June 17, 2026
DOE rejects calls to lift coal moratorium
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DOE rejects calls to lift coal moratorium

  • by Rafael Benedicto
  • May 8, 2026

The Department of Energy (DOE) has reaffirmed that the country’s coal moratorium policy remains in effect, saying there is currently no compelling need to lift restrictions on new coal-fired power projects. In...

Meralco revises CSP timelines amidst DOE approval delays
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Meralco revises CSP timelines amidst DOE approval delays

  • by Rafael Benedicto
  • May 6, 2026

Manila Electric Company (Meralco) said it has revised portions of its 2026 Power Supply Procurement Plan (PSPP) after delays in the approval process for several Competitive Selection Processes (CSPs), affecting planned baseload...

DOE supports VAT cut on electricity bills
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DOE supports VAT cut on electricity bills

  • by Rafael Benedicto
  • May 5, 2026

The Department of Energy (DOE) has expressed support for proposals to remove or reduce value-added tax (VAT) on electricity bill components, as part of efforts to ease price costs for consumers. Speaking...