Welcome to Energy Trailblazers, a dynamic new section by Power Philippines dedicated to sparking innovation and dialogue in the energy sector. Here, we showcase insightful articles, interviews, and opinions from visionaries, experts, and pioneers shaping the future of power in the Philippines and beyond. From renewable energy breakthroughs to policy perspectives, this platform amplifies bold ideas and practical solutions to drive a sustainable, electrified tomorrow. Join us in exploring the minds powering progress.
By John Knorring, CEO of Green Tiger Markets – March 2026 The Iran conflict is tightening global energy markets and will put upward pressure on Philippine fuel and power prices, making it...
By Colin Steley, Founder and Chief Sustainability Officer – Stratcon Power Services Philippines Inc. The classic Energy Service Company (ESCO) model is simple: audit a facility, design an intervention, finance the capex,...
by Carlos Korten, Green Tiger Markets February 2, 2026 Not Just Good Friday Anymore Green Tiger Markets has been monitoring the escalating risk of negative midday prices in the wholesale electricity market,...
By Jose M Layug Jr., Senior Partner at DivinaLaw Since Republic Act No. 9003, namely, the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000 (Solid Waste Act) took effect, the Philippines has failed to efficiently...
by Philipp Egli (Research Lead, Wider Asia, Aurora Energy Research) A nation steps into offshore wind with high hopes and high stakes When the Philippine government officially launched its inaugural offshore wind...
The Philippines can tame power-price surges by embracing forward hedging. By John Knorring, CEO Green Tiger Markets The monthly jolt Filipino households know the feeling: a bill arrives fattened by a heatwave...
Latest development on Green Energy Auction Program Round 4 (GEA-4) by Aurora Energy Research The fourth round of the Philippines’ Green Energy Auction (GEA‑4) was formally announced in March 2025, with its...
By Bart le Blanc and Daan Goedemoed In recent years, a growing number of Philippine energy companies — from electricity and water providers to port and infrastructure operators — have begun exploring...
By Tyler Roney, DIalogue Earth editor This article was originally published on Dialogue Earth. Dialogue Earth talks to Matthew David Wittenstein of the UN ESCAP about how regional power connectivity can move...
By Nithin Coca This article was originally published on July 23, 2025 at Dialogue Earth. The surge in long-term liquefied natural gas contracts from China is sustaining regional production and prolonging fossil...
