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October 23, 2026

Super El Niño Puts Mindanao’s Hydropower at Risk, Exposing Urgent Need for Energy Diversity

With Super El Niño looming, Mindanao’s hydropower is at risk, highlighting the need for energy diversity and proactive planning to secure power and limit impacts.

October 9, 2026

Leviste Arrest Warrant Deepens Scrutiny Over Solar Ventures

A Makati court has issued an arrest warrant for Rep. Leandro Leviste over an alleged Public Service Act violation linked to Solar Para sa Bayan’s franchise.

October 6, 2026

The Public Cost Of Keeping Financially Failing ECs Afloat

Financially struggling electric cooperatives highlight the cost of weak management, poor service, and a system where the public may ultimately bear the burden.

September 30, 2026

Promised Power, Missing Megawatts: The Leviste Solar Scandal and the Power Alerts

Leandro Leviste’s undelivered solar projects matter beyond the scandal. They come into focus as the country faces power alerts and a growing supply crunch.

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.