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DOE sets December date for offshore wind auction; fuel supply levels updated

The Department of Energy announced Tuesday that the suspension of the fifth Green Energy Auction Program will end in September, with the actual bidding for up to 3,300 megawatts of offshore wind capacity targeted for December 1, 2026.

DOE: Inter-agency talks key to system loss charge removal 

The Department of Energy (DOE) says it will hold a series of meetings with other government bodies to carry out President Marcos’ order to scrap systems loss charges and their corresponding value added tax, a move meant to bring down electricity costs for all consumers.

GSIS eyes zero-interest HMO financing for gov’t workers, launches G-HEALTH program 

The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) has formally launched its G-HEALTH initiative, signing its first agreement with Maxicare Healthcare Corporation to support President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s goal of improving healthcare benefits for state employees.

BFAR steps up danggit or rabbitfish production nationwide

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR), under the Department of Agriculture, is pushing to expand the culture of samaral or siganids, more commonly known as rabbitfish, as a key part of plans to diversify the country’s aquaculture sector and generate more stable livelihoods for fisherfolk and fish farmers. In a statement released Tuesday, the agency noted that samaral is a highly promising species supported by proven farming methods, rising output, and a ready existing market of consumers.

DA steps up fight vs RSSI threatening sugar industry

The Department of Agriculture and the Sugar Regulatory Administration are ramping up efforts to contain an outbreak of the red-striped soft scale insect that endangers sugarcane crops, especially across Negros Island and Western Visayas.

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Philex returns to profit as Padcal rebounds, metals stay strong

Philex Mining Corp. swung back to profitability in the second quarter as its flagship Padcal mine returned to full operating strength after a major rehabilitation, allowing the company to capitalize on still-elevated gold and copper prices.

EU-Philippines partnership boosts trade, investment prospects

The European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP) expects stronger trade and investment flows after the European Union and the Philippines formally elevated their relationship to an Enhanced Partnership, a move that adds momentum to ongoing negotiations for a bilateral free trade agreement.

AC Mobility builds EV ecosystem beyond selling electric cars

AC Mobility is accelerating its electric vehicle ambitions by expanding far beyond car sales, positioning itself as an integrated mobility company that combines charging infrastructure, renewable energy, financing and fleet services to make EV ownership more practical for Filipino consumers.

PHILTOA maps four pillars for Philippine tourism’s future

The Philippine Tour Operators Association (PHILTOA) is reshaping its vision for the country's tourism industry around four priorities—sustainability, digitalization, inclusivity and wellness—as shifting traveler expectations redefine what makes destinations competitive.
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