renewable energy Archives - Balitang-Mindanao

March 14, 2026

Global Energy in Transition: The 2026 Iran War and the Philippine Energy Crisis

The 2026 Iran War has triggered record fuel price hikes. Explore the conflict's impact on the Philippines' strategy for energy security.

March 3, 2026

Scientists Identify Breakthrough Potential For Ocean Renewable Energy In Southern Philippine Sea

UP-led marine study finds prime ocean renewable energy conditions in the southern part of the Philippine Sea.

February 25, 2026

Mindanao Brightens Its Future: Racing Toward a 50-50 Renewable Energy Mix by 2030

Mindanao aims for a 50-50 renewable-to-fossil energy mix by 2030, fast-tracking clean projects, while boosting jobs and reliability.

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.

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February 17, 2026

Philippines’ Green Energy Drive Gains Ground, but Key Bottlenecks Persist

The Philippines accelerates its renewable energy push, yet grid gaps, financing hurdles, and regulatory delays slow the Green energy transition.

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...

January 26, 2026

Solar Philippines’ Projects Could Have Cut Electricity Price By Half, Says DOE

Solar project failures kept electricity prices high, according to the DOE, as unmet RE commitments reveal deeper issues in enforcing renewable energy accountability in the country.

January 23, 2026

Why Coal Still Matters for Energy Security and Affordable Electricity

Coal remains central to energy security and affordable electricity in the Philippines and worldwide, balancing reliability and cost as demand grows.

January 23, 2026

More Cooperatives Tap NEA Loans As Electrification Drive Accelerates

The National Electrification Administration (NEA) released ₱2.8 billion in loans to 45 electric cooperatives, boosting rural electrification and supporting power distribution upgrades nationwide.

January 22, 2026

The Philippines’ Energy Wake-Up Call from Its Southeast Asian Neighbors

The Philippines faces high power costs and frequent outages, while its ASEAN neighbors keep electricity affordable through pragmatic policies.