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?
Davao Consumer Group Presses Davao Light On Long-Term Supply As Rates Surge
Davao Light faces calls for a stronger long-term power supply strategy as it expands its network across Davao del Norte and other areas.
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 Rules Out Franchise Expansion As Cause of Higher Electricity Bills
Davao Light denies that its franchise expansion caused higher power rates, citing tighter electricity supply, WESM prices, and generation costs instead.
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.
Davao Light Begins Sole Operations In Expanded Franchise Areas After ERC Order
Power distribution shifts to Davao Light in parts of Davao del Norte and Samal following an ERC directive aimed at preventing consumer confusion and double billing.
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).
Power Struggle In Davao Del Norte Leaves Consumers Seeking Answers
Nordeco and Davao Light continue to dispute operational control in Davao del Norte, leaving consumers uncertain about billing and services.
New Power Shifts Reshape the Future for Mindanao Electric Cooperatives
Mindanao’s power sector shifts highlight EC challenges, private partnerships, and the urgent need for reliable electricity to support growth and stability.
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.