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September 10, 2026

DOE Bares Alleged Scheme Behind Stalled Leviste Renewable Energy Projects

The DOE filed a supplemental estafa complaint against Rep. Leandro Leviste over alleged deception in securing 1,380 MW of renewable energy awards.

September 2, 2026

Davao Light Promised Cheaper Power. Will It Deliver?

Davao Light vowed reliable, affordable electricity for former Nordeco areas. But are consumers finally getting what they were promised?

August 19, 2026

BARMM’s Energy Future Gains Momentum With Landmark DOE Partnership

DOE and BARMM deepen cooperation on petroleum, native hydrogen, renewable energy and electrification to strengthen regional energy security.

August 14, 2026

Is System Loss Really to Blame for Your High Electricity Bill?

Marcos vowed to scrap system loss charges. But experts say the real drivers of high electricity costs lie elsewhere.

August 14, 2026

High Demand Triggers First Mindanao Red Alert Of The Year

High forecast demand triggered Mindanao’s first red alert of the year, putting additional pressure on the already tight Visayas power grid.

August 8, 2026

Consumer Groups, Electric Cooperatives Call For Balanced Reforms On System Loss Charges

The Davao Consumers Movement and Philreca call for balanced reforms, saying scrapping system loss charges should come with broader policy changes to ensure lasting consumer relief.

July 22, 2026

DOE Steps Up Mindanao Electrification As Household Power Access Reaches 94.9%

The DOE is prioritizing Mindanao in its push to achieve full household electrification by 2028 through off-grid and renewable energy solutions.

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 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.

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).