Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM) Archives

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.

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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 6, 2026

WESM Prices Fall In January As Visayas, Mindanao See Major Declines

WESM (Wholesale Electricity Spot Market) power prices dropped 18.6% in January, led by steep declines in the Visayas and Mindanao amid lower nationwide demand.

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.

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 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

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 13, 2026

Power Rates Seen to Rise as WESM Prices Surge in December

Power rates may rise in January as WESM prices surge in Visayas and Mindanao amid higher holiday demand.

November 26, 2025

Voices Rising: Consumers Unite Against Failing Electric Cooperatives

Consumer groups nationwide are raising their voices against electric cooperatives, urging reforms for fair rates, better service, and consistent, reliable power.

November 6, 2025

Davao Provinces Struggle Without Reliable, Affordable Power

With SC and ERC delaying action on Davao Light’s expansion, many Davao areas continue to suffer from unstable and unreliable power supply.