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May 26, 2026

Government Tightens Oversight Of NGCP Following Major Transmission Line Trippings

President Marcos orders NGCP to restore key transmission lines as Congress probes grid failures behind widespread Luzon brownouts.

May 24, 2026

Davao Households To Save On Electricity Bills As ERC Halts Renewable Energy Charge

Davao Light reduced residential electricity rates to P10.35/kWh for May 2026 due to lower transmission charges and suspended GEA fees.

May 20, 2026

Rising Electricity Demand In Mindanao Boosts Alsons Revenue

Strong electricity consumption in Mindanao and improved performance across its power businesses lifted Alsons Consolidated Resources Inc.’s earnings in the first quarter of 2026, even as the company...

May 9, 2026

Mindanao in the Dark: The Human Cost of Failing Electric Cooperatives

Unreliable electricity in Mindanao is hurting students, businesses, and families, exposing deep gaps in power service and infrastructure.

May 7, 2026

Proposed SOCOTECO II Restructuring Draws Questions On Consumer Ownership Rights

Ignite Power denied ongoing negotiations on a SOCOTECO II deal as stakeholders questioned plans for private sector participation.

May 6, 2026

Mindanao Hydro Rehabilitation Plans Strengthen Case For Renewable Shift

Consumer groups and investors push renewable energy expansion in Mindanao amid warnings over rising coal dependence and electricity costs.

May 6, 2026

Beyond the Recognition: EC Awards Don’t Always Match Consumer Experience

Are award-winning EC Electric Cooperatives truly reliable? A closer look shows a gap between awards recognition and everyday power service.

May 1, 2026

Filinvest Solar Project In Misamis Clears ERC Hurdle, Set To Boost Mindanao Grid

New Filinvest solar facility in Misamis set for commercial run after ERC nod, enhancing Mindanao’s energy supply stability.

April 29, 2026

The Hidden Charge on Every Electric Bill Hurting Filipino Families

Why Filipino electric bills keep rising: diesel dependence, hidden subsidies, blackout risks, and the smart hybrid energy fix the country needs now.

April 23, 2026

Davao Light Links Samal to Mainland Grid, Unlocking Power Stability and Growth Potential

A 50-MW submarine cable connects Samal to Davao’s power grid, enhancing energy security as planners weigh demand versus capacity.