Department of Energy (DOE) Archives

October 29, 2026

MGEN Eyes Added Capacity As Mindanao Power Demand Rises

Meralco PowerGen Corp. (MGEN) is considering a bid for a 232-MW Mindanao coal plant as electricity demand rises and the government prepares to privatize the facility.

October 14, 2026

Iran War, El Niño, Soaring Prices: Why Coal Matters More Than Ever

As the Philippines advances its renewable energy transition, El Niño and the Iran war underscore coal’s role in keeping electricity affordable and reliable.

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 28, 2026

Mindanao Power Grid Set For 4,580-MW Generation Surge By 2031

Mindanao’s power grid is poised for a 4,580-MW expansion through 2031, led by solar, wind, hydro, and other renewable energy projects.

September 10, 2026

Mindanao Was Supposed to Have Enough Power. So Why Are Alerts Rising?

Mindanao was projected to have enough power in 2026. Why are alerts piling up, and what can be done?

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 7, 2026

Mindanao Power Alerts Raise Fears Of Another Crisis

Recent Red and Yellow Alerts on the Mindanao Grid raise concerns over the region’s ability to meet growing electricity demand.

September 2, 2026

Leviste Further Cuts SPNEC Stake As Scrutiny Over Solar Ventures Intensifies

Batangas Rep. Leandro Leviste further reduced his SPNEC stake after a ₱3-billion share sale as Ombudsman and DOE issues continue.

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?