Author Archives: LM Staff

Power disconnection in storm areas halted

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has issued an advisory directing distribution utilities (DUs) to suspend...

Meralco says rates among lowest in PH

Power retailer Manila Electric Co (Meralco) said Friday its rates are subject to a stringent...

Meralco prepares for new 900-MW supply bidding

POWER retailer Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) is preparing for a new competitive selection process (CSP)...

GWEC investing over P14b in Iloilo wind project

Guimbal Wind Energy Corp. (GWEC) plans to invest up to P14.36 billion in investment for...

EDC eyes up to 120 MW from Mindanao plants

LOPEZ-LED Energy Development Corp. is optimistic about its Mindanao geothermal operations, with plans to add...

MPI plans to expand capacity to 56 MW in Zamboanga

Malita Power Inc. is expanding its power-generating capacity to 56 megawatts in Zamboanga Peninsula with...

Meralco seeks DoE approval for 900-MW baseload procurement

POWER distributor Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) is seeking to procure 900 megawatts (MW) of electricity...

San Miguel seeks to double power plant capacity in Zamboanga

Ramon S. Ang-led San Miguel Global Power Corp. (SMGP) is seeking to expand its gas...

First Gen seeks 15-year extension of supply contract for Sta. Rita gas plant

LOPEZ-LED First Gen Corp. is seeking to extend its power purchase agreement (PPA) with Manila...

New ERC chief vows to be ‘firm but fair’ as term starts

ATTY. Francis Saturnino Juan, the new chairman of the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC), vowed to...