Northern Davao Electric Cooperative (Nordeco) Archives

January 30, 2026

Davao Light vs NORDECO: A Long-Awaited Power Shift Promises Reliable Service for Consumers

The Davao electricity dispute heats up as Davao Light expands, promising better service amid NORDECO’s ongoing legal challenges.

January 27, 2026

Consumer Advocates Demand Accounting Of Nordeco’s WESM Obligations

Consumer group Partners for Affordable & Reliable Energy (PARE) urges clarity on Nordeco’s WESM status, citing consumer risks, power outages, and the need for regulator intervention.

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.

January 19, 2026

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.

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.

December 16, 2025

Tagum Businesses Eye Stronger Investment Climate With Davao Light’s Power Transition

Tagum City’s business sector embraces Davao Light’s entry, foreseeing reliable power and enhanced investor confidence in the region.

December 10, 2025

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...

December 5, 2025

Tourists Flee as Samal Plunges Into Darkness

Samal drew over 276,000 tourists from January to August 2025, but unreliable power keeps the numbers from rising and leaves local businesses struggling.

October 8, 2025

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.