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Yuchengco nears commercial run of 3 renewable energy projects
by Brix Lelis - June 28, 2026 - 12:00am
The Yuchengco Group remains on track toward the commercial operation of its three renewable energy (RE) projects in Luzon and the Visayas.
‘Power of choice’ moves closer to homes
by Brix Lelis - June 27, 2026 - 12:00am
“Malayo pa, pero malayo na (Still a long way to go, but we’ve come a long way).”
Fuel prices may go up next week
by Brix Lelis - June 27, 2026 - 12:00am
After recent rollbacks, motorists could face an increase of more than P1 per liter at the pump next week amid waning optimism over the US-Iran peace deal.
SPNEC building war chest for MGEN Renewables merger
by Brix Lelis - June 26, 2026 - 12:00am
SP New Energy Corp. is gearing up for its merger with parent MGEN Renewable Energy Inc., arming itself financially for the transaction expected to complete in the fourth quarter.
Meralco’s MSpectrum enters solar venture with Japanese firms
by Brix Lelis - June 26, 2026 - 12:00am
 MSpectrum Inc., a subsidiary of Manila Electric Co., has formed a joint venture with two Tokyo-based firms to accelerate the solar adoption of Japanese businesses in the Philippines.  
First Gen ‘keeping an eye’ on nuclear power venture
by Brix Lelis - June 25, 2026 - 12:00am
First Gen Corp. is sharpening its low-carbon strategy, with nuclear power emerging as an increasingly attractive opportunity amid growing national momentum for the technology.
Meralco seeks bids for 600-MW baseload power supply deal
by Brix Lelis - June 25, 2026 - 12:00am
Power giant Manila Electric Co.  has opened the bidding for its 600-megawatt baseload electricity requirement, aiming to secure a multi-year supply to keep the lights on in its franchise area.
Off-grid areas eyed for full hybridization
by Brix Lelis - June 24, 2026 - 12:00am
The government is racing to bring renewable energy (RE) to the country’s most remote communities, targeting full hybridization by 2030 to reduce their costly reliance on diesel power.
Government eyes first nuclear auction in mid-2027
by Brix Lelis - June 24, 2026 - 12:00am
The government is targeting June 2027 for the country’s first nuclear tender, with the winning bidder expected to secure a ready market for the project and potential access to state funding support.
Philippines eyes Indonesia link for Asean Power Grid
by Brix Lelis - June 24, 2026 - 12:00am
The Philippines is exploring a potential interconnection with Indonesia under the broader ASEAN Power Grid initiative, which aims to enable cross-border electricity trade across Southeast Asia.
Meralco Group plots renewable energy expansion with VinEnergo
by Brix Lelis - June 24, 2026 - 12:00am
Pangilinan-led Meralco Group is expanding its power portfolio with Vietnam’s VinEnergo in a partnership that could unlock 25 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy (RE) and battery storage capacity.
LNGPH, Mitsubishi Power seal gas turbine support deal
by Brix Lelis - June 23, 2026 - 12:00am
LNGPH, the multibillion-dollar gas venture of Manuel V. Pangilinan, Ramon Ang and Sabin Aboitiz, has tapped Japan’s Mitsubishi Power to ensure the reliable operation of its large gas-fired facility in Bat...
Rollback: Diesel lower by P11/liter, gas by P5.90
by Brix Lelis - June 23, 2026 - 12:00am
Diesel and kerosene prices may be rolled back by more than P11 per liter today, according to authorities, but motorists may miss out on the full relief as several oil firms have opted for the minimum price cut....
‘Solar reserve’ pitched as additional shield vs oil crisis
by Brix Lelis - June 22, 2026 - 12:00am
Beyond the proposed strategic petroleum reserve, the government should also fund rooftop solar rollout to strengthen energy security and buffer the Philippines from global oil shocks, an industry group said.
ACEN pours P1 billion into RE site expansion
by Brix Lelis - June 21, 2026 - 12:00am
ACEN Corp. of the Zobel family has injected an additional P1 billion into a subsidiary responsible for securing new strategic sites for its renewable energy expansion.
WTE auction capacity increased to 400 MW
by Brix Lelis - June 21, 2026 - 12:00am
More capacity is now up for grabs in the country’s waste-to-energy auction, with the government raising the installation target and giving companies a longer runway to complete bid requirements.
NGCP reviews new transmission rules, eyes next steps
by Brix Lelis - June 20, 2026 - 12:00am
The National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) is evaluating newly issued transmission rules to protect grid integrity and ensure alignment with its concession agreement with the government. 
DOE creates carbon credits task force
by Brix Lelis - June 20, 2026 - 12:00am
The Department of Energy (DOE) has institutionalized a dedicated task force to oversee and ensure the effective implementation of the government’s carbon credit policies.
SunAsia, Vietnam firm line up P24.5 billion solar-on-water portfolio
by Brix Lelis - June 19, 2026 - 12:00am
SunAsia Energy Inc. is teaming up with Vietnam’s VinEnergo to invest around $406 million (about P24.5 billion) to build solar projects over water areas, including fishponds.
DOE gears up for Philippines first nuclear auction
by Brix Lelis - June 19, 2026 - 12:00am
The Department of Energy  is preparing the regulatory framework for the inaugural nuclear auction, advancing efforts to bring the country’s first commercial nuclear power plant online by 2032.
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