Energy & Mining
EDC eyes 13.5 MW boost for Negros geothermal plant
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has scheduled a public scoping on 23 July 2025 for the proposed 13.5 MW expansion of the Palinpinon 1 geothermal plant in Valencia, Negros Oriental.
Space tech to aid power delivery in remote PH areas
The National Power Corp. (NPC) has signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) with the Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) to harness space technology for managing and monitoring off-grid power systems across the country.
NexGen outlines clean energy push after IPO year
NexGen Energy Corp., a publicly listed renewable energy firm helping accelerate the country's clean energy transition, outlined its strategic measures to ensure sustainable growth during its 2025 annual stockholders’ meeting on 7 July.
DOE reaffirms energy stability drive for off-grid islands
The Department of Energy (DOE) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring stable fuel and power supply across the country, with particular focus on off-grid and island communities.
Hydrogen exploration kicks off in clean energy push
The Department of Energy (DOE) has conducted a reconnaissance survey in Zambales and Pangasinan preparatory to crafting the country’s first native hydrogen exploration service contracts. The effort is a critical step in positioning hydrogen as a resource in the country’s clean energy transition, particularly through co-firing with natural gas to reduce emissions.
