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Brownouts, Bills, and a Power Struggle: Nordeco in the Spotlight
  • 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.
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Power Shift in Samal: Island Grid Enters New Phase
  • March 3, 2026

Power Shift in Samal: Island Grid Enters New Phase

After years of crippling outages, Davao Light takes over Samal’s power distribution, launching an upgrade to restore stability and fuel growth.
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The DOE affirms its decision against Solar Philippines, citing unpaid P24-billion penalties and cancelled renewable energy commitments.
  • February 20, 2026

Solar Philippines’ P24-Billion Penalties Remain Unsettled As Contract Cancellations Stand, DOE Says

The DOE affirms its decision against Solar Philippines, citing unpaid P24-billion penalties and cancelled renewable energy commitments.
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Subsidized but Struggling: The Mounting Cost of Ailing Electric Cooperatives
  • February 20, 2026

Subsidized but Struggling: The Mounting Cost of Ailing Electric Cooperatives

Subsidized but Struggling. Billions in public loans prop up struggling Electric Cooperatives. Are taxpayers funding inefficiency instead of reliable power reform?
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Electric Cooperatives and the Power Issues Stalling Mindanao’s Growth
  • February 6, 2026

Electric Cooperatives and the Power Issues Stalling Mindanao’s Growth (2026 Update)

A closer look at Mindanao’s electric cooperatives reveals deep flaws in reliability, finances, and governance that continue to stall regional growth.
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Davao Light vs NORDECO: A Long-Awaited Power Shift Promises Reliable Service for Consumers
  • January 30, 2026

Davao Light vs NORDECO: A Long-Awaited Power Shift Promises Reliable Service for Consumers

The Davao electricity dispute heats up as Davao Light expands, promising better service amid NORDECO’s ongoing legal challenges.
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ERC Confirms Davao Lights Provisional Authority As Nordeco Urges Consumers To Stay
  • January 29, 2026

ERC Confirms Davao Lights Provisional Authority As Nordeco Urges Consumers To Stay

The franchise dispute between Davao Light and Power Co. and the Northern Davao Electric Cooperative continues to unfold, as regulators clarify the scope of provisional authority while legal and...
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Consumer Advocates Demand Accounting Of Nordeco’s WESM Obligations
  • 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.
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Siargao’s Power Crisis: Urgent Reforms Needed After Another Island-wide Blackout
  • 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.
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Consumer Group Raises Alarm Over Alleged NORDECO Lease Deal
  • 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.
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