The Philippines receives an average of 5 kWh/m2 of irradiance, or solar power. Being a tropical country means it is able to receive more sunlight, which is now becoming a form...
The net metering program of the Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) continues to see a seven percent increase in installations due to the lower cost of electricity and solar panels, a Meralco official...
The demand for energy increases as the world’s population swells. Although there are various energy sources available, the idea of sustainable energy has been making rounds. Sustainable energy is usually long-lasting, can...
For many years, the Philippines has solely relied on imported oil and coal-fired power plants for energy. This has not only driven up electricity costs, but also our dependency to other countries....
The Department of Energy (DOE) released yesterday the drafted rules on the renewable portfolio standards (RPS), which orders power industry players to produce a part of their supply from renewable energy (RE)...
The Department of Energy (DOE) has exceeded the allocated 500-MW capacity for the Feed-in-Tariff (FIT) set by the government after endorsing 17 new solar power projects on the second round of FIT. The...
The Department of Energy (DOE) has engaged the University of the Philippines to conduct studies on the new plans for biodiesel oil that can benefit both coconut farmers and consumers. Secretary Zenaida...
Twelve companies in Central Luzon have chosen AboitizPower for operational support under the retail competition and open access scheme (RCOA). Under the RCOA, end-users who are part of the contestable market can...
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) and the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to launch campaigns for consumer education about the electric power...
Australia-listed Otto Energy Investments Ltd., who has been operating in the Philippines for 10 years, has announced its plans to pull out of its interest in a Northern Palawan gas field after...
