Energy & Mining
First Gen: New hydro projects to deliver P16B annual income by 2031
First Gen Corp. expects its upcoming hydro power projects to generate roughly P16 billion in net income annually once fully operational by 2031.
Rooftop solar payback period shortens sharply – report
The payback time for rooftop solar systems in the Philippines has dropped significantly as electricity prices rise and panel costs fall, making the technology far more attractive to users, according to global energy think tank Ember.
Filipinos Turn to Solar as Power Costs Surge
Interest in solar energy is accelerating across the Philippines as households grapple with rising electricity prices and an increasingly unreliable power grid, according to a new nationwide survey.
PLDT Home eyes groundbreaking internet-solar bundle for households
PLDT Home is set to introduce a first-of-its-kind service in the Philippines, exploring a partnership with a major solar energy firm to offer high-speed internet and solar power solutions in one package.
Aboitiz, DOE, NPC join forces for nuclear site studies
The Department of Energy (DOE) confirmed having signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Aboitiz Power Corp. and the National Power Corp. (NPC) to conduct comprehensive studies on potential nuclear power plant sites across the Philippines, including the Bataan Nuclear Power Plant (BNPP).
