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March 26, 2026

Nordeco Mounts Legal Defense To Stop Aboitiz Power’s Davao Grid Expansion

Nordeco eyes legal action against Davao Light’s (Aboitiz Power Corp.) expansion, raising questions over franchise rights and power distribution control in Davao.

March 24, 2026

Samal’s Grid Transformation Brings Promise and Pushback

A contested power transition unfolds in Samal as Davao Light takes over, balancing improved service with ongoing legal and public concerns.

March 20, 2026

Davao Light Advances Submarine Cable Project To Link Samal To Mainland Grid

Davao Light begins submarine cable project linking Samal to Davao grid, aiming to stabilize power supply and support island growth.

Bantay Kuryente, SOCOTECO II Form Partnership Amid Power Reform Debate In GenSan

March 18, 2026

Bantay Kuryente, SOCOTECO II Form Partnership Amid Power Reform Debate In General Santos

Bantay Kuryente teams up with SOCOTECO II to improve consumer engagement as rival proposals from Ignite Power and Meralco shape the cooperative’s future.

March 14, 2026

Global Energy in Transition: The 2026 Iran War and the Philippine Energy Crisis

The 2026 Iran War has triggered record fuel price hikes. Explore the conflict's impact on the Philippines' strategy for energy security.

March 12, 2026

Rising Energy Prices Ahead: Practical Ways Households Can Slash Electricity Costs

Power rates could rise amid global energy pressures. Here are practical tips to help households save electricity and lower monthly bills.

March 10, 2026

NORDECO Stands Ground In Samal Power Dispute

Nordeco urges Samal consumers to keep paying their power bills to the cooperative as a legal dispute with Davao Light over distribution assets unfolds.

March 10, 2026

Government Assures Ample Fuel Supply Despite Global Oil Turmoil

The Philippine government assures stable fuel supply while preparing measures to cushion consumers from expected fuel price hikes amid Middle East conflict.

March 5, 2026

NORDECO Denounces Samal Power Takeover As “Illegal”

NORDECO condemns the Samal power distribution takeover and says it will pursue legal remedies while continuing to serve consumers.

March 3, 2026

Brownouts, Bills, and a Power Struggle: Nordeco in the Spotlight

An in-depth look at Nordeco’s history, achievements, controversies, and the impact of Davao Light’s takeover on consumers and local power.