PCCI back pragmatic review of coal moratorium
The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) on Wednesday threw its support behind a government review of the country’s moratorium on new coal-fired power plants, calling the move a “pragmatic” response to intensifying energy security risks.
ADB chief Masato Kanda announces bid for second term
Masato Kanda, president of the Asian Development Bank, announced he will run for reelection when his current term ends on November 23, 2026.
Ortigas Land, AUSI partner for solar power at GH Mall
Ortigas Land Corporation has partnered with Advent Upgrade Solar Inc. (AUSI), a joint venture of Aboitiz Power Distributed Renewables, Inc. and Upgrade Energy Philippines, to install a 1,587.20 kilowatt-peak solar power system for GH Mall.
BCDA, K-Water eye smart village in Clark
State-run Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) has partnered with South Korea’s Korea Water Resources Corp. to explore building a “smart village” in New Clark City, marking a fresh push to develop climate-resilient, technology-driven communities in the Philippines.
Villa Escudero enters retail and commercial development with new mixed-use hub in Quezon
Villa Escudero Corp., the company behind the well-known tourist destination in Tiaong, Quezon, has started building its first major commercial and retail project as it expands into property development.
