Energy & Mining
Prices slash across all fuels; PH plans regional reserves with Japan’s help
The Department of Energy (DOE) confirmed this week will see broad price rollbacks, with reductions starting at P4.76 per liter for gasoline, P9.26 for diesel, and P10.86 for kerosene.
Nordeco elevates franchise dispute to Supreme Court, challenges private takeover
Northern Davao Electric Cooperative Inc. (Nordeco) has brought its legal battle over power distribution rights to the Supreme Court, seeking clarification and review of rulings that allow it to operate alongside Davao Light and Power Co.
Renewable energy firm acquires Visayas hydropower asset
Repower Energy Development Corp. is expanding its hydropower portfolio through the acquisition of a stake in Taft Hydroenergy Corp., owner of the 15.93-megawatt Tubig Hydropower Plant in the Visayas.
P15.66-billion solar project in Surigao del Sur set for public consult
A proposed P15.66 billion solar power facility in Barobo, Surigao del Sur will undergo public scoping on June 9, 2026, as announced by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources–Environmental Management Bureau (DENR-EMB). Developer Apolaki Four Inc. will present project details to the community and stakeholders during the consultation.
LPG stockpile arrives in Batangas, securing supply
The Philippine National Oil Company (PNOC) confirmed that the 21,000 metric ton liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) procured by the government arrived last Saturday at the South Pacific Inc. Terminal in Calaca, Batangas, for storage at the CISC Industrial Park. Sourced from Enterprise Port in Texas, USA, and secured through Trafigura Pte. Ltd. last April 2026, the shipment contains equal parts propane and butane.
