The Energy Regulatory Commission last March announced a possible electricity rate hike in April due to the effects of summer and high oil prices. However, the Department of Energy said it is taking measures to prevent excessive increases in consumers’ electric bills.

Transmission development timelines, which can stretch up to a decade, are emerging as a critical constraint on the Philippines’ renewable energy buildout, where wind and solar projects can be completed in as little as one year, according to National Transmission Corporation (TRANSCO).

The Philippines’ offshore wind pipeline has reached over 68 gigawatts (GW) across 90 service contracts, signaling strong investor interest—but officials say the sector’s main challenge has shifted to execution, particularly grid and port readiness.

The Energy Regulatory Commission has announced revised rules governing how power distribution utilities recover local taxes from consumers, tightening transparency requirements and adding safeguards against overcharging.

Citicore Renewable Energy Corporation (CREC) has energized a 69-megawatt peak (MWp) solar facility in Silay City, Negros Occidental, adding new capacity to the Visayas grid ahead of the high-demand summer months.

Power Ai Philippines convened solar technology providers, installers, and industry stakeholders for the National Solar Technology & Service Upgrade Summit on March 27 at the Gallery 7 Design Center in San Juan. The event highlighted emerging technologies, market trends, and service initiatives shaping the country’s solar sector.

The National Electrification Administration (NEA) has installed Nollie B. Alamillo as Executive Officer (EO) of South Cotabato II Electric Cooperative (SOCOTECO II) following audit findings that found financial and operational issues, including around PHP 59 million in revenues that were not returned to consumers.

STATE-RUN National Power Corp. (NPC) is seeking to collect P44.2 billion from on-grid electricity end-users next year, as the current charge is insufficient to sustain operations for missionary electrification amid fuel price spikes.

Manila Electric Company (Meralco) said it is on full operational readiness to ensure stable and uninterrupted electricity service across its franchise area during the Holy Week, a period typically marked by reduced commercial load but heightened residential demand.

The Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) is now running entirely on renewable energy, marking a milestone in sustainable public transport in the Philippines. The terminal now sources 100% of its electricity from geothermal power supplied by First Gen Corporation, ensuring uninterrupted operations even amid evolving national energy conditions.