Energy & Mining
P14.36B wind project in Bohol up for public review
A proposed P14.36-billion wind power project in Valencia, Bohol will undergo public scoping in February, according to the Environmental Management Bureau of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
ERC allows P31.34B recovery from terminated Meralco contracts
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) approved the recovery of P31.34 billion by four power generation companies following the termination of five power supply agreements (PSAs) with Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) due to a change in circumstances.
DOE partners with Iloilo, Bacolod for solar energy in public buildings
The Department of Energy (DOE) has signed separate agreements with the Provincial Government of Iloilo and the City Government of Bacolod to promote solar power use and energy efficiency in public buildings.
Alternergy secures GEA awards, fast-tracks expansion
Renewable power pioneer Alternergy Holdings Corp. has cleared a major regulatory hurdle after receiving all five Certificates of Award from the Department of Energy for the projects it won under the Green Energy Auction 4 program.
Cuyapo farmers cut costs, boost harvests with solar irrigation
Farmers in Cuyapo, Nueva Ecija are seeing immediate relief from high fuel costs and water shortages after receiving a solar-powered mobile irrigation system from Manila Electric Company (Meralco). The project helps farmers water their fields without using diesel, improving harvest quality and lowering expenses.
