September 1, 2018

Transmission line that will improve Samar power supply near completion — NGCP

National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) said on Wednesday that it is close to complete the Ormoc-Babatngon 138-kilovolt (kV) line that is aimed to strengthen the transmission of electricity in the Visayas. “This line reinforcement strengthens transmission services in […]
July 9, 2018

ERC preparing for transition after suspension of four commissioners

By Alena Mae S. Flores – July 08, 2018 at 06:55 pm from manilastandard.net The Energy Regulatory Commission is preparing for transition this week after the Office of the President affirmed the suspension of its four commissioners. ERC chairman Agnes […]
July 7, 2018

Meralco raises July electricity rates by P0.3136/kWh

By Alena Mae S. Flores – July 06, 2018 at 08:35 pm from manilastandard.net Manila Electric Co. is increasing power rates by P0.3136 per kilowatt-hour this month on higher generation charges. Meralco said in a statement Friday a typical household […]
June 11, 2018

DOE to adjust power demand growth target

By Myrna M. Velasco – June 10, 2018, 10:00 PM from Manila Bulletin As this year’s peak demand target has already been breached and the Luzon grid frequently teetering into extreme tight reserves, the Department of Energy (DOE) indicated that […]