Energy & Mining
DOE to release coal transition plan: balancing climate goals and energy security
The Department of Energy (DOE) is set to release a formal coal transition plan, a key policy step that aligns the country’s climate commitments and renewable energy targets while securing stable power supply amid ongoing challenges in the coal sector.
Meralco restores power as Habagat floods disrupt service
Crews of Manila Electric Co., or Meralco, are working round-the-clock to restore electricity in areas hit by heavy rains and flooding from the enhanced southwest monsoon, with around 49,000 customers still experiencing service interruptions as of 4 p.m. Sunday.
Fuel prices set to drop, ending two-week streak of hikes
Motorists can expect relief at the pumps this week as fuel prices are projected to fall on Tuesday, bringing an end to two consecutive weeks of increases.
Alliance Global, First Gen team up for major renewable energy shift
Alliance Global Group, Inc. (AGI) has formalized a partnership with First Gen Group to transition the power supply of its major properties and facilities across the country to renewable energy, marking a key step in the conglomerate’s sustainability and climate goals.
Prayer rally fails to dampen interest re SOCOTECO II-Ignite Power JVA
A prayer rally opposing the proposed joint venture between South Cotabato II Electric Cooperative (SOCOTECO II) and IGNITE Power drew only about 2,000 participants on Saturday, indicating limited resistance to the partnership.
