Energy & Mining
DOE certifies 149 major energy projects
The Department of Energy (DOE) has granted Certificates of Energy Projects of National Significance (CEPNS) to 149 energy projects, marking a significant boost to the country’s energy sector from May to December 2024.
PERC secures permits for 33.8 MW solar project in Isabela
Petro Energy Resources Corp. (PERC) on Monday announced that its affiliate, BKS Green Energy Corp., has received the transmission connection approval from the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) for its 33.8 MW solar project in Isabela.
DOE finalizing loan to boost geothermal, eyes PSH growth
The Department of Energy (DOE) is nearing the completion of a loan agreement from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to fund a geothermal de-risking program, crucial for attracting both public and private investments in renewable energy (RE).
Manila Water pioneers retail aggregation program for power supply choice
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) said the Manila Water Co., Inc. has become the first company to switch its facilities to the contestable market under the expanded Retail Aggregation Program (RAP).
PSALM corporate life extension enables rehab of Agus-Pulangi hydro complex
The Department of Energy (DOE) on Sunday said the recent extension of the Power Sector Assets and Liabilities Management Corp. (PSALM) corporate life will pave the way for the government to begin the rehabilitation of the Agus-Pulangi hydro power complex in Mindanao.
