Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) crews are working around the clock to restore power in communities affected by the enhanced southwest monsoon, with about 18,000 customers still without electricity as of 8 a.m. Tuesday.
Electricity rates for Manila Electric Co. customers will edge lower in August as a P9.5-billion regulatory refund offsets higher transmission, tax, and other pass-through charges.
Electricity bills are climbing again in July as higher fuel costs, tighter power supply and increased taxes combined to drive up power rates, underscoring the Philippines' continued exposure to global energy price swings and supply disruptions.
A South Cotabato regional trial court has dismissed a petition seeking to overturn the South Cotabato Electric Cooperative II (SOCOTECO II) board's rejection of Manila Electric Co.'s proposed joint venture, ruling that the dispute falls under the jurisdiction of the National Electrification Administration (NEA).
The Manila Electric Co. (Meralco), the country’s largest power distributor by sales, has emerged as the leading distribution utility in advancing consumer choice after the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) recognized it for having the largest number of participants in customer choice programs across Luzon.
More than 24 million Filipinos have used their National ID to verify their identities and open GCash accounts, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).
Lopez Inc. is reducing its controlling stake in ABS-CBN Corp., as the media firm secures P6 billion in new equity to rebuild operations and shore up finances after years of losses, the company disclosed to the Philippine Stock Exchange.
Anvaya Cove Golf Course has retained its No. 1 ranking in Southeast Asia and climbed to 15th in Asia, strengthening the Philippines’ pitch for high-value golf tourism while adding prestige to the country’s premium leisure property market.
Evro has surpassed 100,000 users as the digital platform expands its role in connecting Philippine electric vehicle drivers to a growing network of charging stations nationwide.