The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has approved Northern Palawan Power Generation Corp.’s plan to build and operate a P1.05-billion point-to-point transmission line for its 145-megawatt Cawag solar project in the Subic Bay Freeport Zone.

The Department of Energy (DOE) says two of three priority ports identified for offshore wind (OSW) development could be ready for use by early 2027.

The Department of Transportation announced Monday that the LRT-2 will extend its operating hours from December 9 to 30 to accommodate late-night commuters during the holiday rush, following President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s directive to keep rail lines open longer this Christmas season.