Electric Cooperatives and Public Funds: Is the Return Worth the Cost?
Electric cooperatives face scrutiny over public funding and service reliability, raising questions on value for taxpayers.
When Transmission Fails: Red Alerts Expose the Fragility of the Grid
Recent red alerts in Luzon and Visayas exposed the fragility of the Philippine grid and renewed scrutiny on NGCP and transmission failures.
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.
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.
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.
BARMM’s Energy System Under Pressure and Reform
BARMM has enough fuel for now, but long-term energy challenges persist—a deep dive into its energy system, demand, and path toward sustainability.
Surging Fuel Prices Drive Philippines Toward Risky China Energy Talks
Soaring fuel prices linked to Middle East tensions push Manila toward policy shifts, including possible cooperation with Beijing, China and greater state intervention in the energy sector.
Davao Light Takeover Signals Turning Point For Power-Strained Davao del Norte Communities
Davao Light begins transition in Davao del Norte, offering hope for consistent power after years of grid instability.
Power Shift: Court Clears Path for Davao Light to Power Up Tagum
As Davao Light begins its expansion into Tagum City, we examine the Supreme Court ruling and the future of local power delivery.
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.