Energy
Public scoping set for P261.7-B Apayao Pumped-Storage Hydro Project
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), through its Environmental Management Bureau (EMB), has scheduled a public scoping on 29 April for the proposed P261.7-billion Maton pumped-storage hydropower project (PSHPP) in Pudtol, Apayao.
Meralco upgrades Quezon substation to support growing power demand
The Manila Electric Company (Meralco) has energized a newly upgraded Tayabas Delivery Point Substation, tripling its capacity from 100 megavolt-amperes (MVA) to 300 MVA.
Meralco rejects DOE claim vs its delayed power supply deal
The Manila Electric Co. (Meralco), the country’s largest power distributor, pushed back against claims by the Department of Energy (DOE) that its delayed power supply agreement (PSA) is contributing to high electricity prices, calling the accusations “false and misleading.”
NGCP disconnects TPVI Naga power plants from grid
Aboitiz Power Corp. said Wednesday that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Therma Power-Visayas, Inc. (TPVI), received confirmation from the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) regarding the disconnection of its power assets in Naga City, Cebu.
President Marcos extends Meralco franchise through 2050
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has signed into law a measure extending the franchise of Manila Electric Co. (Meralco), the country’s largest power distributor by sales and footprint, for another 25 years through 2050, Malacañan announced Tuesday.
