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January 27, 2026

Consumer Advocates Demand Accounting Of Nordeco’s WESM Obligations

Consumer group Partners for Affordable & Reliable Energy (PARE) urges clarity on Nordeco’s WESM status, citing consumer risks, power outages, and the need for regulator intervention.

January 27, 2026

The Net Zero Mirage: Why Global Targets Risk Growth & Equity

Net-zero ambitions shape climate policy worldwide, but critics warn they are unrealistic, economically harmful, and not suited to countries like the Philippines.

January 26, 2026

Siargao’s Power Crisis: Urgent Reforms Needed After Another Island-wide Blackout

Siargao’s 2024 blackout exposed deep power system flaws, hurting tourism and daily life; experts urge resilient infrastructure and energy security reforms.

January 26, 2026

Solar Philippines’ Projects Could Have Cut Electricity Price By Half, Says DOE

Solar project failures kept electricity prices high, according to the DOE, as unmet RE commitments reveal deeper issues in enforcing renewable energy accountability in the country.

January 23, 2026

Why Coal Still Matters for Energy Security and Affordable Electricity

Coal remains central to energy security and affordable electricity in the Philippines and worldwide, balancing reliability and cost as demand grows.

January 23, 2026

More Cooperatives Tap NEA Loans As Electrification Drive Accelerates

The National Electrification Administration (NEA) released ₱2.8 billion in loans to 45 electric cooperatives, boosting rural electrification and supporting power distribution upgrades nationwide.

January 22, 2026

The Philippines’ Energy Wake-Up Call from Its Southeast Asian Neighbors

The Philippines faces high power costs and frequent outages, while its ASEAN neighbors keep electricity affordable through pragmatic policies.

January 22, 2026

Davao City Power Rates Surge Despite Lower Transmission Charges

Power bills in Davao City surge as volatile market prices and renewable energy charges outweigh lower transmission rates from NGCP.

January 20, 2026

Leviste Defends Solar Firm Ownership, Denies Legal Violations

Leandro Leviste defends his ownership of solar firms, denying any constitutional or legal violations amid a libel case vs. Palace officer Claire Castro.

January 19, 2026

Consumer Group Raises Alarm Over Alleged NORDECO Lease Deal

Consumer group questions NORDECO’s alleged ₱325M lease deal over Samal power facilities, citing lack of transparency.