaga - May 16, 2024 - 12:00am
Partnerships between the government and the private sector have long been a cornerstone of economic growth, both in the Philippines and globally.
Public service is a public trust
by Joe Zaldarriaga - May 9, 2024 - 12:00am
The emergence of a science-based government agency in corruption headlines is more than just surprising – it’s actually unexpected. Instances of misconduct in public office usually do not involve organizations...
Pragmatic approach to energy security
by Joe Zaldarriaga - May 2, 2024 - 12:00am
In the midst of surging power demand and concerns over energy security, the importance of a more resilient and robust energy infrastructure in maintaining reliable supply for the Philippines has taken center st...
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