Energy & Mining
PCC flags power retail competition roadblock
Competition watchdogs are stepping up scrutiny of the Philippines’ retail electricity market after a new study found that market concentration, customer inertia, and structural barriers continue to limit competition despite ongoing power sector reforms.
Raslag secures ERC compliance for Pampanga solar plant
Local renewable energy firm Raslag Corp. has obtained a Certificate of Compliance from the Energy Regulatory Commission for its 36.646-megawatt solar facility in Magalang, Pampanga. Though it began operating in October 2024, the COC formally registers the plant and confirms it meets all regulatory requirements, granting it associated rights and privileges.
German firm secures P12.6B funding for Surigao solar-battery project
German renewable energy developer ib vogt has secured up to P12.6 billion in financing for its 320-megawatt solar and battery storage hybrid facility in...
DOE drafts fuel transition plan to cut reliance on imported fuel
The Department of Energy (DOE) has developed a new mechanism designed to reduce the country’s heavy dependence on imported fuel and petroleum products. Energy Secretary Sharon Garin explained that while the draft is complete, it will first undergo consultations with other government agencies and industry stakeholders before being finalized.
Nickel Asia secures right to operate two Zambales nickel sites
Nickel Asia Corporation (NAC) on Wednesday said that its subsidiary Samar Nickel Mining Resources has signed an operating agreement with San Juanico Resources Corp. The deal gives Samar Nickel the right to manage mineral claims covering roughly 3,432 hectares in Candelaria and Sta. Cruz, Zambales, under MPSA No. 265-2008-III. It remains subject to approval by the Mines and Geosciences Bureau.
