The Clark Development Corp. (CDC) expects to surpass its P12.35-billion investment target for 2026, buoyed by strong early commitments and sustained investor interest, a senior official said.
The Governance Commission for GOCCs or GCG said on Wednesday it is working to resolve issues raised under the Compensation and Position Classification System for those working in government-owned and controlled corporations, particularly concerns underscored by Clark Development Corp.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. highlighted major energy reforms during his State of the Nation Address, focusing on adopting nuclear energy and removing system loss charges from electricity bills.
ACEN Corporation is developing Zambales into one of the country’s largest renewable energy hubs, with nearly one gigawatt of solar and battery storage capacity. Once fully operational, these projects will generate enough clean power for 340,000 households and cut fossil fuel dependence. Around 450 megawatts are already running, with the rest set to be finished by 2027, alongside new battery systems to ensure steady power supply and grid stability.
Members of the South Cotabato II Electric Cooperative (Socoteco II) have voiced strong support for a proposed partnership with IGNITE Power aimed at upgrading power services across the region, officials confirmed.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday called for an immediate overhaul of the Electric Power Industry Reform Act (EPIRA), making lower electricity prices a centerpiece of his energy agenda while betting on natural gas, hydrogen and nuclear power to strengthen the country's long-term energy security.