Regulation

Meralco Refund Update: What Consumers Need to Know

A recent Manila Standard opinion piece addressed two key issues concerning Meralco. The first was
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How Effective Are Electric Cooperatives?

Electric cooperatives in the Philippines were established to expand rural electrification and drive economic growth.
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The Power of Competition Ensuring Affordable and Reliable Energy

In his opinion piece, journalist Jake Maderazo highlighted how market competition benefits consumers by driving
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EPIRA Reforms Will They Deliver Affordable and Reliable Power

Amid ongoing concerns over high electricity costs and inefficiencies in the power sector, the Energy
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RCOA energy customers save P18.57B in 2024

In 2024, energy consumers collectively saved an estimated P18.57 billion with the Retail Competition and
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Should the Philippines Phase Out Coal?

The Philippines is highly vulnerable to natural disasters, with around 60% of its land and
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DOE approves 11 new energy projects for grid impact studies

Last January, the Department of Energy (DOE) endorsed 11 new power generation projects with a
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Senate Approves 25-Year Renewal of Meralco’s Franchise

Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) recently secured Senate approval for a 25-year franchise renewal, with senators
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Electric Cooperatives vs. Private Utilities: Who Really Wins?

The Senate passed Senate Bill 2888 on its third and final reading, permitting Davao Light
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The reality of coal in our energy transition

Progress requires power. To sustain rapid economic growth in the Philippines, we must balance energy
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