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M. Manila power rates up for third consecutive month

Power rates in Metro Manila will go up for the third consecutive month this January, mainly due to a higher generation charge and the...

DA revives advisory groups to monitor poultry, livestock volume and price

The Department of Agriculture's (DA) re-composition of a price and volume watch committee and advisory groups for livestock and poultry is a good start...

7M Metro Manila residents unaware of free septic tank desludging services

The Regulatory Office (RO) of the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) laments the number of Metro Manila residents remaining unaware that a good portion of their monthly water bill includes the desludging of septic tanks free of charge.

Global water activist cites perils of ignoring sustainable farming goals in Phl

The government drive to make the agriculture sector a key economic driver in the years forward is at peril unless sustainable farming is adopted as a matter of policy.

Regulator extends partial and conditional rate hike for Maynilad

Maynilad Water Services, Inc. (Maynilad) has been allowed to increase the tariff it charges customers but only as this relates to inflation and not the entire price adjustment mechanism, regulators said on Friday.

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Maynilad cuts water rates starting July; Manila Water fees unchanges

Starting July 1, 2026, Maynilad customers will see slightly lower monthly water bills, while rates for Manila Water subscribers will stay the same, according to the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System-Regulatory Office (MWSS-RO).

AirAsia risks full grounding unless full payment made by 6 June

The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has set a final deadline of 6 June, 2026, for AirAsia Philippines to clear its unpaid financial dues, warning that failure to comply will result in a full shutdown of its operations.

Aboitiz InfraCapital courts Japanese investor for expansion

Aboitiz InfraCapital (AIC) is looking to deepen ties with Japan’s biggest corporations and financial institutions as it pursues fresh investments and strategic partnerships to fuel the next phase of its infrastructure expansion.

DOE eyes faster permits as EV demand accelerates

The Department of Energy (DOE) is moving to cut red tape for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, pushing for a joint memorandum circular with key government agencies to dramatically shorten permitting timelines as EV adoption gains momentum nationwide.
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