Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) Archives

May 1, 2026

Filinvest Solar Project In Misamis Clears ERC Hurdle, Set To Boost Mindanao Grid

New Filinvest solar facility in Misamis set for commercial run after ERC nod, enhancing Mindanao’s energy supply stability.

March 24, 2026

Samal’s Grid Transformation Brings Promise and Pushback

A contested power transition unfolds in Samal as Davao Light takes over, balancing improved service with ongoing legal and public concerns.

March 10, 2026

NORDECO Stands Ground In Samal Power Dispute

Nordeco urges Samal consumers to keep paying their power bills to the cooperative as a legal dispute with Davao Light over distribution assets unfolds.

March 3, 2026

Brownouts, Bills, and a Power Struggle: Nordeco in the Spotlight

An in-depth look at Nordeco’s history, achievements, controversies, and the impact of Davao Light’s takeover on consumers and local power.

March 3, 2026

Power Shift in Samal: Island Grid Enters New Phase

After years of crippling outages, Davao Light takes over Samal’s power distribution, launching an upgrade to restore stability and fuel growth.

February 26, 2026

Currents of Progress: ZAMCELCO Sparks Zamboanga’s Rise

ZAMCELCO has boosted power reliability, affordability, and local growth — illuminating the city’s economy and community development.

February 9, 2026

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.

February 9, 2026

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,...

February 9, 2026

Will Renewable Energy Lighten the Load on Filipino Households?

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. Will Renewable...

February 3, 2026

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.