National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) Archives

July 8, 2026

Grid Modernization Becomes Critical Bottleneck in Energy Transition as Electric Cooperatives Struggle

Grid and infrastructure upgrades are vital for the energy transition, but many electric cooperatives face challenges in modernizing power distribution systems.

July 1, 2026

Davao Del Norte Consumers Pin Hopes On Davao Light As Power Transition Unfolds

Davao Light's takeover in Davao Norte raises hopes for improved electricity service, even as competing billing claims create uncertainty.

June 10, 2026

Strong Earthquake Tests Resilience Of Mindanao’s Energy Infrastructure

The DOE and NGCP are assessing energy infrastructure damage and restoring power services after a magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck Mindanao.

May 26, 2026

When Transmission Fails: Red Alerts Expose the Fragility of the Grid

Recent red alerts in Luzon and Visayas exposed the fragility of the Philippine grid and renewed scrutiny on NGCP and transmission failures.

May 26, 2026

Government Tightens Oversight Of NGCP Following Major Transmission Line Trippings

President Marcos orders NGCP to restore key transmission lines as Congress probes grid failures behind widespread Luzon brownouts.

May 24, 2026

Davao Households To Save On Electricity Bills As ERC Halts Renewable Energy Charge

Davao Light reduced residential electricity rates to P10.35/kWh for May 2026 due to lower transmission charges and suspended GEA fees.

April 29, 2026

The Hidden Charge on Every Electric Bill Hurting Filipino Families

Why Filipino electric bills keep rising: diesel dependence, hidden subsidies, blackout risks, and the smart hybrid energy fix the country needs now.

February 24, 2026

PH Sets the Stage for GEA Rounds, Deepening Clean Energy Investment and Innovation

The Philippines advances GEA-7 with rooftop solar and battery energy storage systems, strengthening clean energy investment.

January 22, 2026

Davao City Power Rates Surge Despite Lower Transmission Charges

Power bills in Davao City surge as volatile market prices and renewable energy charges outweigh lower transmission rates from NGCP.

December 29, 2025

Davao Light Gears Up to Serve Expanded Franchise Area Despite NORDECO Resistance

Davao Light pushes forward with RA 12144 franchise expansion in Davao del Norte, promising lower electricity rates amid NORDECO’s continued protests.