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July 21, 2026

Controversies Put Electric Cooperatives and NEA in the Spotlight

Recent controversies involving electric cooperatives and the NEA are raising consumer concerns over transparency, accountability, and power sector governance.

July 14, 2026

GenSan Court Rejects Bid To Stop SOCOTECO II-Ignite Power Talks

A GenSan court ruled that SOCOTECO II may continue negotiations with Ignite Power after denying a request to temporarily stop the talks.

July 9, 2026

Davao Light Begins Sole Operations In Expanded Franchise Areas After ERC Order

Power distribution shifts to Davao Light in parts of Davao del Norte and Samal following an ERC directive aimed at preventing consumer confusion and double billing.

July 8, 2026

Grid Modernization Becomes Critical Bottleneck in Energy Transition as Electric Cooperatives Struggle

Grid and infrastructure upgrades are vital for the energy transition, but many electric cooperatives face challenges in modernizing power distribution systems.

July 1, 2026

Davao Del Norte Consumers Pin Hopes On Davao Light As Power Transition Unfolds

Davao Light's takeover in Davao Norte raises hopes for improved electricity service, even as competing billing claims create uncertainty.

June 25, 2026

Steady Power Sparks New Optimism for Samal Businesses

With Samal Island now served by Davao Light, businesses are optimistic about expansion, higher revenues, and attracting new investments.

June 25, 2026

Mindanao Powers Through: Quake-Hit Communities Regain Electricity In Joint Recovery Effort

DOE says electricity service in General Santos and Sarangani has been largely restored after Quake, while Mindanao maintains sufficient power reserves.

June 22, 2026

SC Affirms NEA Reform Act, Clearing Path for Stronger Accountability in Electric Cooperatives

The SC ruled that electric cooperatives, as franchise holders, remain subject to government regulation under the state's police power (NEA Reform Act).

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.