Energy & Mining
DOE hikes benefits for host communities of power projects under new circular
The Department of Energy (DOE) announced that starting January 2026, communities hosting power projects will receive higher financial benefits under the Energy Regulation (ER) 1-94 program.
Meralco, Itron team up for smart grid
Manila Electric Co. (Meralco), the country’s largest private power distributor, has partnered with US-based Itron Inc. to accelerate its smart grid modernization program and support the Philippines’ digital and sustainable energy transition.
Aviation giants back green fuel with major investment
Airbus and the Cathay Group have announced a joint investment of up to US$70 million to support the growth of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production across Asia and globally.
EDC plans 2029 decommissioning of Leyte Geothermal Plant
The Energy Development Corp. (EDC) is set to begin the phased decommissioning of its 129-megawatt (MW) Upper Mahiao geothermal power plant in Leyte, citing the facility’s declining technical viability and end of economic life.
NexGen unit gets green light for Laguna floating solar project
Local renewable energy firm NexGen Energy Corp., through its unit 5hour Peak Energy Corp., has secured a certificate of authority (COA) from the Department of Energy to pursue a floating solar power project in Caliraya Lake, Laguna.
