Energy
LPU Batangas, Laguna shift to geothermal power under First Gen deal
The satellite campuses of the Lyceum of the Philippines University (LPU) in Batangas and Laguna have pooled more than 1,150 kilowatts (kW) of electricity demand to secure direct renewable energy supply from First Gen Corporation.
Semirara Mining faces crucial coal contract test
Semirara Mining and Power Corp. (SMPC) is projecting confidence as it braces for a high-stakes government auction that will determine who operates the country’s largest coal mine beyond 2027.
Bataan eyed for major gas power hub under PNOC-BESTC deal
State-run Philippine National Oil Co. (PNOC) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with local firm BERGS Energy Solutions and Technology Corp. (BESTC) to study the feasibility of a large natural gas power project in Bataan.
Meralco, Aboitiz deepen US nuclear push
Energy heavyweights Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) and Aboitiz Power Corp. (AboitizPower) have joined senior US and Philippine officials in accelerating civilian nuclear cooperation, marking a decisive step in Manila’s bid to integrate nuclear energy into its power mix by 2032.
Fuel price rally continues, transport costs seen rising
Fuel prices climbed again this week, marking the sixth straight week of increases for gasoline and the seventh consecutive week for diesel and kerosene in 2026.
