Did NORDECO Deserve to Lose Its Franchise Areas to Davao Light?
NORDECO continues expanding electricity access despite losing franchise areas to Davao Light. But was the decision justified?
Davao Light Expansion Gains Court Support, Strengthens Samal Power Supply
Court rulings cleared Davao Light’s expansion into key Davao del Norte areas, enabling full takeover of Nordeco-operated power assets.
DCM Claims Nordeco Pullout Left Critical Assets Missing, Complicating Takeover
DCM flags missing equipment after Nordeco’s exit, warning of risks to service reliability as Davao Light begins Tagum takeover.
Nordeco Faces Calls For Greater Transparency As Power Rates Spike In January 2026
A Davao consumer group urges Nordeco to regularly publish and explain power rates following a sharp increase in January 2026 electricity bills.
High Bills, Weak Service: The Electric Cooperative Problem
Despite promises of lower costs, the Philippines faces grid instability, hidden expenses, and economic risks in its push for an energy transition that may not deliver savings. High Bills,...
Consumers Feel Impact of January Power Rate Increase In Davao
Consumer advocates sound the alarm over higher January electricity bills in Davao following a ₱2/kWh rate increase.
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.
Consumers Demand Faster Davao Light Expansion
Consumers call for a faster process to allow Davao Light to take over Nordeco’s franchise areas and improve power reliability.
Consumers Hail ERC Hearing as Turning Point for Davao’s Power Future
The Davao Consumer Movement welcomes the Energy Regulatory Commission’s latest hearing on Davao Light’s franchise expansion, calling it a vital step toward reliable and affordable power for Davao del...
Nordeco’s Samal Submarine Cable: A 6-Year Promise Still Out of Reach
Nordeco’s Samal Submarine Cable, launched in 2021, remains unfinished amid controversy over an alleged ₱1B loan.