Energy & Mining
Meralco champions audit innovation at ASEAN Power Summit
At the 2025 Heads of ASEAN Power Utilities/Authorities (HAPUA) Internal Audit Summit, the Manuel V. Pangilinan-led Manila Electric Company (Meralco) highlighted the growing strategic and commercial significance of internal audit in driving innovation and operational transformation in the power sector.
KCC Malls, Biotech Farms Ink 8.4 MW Solar PPA with Berde Renewables
Berde Renewables Inc., a local renewable energy firm backed by global infrastructure investor I Squared Capital, has signed an 8.4-megawatt (MW) solar power purchase agreement (PPA) with KCC Malls and Biotech Farms, marking a significant step in commercial decarbonization and regional energy resilience.
ACEN expands global renewable push, eyes projects outside PH
Ayala-led ACEN Corp. is ramping up its international renewable energy investments, with a strategic focus on Australia, Vietnam, and Lao PDR, as part of its corporate goal to grow clean energy capacity and enhance its global commercial footprint.
Fuel price hikes set this week
Motorists and businesses should brace for another round of fuel price increases this Tuesday, with Jetti Petroleum Inc. projecting hikes of P0.60 to P0.80 per liter for gasoline and P0.30 to P0.50 per liter for diesel. Kerosene is also expected to rise by around P0.10 per liter, according to the Department of Energy (DOE).
Meralco on standby as Tropical Depression Isang nears
The Manila Electric Company (Meralco) on Friday announced its full readiness to respond to potential power-related issues brought about by Tropical Depression Isang.
