Movem, Filinvest expand EV charging in mall properties by Naomi Ganhinhin September 16, 2026 Movem Electric Inc., the wholly owned electric mobility subsidiary of Manila Electric Co. (Meralco), has partnered with Filinvest Malls to expand electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across Filinvest properties, starting with a... One Meralco Foundation equips 302 San Juan students through Balik Eskwela program by Joanna Deala September 16, 2026 One Meralco Foundation (OMF), the corporate social responsibility arm of Manuel V. Pangilinan-led Manila Electric Company (Meralco), has continued its Balik Eskwela initiative by providing 302 young learners at Salapan Integrated School... Alternergy to raise PHP 2 billion via green notes by Naomi Ganhinhin September 16, 2026 Renewable power developer Alternergy Holdings Corp. is set to tap the Philippine debt capital market for the first time, with a planned PHP 2 billion issuance of green fixed-rate notes to fund... Bishops seek suspension of SOCOTECO II board over Ignite Power JVA by Naomi Ganhinhin September 15, 2026 Two Catholic bishops have asked the Office of the Ombudsman to suspend members of the South Cotabato II Electric Cooperative (SOCOTECO II) Board of Directors over complaints surrounding its proposed joint venture... DOE explores regional petroleum stockpiling partnerships after APEC talks by Rafael Benedicto September 15, 2026 The Department of Energy (DOE) is pursuing possible regional petroleum stockpiling arrangements in the Philippines following discussions with potential partner countries and companies during the 16th Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Energy Ministerial Meeting.... Dubai crude breach opens path to possible fuel tax reduction by Rafael Benedicto September 15, 2026 The Department of Energy (DOE) has formally certified that the one-month average price of Dubai crude exceeded the USD 80-per-barrel threshold required for the government to consider reducing or suspending excise taxes... DOE maps 775 MW power pipeline for Panay through 2030 by Rafael Benedicto September 15, 2026 The Department of Energy (DOE) is advancing a 775-megawatt (MW) generation pipeline for Panay through 2030 as part of its long-term plan to strengthen power supply in Western Visayas. The pipeline includes... BIR exempts allowable system loss charge from VAT by Naomi Ganhinhin September 15, 2026

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has removed the Value-Added Tax (VAT) on the allowable system loss charge within the cap approved by the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC), a move expected to... MVP Tulong Kapatid brings relief to flood-hit Apalit residents by Rafael Benedicto September 14, 2026 The MVP Tulong Kapatid group, led by One Meralco Foundation (OMF), distributed relief packs and drinking water to residents affected by Habagat flooding in Apalit, Pampanga, including families evacuated to Jose Escaler... ERC orders Cotabato Light to refund PHP 53.87M to consumers by Rafael Benedicto September 14, 2026 The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has ordered Cotabato Light and Power Company to refund PHP 53.87 million to consumers after reviewing the utility’s over- and under-recoveries covering 2013 to 2024. The Commission... ACMobility launches EV safety education program for Filipino drivers by Rafael Benedicto September 11, 2026 ACMobility has launched the “Drive Electric. EV Safety Program,” a learning initiative aimed at helping prospective buyers, fleet operators, electric vehicle advocates, and the general public better understand EV safety, ownership, and... Consumer group urges WESM suspension in Visayas, Mindanao amidst persistent grid alerts by Rafael Benedicto September 11, 2026 Consumer group Power for People Coalition (P4P) is urging the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) to temporarily suspend Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM) operations in the Visayas and Mindanao until persistent yellow and... Movem, Filinvest expand EV charging in mall properties One Meralco Foundation equips 302 San Juan students through Balik Eskwela program Alternergy to raise PHP 2 billion via green notes Bishops seek suspension of SOCOTECO II board over Ignite Power JVA DOE explores regional petroleum stockpiling partnerships after APEC talks Dubai crude breach opens path to possible fuel tax reduction DOE maps 775 MW power pipeline for Panay through 2030 BIR exempts allowable system loss charge from VAT MVP Tulong Kapatid brings relief to flood-hit Apalit residents ERC orders Cotabato Light to refund PHP 53.87M to consumers About Power Philippines At the forefront of energy reporting in the country, Power Philippines delivers sharp, data-driven journalism for industry leaders, policymakers, investors, and everyday consumers. We cover the most urgent stories across power generation, renewable energy, policy, and sustainability, with a focus on the Philippine energy transition and its global context. Our editorial team is committed to clarity, integrity, and impact—bringing complex issues into focus and shaping informed public discourse. Editor-in-Chief: Dong Magsajo Managing Editor: Naomi Ruth Ganhinhin Business Development Manager : Ana Khristine Claveria Writer: Rafael Jesus Benedicto You can reach us at: [email protected]