Energy sector cheers Marcos Jr.’s prompt ERC appointments
The energy sector has expressed optimism following President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s swift move to resolve the leadership gap at the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC), a critical regulatory body overseeing electricity pricing and industry practices.
NAIA flooding eased by massive SMC-led river rehabilitation
A joint river rehabilitation initiative by San Miguel Corp. (SMC) and the New NAIA Infrastructure Corp. (NNIC) is significantly easing flooding in areas around the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) and parts of Paranaque City, offering both environmental and public benefits.
Paterno elevated to PSC chairman
Philippine Seven Corp. (PSC), the exclusive licensee of 7-Eleven in the Philippines, has named Jose Victor Paterno as chairman of the board, marking a significant leadership shift with both corporate and strategic implications.
PCIC pilots AI-backed insurance to speed up typhoon relief
The Philippine Crop Insurance Corp. (PCIC) is set to pilot a technology-driven insurance program aimed at expediting claims processing for rice farmers impacted by typhoons, starting with the 2025 wet cropping season.
Fourth GEA iteration draws 230+ bids for 10,653 MW in renewable projects
A total of 142 renewable energy (RE) companies have qualified under the fourth iteration of the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Green Energy Auction (GEA4), submitting over 230 project bids targeting 10,653 MW of capacity.
