Blog - Balitang-Mindanao

June 16, 2026

Multi-Awarded, Yet Consumers Still Suffer Poor Power Service

Consumer group urges NEA to review electric cooperative award criteria as several recognized ECs face complaints over unreliable power service.

June 14, 2026

Why a Balanced Energy Mix Is Now Critical for the Philippines

The Philippines’ push for renewable energy raises costs and reliability concerns, highlighting the need for a balanced energy mix with baseload power.

June 11, 2026

Electric Cooperatives and Public Funds: Is the Return Worth the Cost?

Electric cooperatives face scrutiny over public funding and service reliability, raising questions on value for taxpayers.

June 10, 2026

Strong Earthquake Tests Resilience Of Mindanao’s Energy Infrastructure

The DOE and NGCP are assessing energy infrastructure damage and restoring power services after a magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck Mindanao.

June 9, 2026

Power Struggle In Davao Del Norte Leaves Consumers Seeking Answers

Nordeco and Davao Light continue to dispute operational control in Davao del Norte, leaving consumers uncertain about billing and services.

June 5, 2026

Energy Transition or Energy Illusion?

Global energy transition show rising demand, persistent fossil fuels, and tensions between climate goals, growth, and development needs.

June 4, 2026

New Power Shifts Reshape the Future for Mindanao Electric Cooperatives

Mindanao’s power sector shifts highlight EC challenges, private partnerships, and the urgent need for reliable electricity to support growth and stability.

May 26, 2026

AboitizPower Unit Inks Emergency Power Deal With Misamis Occidental Co-Op

AboitizPower subsidiary Therma South signs a 2-MW emergency power supply deal with MOELCI-I to stabilize electricity service in Misamis Occidental.

May 26, 2026

Davao Light Expansion Gains Court Support, Strengthens Samal Power Supply

Court rulings cleared Davao Light’s expansion into key Davao del Norte areas, enabling full takeover of Nordeco-operated power assets.

May 26, 2026

When Transmission Fails: Red Alerts Expose the Fragility of the Grid

Recent red alerts in Luzon and Visayas exposed the fragility of the Philippine grid and renewed scrutiny on NGCP and transmission failures.