US approves funds for modernization of Philippine power sector
The United States Trade and Development Agency has approved the release of funds that will support efforts for the modernization and buildout of electricity transmission and distribution networks in the Philippines......»»
Government releases P3.4 billion calamity funds in Q1
The government released a total of P3.4 billion in calamity funds in the first quarter of the year as it financed various disaster relief operations......»»
Group demands accounting of Cebu City COVID-19 funds
CEBU CITY, Philippines—A coalition is demanding transparency and accountability for the budget allocated for the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic response here. The Freedom Debt Coalition composed of various cause-oriented groups in the city said there is a need to show the public a transparent liquidation of the P3.5 billion funds for the pandemic response since […].....»»
DBM: P1.95 billion calamity funds released in February
Up to P1.95 billion in calamity funds was released last month to finance various disaster relief operations......»»
Philippine agricultural sector grows 1.2 pct in 2023
MANILA, Feb. 2 (Xinhua) -- The Philippine agriculture sector grew by 1.2 percent in 2023, driven by higher poultry and livestock production, increased fruit harvest and record rice output, the Philippines' Department of Agriculture (DA) said Friday. "Agriculture has contributed positively to the growth of the economy last year. But certainly, we could do more," Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel said......»»
Philippine agricultural sector grows 1.2 pct in 2023
MANILA, Feb. 2 (Xinhua) -- The Philippine agriculture sector grew by 1.2 percent in 2023, driven by higher poultry and livestock production, increased fruit harvest and record rice output, the Philippines' Department of Agriculture (DA) said Friday. "Agriculture has contributed positively to the growth of the economy last year. But certainly, we could do more," Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel said......»»
Remembering EDSA in Bicol | PNP opts for ‘police power’ in freedom parks
During the People Power commemoration, the Philippine National Police (PNP) occupied all parks in Camarines Sur for their supposed “outreach” program. Still, it did not stop more than 300 activists here to stage a protest action in the afternoon of Feb. 25. The post Remembering EDSA in Bicol | PNP opts for ‘police power’ in freedom parks appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
German foreign minister grateful for Philippine health workers
Germany is grateful to Filipinos, especially in the health sector, for their important work in strengthening Germany’s health sector, Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock said......»»
‘MORE SOURCES OF POWER’ | Bizmen bracing nuclear, wind power to address growing demand
‘MORE SOURCES OF POWER’ | Bizmen bracing nuclear, wind power to address growing demand.....»»
Squirrel involved in power outage provided shelter and care by More Power
Squirrel involved in power outage provided shelter and care by More Power.....»»
‘WE NEED POWER’ | Negros Occidental has up to 100MW power shortage at night
‘WE NEED POWER’ | Negros Occidental has up to 100MW power shortage at night.....»»
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......»»
Unleashing a Pinay’s power via ‘Pinay Power’
Unleashing a Pinay’s power via ‘Pinay Power’.....»»
Philippines investment board awards green lane for solar power project
MANILA, Jan. 29 (Xinhua) -- The Philippine Board of Investments has granted the green lane certificate for the floating solar power project that will soon rise in Nueva Ecija province, north of Manila, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said on Monday. The Fuego Renewable Energy Corp. (FREC) will build the Pantabangan Floating Solar Power Plant, a 463.995 megawatts (MWac) floating solar photovoltaic (PV).....»»
Philippines investment board awards green lane for solar power project
MANILA, Jan. 29 (Xinhua) -- The Philippine Board of Investments has granted the green lane certificate for the floating solar power project that will soon rise in Nueva Ecija province, north of Manila, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said on Monday. The Fuego Renewable Energy Corp. (FREC) will build the Pantabangan Floating Solar Power Plant, a 463.995 megawatts (MWac) floating solar photovoltaic (PV).....»»
Policies to address ecological impact of RE urged
A group of international and Philippine-based think tanks and civil society organizations is calling for stronger collaboration across the renewable energy sector to integrate policies and practices that will allow the sector to respond responsibly to its ecological and social impacts......»»
PM s Prizes for Space to showcase sector s talent
The Government is recognising the innovative and rising talent in New Zealand's growing space sector, with the Prime Minister and Space Minister Judith Collins announcing the new Prime Minister's Prizes for Space today."New Zealand has a growing reputation as a high-value partner for space missions and research. I am excited to announce these prizes which will help foster talent, which plays an important role in.....»»
PSALM expects P100 billion from CBK privatization
The Power Sector Assets and Liabilities Management Corp. (PSALM) is expected to generate as much as P100 billon from the privatization of the 796.46-megawatt (MW) Caliraya-Botocan-Kalayaan (CBK) hydroelectric power plant complex in Laguna, bolstering the cash position of the cash-strapped state firm......»»
Investor interest in power gaining steam – Lotilla
Investor interest in the country’s power sector, particularly in the renewable energy space, continues to gain steam, according to the Department of Energy......»»
PIRMA head faces Senate contempt raps
The People’s Initiative for Reform, Modernization and Action or PIRMA must divulge to the Senate the names of donors who funded the television ad bashing EDSA people power or face criminal charges, Senate Deputy Minority Leader Risa Hontiveros warned yesterday......»»
DOF mulls mining tax tweaks for royalties, windfall profits
The Department of Finance is pushing for higher rates and fewer tiers in taxing the extractive sector, but the mining industry argued that the proposed structure would make the sector more uncompetitive......»»