DOE backs major renewable energy plans in Agusan del Norte
The Department of Energy (DOE) is supporting several key energy initiatives in Agusan del Norte as the province seeks greater energy self-sufficiency. Already achieving 100 percent household electrification, the province plans to install solar rooftop systems on government buildings, hospitals, and key facilities.
Negros Power signs 20 MW supply pact with Aboitiz Power
Negros Electric and Power Corp. (Negros Power) has secured a 20-megawatt (MW) power supply agreement (PSA) with Aboitiz Power Corp. The deal, signed on November 13, aims to provide Central Negros with a more stable, sustainable, and cost-efficient electricity supply.
Typhoons ravage farms, but gov’t maintains 70-day rice buffer for 2026
Agricultural losses from Typhoons Uwan and Tino have surged past ₱4.14 billion, with assessments still ongoing, according to the Department of Agriculture (DA). Uwan caused the bulk of the damage at ₱3.17 billion, battering over 34,000 farmers and nearly 26,000 hectares of farmland. High-value crops—vegetables, spices, fruits, legumes, root crops, coffee, and cacao—sustained ₱1.52 billion in losses, while rice farms accounted for ₱1.47 billion across multiple regions in Luzon and Eastern Visayas.
PH, South Korea sign deal protecting Filipino seasonal farm workers
The Philippines and South Korea have signed a new agreement to strengthen protections and opportunities for Filipino seasonal farm workers.
PH remains key global source of skilled seafarers
ATPI, a global marine travel and logistics company, said the Philippines continues to be one of its most important crew source markets, citing the country’s large pool of highly skilled, English-proficient seafarers.
