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Philippines struggles to lower rice price despite ample supply

MANILA, Feb. 16 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines continues to struggle to lower the price of rice despite an ample supply of the national staple, a Philippine agriculture official said Friday. Agriculture Undersecretary Roger Navarro said the Philippines has enough rice supply due to a bumper harvest last year and additional importation in January. "But it's difficult to reduce prices since the cost of the gra.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 16th, 2024

Davao Light assured ample power supply despite El Niño

A REPRESENTATIVES from the Davao Light and Power Co., Inc. (Davao Light) said there is enough power supply despite the threat of the El Niño phenomenon......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 11th, 2024

What I Can See and Feel

 I can see the sky getting darker I can hear the gods playing with thunder I can see the wind blowing stronger I can hear the cats meowling, dogs barking harder. I can feel you when you smile and when you cry, inside As you go through life's long and bumpy ride I can see you even when you hide As you lick your wounds, I am by your side. I can see.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsMar 10th, 2024

NGCP, ECCP sign deal to advance renewable energy development

In a landmark move toward fostering innovation and sustainability in the energy landscape of the country, the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines and the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines have inked an agreement to formalize their commitment to mutually advocate the utilization of renewable energy resources in the Philippines to increase the country’s power supply and energy generation......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 18th, 2024

Meralco, DOE urge firms to join ILP to ensure power supply sufficiency

The Manila Electric Company (Meralco) and the Department of Energy (DOE) called on companies to participate in the government's Interruptible Load Program (ILP) to help maintain adequate power supply during the warm and dry season......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 23rd, 2024

Consumers express mixed reactions on slight power rate increase

Consumers of Davao Light and Power Co., Inc. have expressed mixed reactions to a slight increase in the overall power rate starting January 2024. The increase is attributed to higher market prices affecting the generation rate. Noriza Mabanding, a virtual assistant, noted the impact on her energy usage and the need to schedule appliance usage to save energy. Jenalyn Manguiob, a small business owner, expressed dissatisfaction with the increase's effect on her business but acknowledged the global market's influence and the importance of conserving energy. The increase amounts to P0.0774 per kWh, resulting in a minor increase in electricity bills for residential customers......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

Landmark power joint venture to cost $3.3 billion

Energy powerhouses Meralco PowerGen Corp. (MGen), Aboitiz Power Corp. and San Miguel Global Power Holdings Corp. (SMGP) have forged a $3.3-billion deal to help boost the country’s energy security and make affordable power accessible to more consumers......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 4th, 2024

‘SUPPLY NOT CONSISTENT’ | Negros Occidental reports 50% pork supply shortage

‘SUPPLY NOT CONSISTENT’ | Negros Occidental reports 50% pork supply shortage.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 29th, 2024

DOE slates 3rd round of Green Energy Auction

Another round of the Green Energy Auction will be conducted this year as part of the country’s utilization of renewable energy resources and attainment of energy security and reliability, the Department of Energy said......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 13th, 2024

Philippines, Indonesia seek to strengthen cooperation for energy security

MANILA, Jan. 10 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines and Indonesia on Wednesday agreed to strengthen energy cooperation to safeguard energy security. Energy ministers of the two countries signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on energy cooperation at the presidential palace in Manila, where Indonesian President Joko Widodo was received by his Philippine counterpart Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos. Widodo arrived i.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsJan 12th, 2024

PetroWind supplies power to Panay

PetroWind Energy Inc., a joint venture between Yuchengco-led PetroGreen Energy Corp., EEI Power Corp. and BCPG Public Co. Ltd. of Thailand, continues to ramp up its clean energy projects......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 6th, 2024

ERC OKs limited use of LNG for Meralco, FGEN

The Energy Regulatory Commission has allowed First Gas Power Corp. and FPG Corp. to use liquefied natural gas as an alternative fuel supply source for the Sta. Rita and San Lorenzo gas plants “in the case of the occurrence of a fuel supply force majeure event.”.....»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 30th, 2024

First Gen seeks bids for LNG supply

Lopez-owned First Gen Corp. is seeking bids for the supply of liquefied natural gas for its existing gas-fired power plants in the First Gen Clean Energy Complex in Batangas......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 20th, 2024

SRPC assures continuous supply to power, irrigation amid El Niño

SRPC assures continuous supply to power, irrigation amid El Niño.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 25th, 2024

Visayan Electric invites businesses to enroll in ILP amid thin power supply

Visayan Electric invites businesses to enroll in ILP amid thin power supply.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 24th, 2024

Meralco to bid out another 260-MW supply requirement

Power utlity Manila Electric Co. will open another round of bidding for a 260-megawatt interim power supply agreement......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 12th, 2024

SFELAPCO assures consumers adequate power supply

SFELAPCO assures consumers adequate power supply.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 29th, 2024

NEWS BRIEFS | 27 February 2024

Energy exploration in BARMM opened for bidding The Department of Energy has opened four areas in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao for exploration, development, and production of indigenous energy sources. Energy Undersecretary Alessandro Sales said coal exploration marked as “PDA-BC-1” covering 14,856 hectares in Kapai and Tagoloan towns in Lanao del Sur is […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanewsRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

Charting a course for energy security

Midway through the dry season, the Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration has already issued warnings of dangerously escalating heat indexes. Consequently, this forecast signals a looming surge in energy demand, posing a significant challenge for the country amid ongoing issues with power supply......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 25th, 2024

SEC streamlines capital raising for power firms

he Securities and Exchange Commission has streamlined the registration process for capital raising of power generation companies and distribution utilities, in support of the public offering mandate stipulated in the Electric Power Industry Reform Act of 2001......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 24th, 2024