Energy & Mining
DOE to decide on Semirara’s bid to extend coal mining contract
The Department of Energy (DOE) will decide within the first quarter whether to grant Semirara Mining and Power Corp. (SMPC) a 13-year extension of its coal operating contract in Semirara Island, Antique.
SMC power unit to issue up to $300M in capital securities
San Miguel Corp.’s power generation arm, San Miguel Global Power Holdings Corp., has approved the issuance of up to $300 million worth of senior perpetual capital securities.
Transmission charges dip in January bills, helping homes and businesses
Electricity consumers will pay slightly lower transmission charges in their January 2026 power bills, the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) said.
Philippines courts UAE energy, data capital
The Philippines is courting fresh capital from the United Arab Emirates, sharpening its pitch around energy security and digital infrastructure as talks advance with two heavyweight Emirati groups.
DOE to collect up to P24B in bonds, penalties from Leviste-linked solar firm
The Department of Energy (DOE) said it will collect up to P24 billion in performance bonds and other financial and technical obligations from Solar Philippines Power Project Holdings Inc., a company founded by Batangas Rep. Leandro Leviste.
