Consumers back reform, not SOCOTECO II takeover
GENERAL SANTOS CITY — What do consumers really want from SOCOTECO II? Better service, less politics, and a system that actually works.
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GENERAL SANTOS CITY — What do consumers really want from SOCOTECO II? Better service, less politics, and a system that actually works.
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GENERAL SANTOS CITY — The Bantay Kuryente Movement released results of a snap consumer survey showing strong public support for reforms at SOCOTECO II,…
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CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — Inflation in Northern Mindanao picked up in January 2026, hitting 1.4 percent, up from 0.9 percent in December, the Philippine Statistics…
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Inflation in Central Visayas continued its upward climb for the sixth straight month, reaching 5.6 percent in January 2026, up from 3.8 percent in December…
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The project will start exporting 85MW of constant power to the Luzon grid as part of preparations for a capacity ramp-up in the coming months. Meralco PowerGen…
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Despite his troubled past, Ismael Romero remains as Meralco’s choice as import in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) Commissioner’s Cup starting 11…
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Power consumers will see higher transmission charges in their February electric bills due to a jump in transmission rates.
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‘Meralco’s commitment to delivering affordable, safe, and reliable electric service has long been deeply rooted in our culture — and we strive to go beyond…
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The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) announced that it may evaluate a possible fare increase for public utility vehicles following…
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Energy Secretary Sharon Garin cannot say whether the country will suffer power shortages this coming summer season.
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A community-based sustainable transport project is expected to improve the operations and livelihoods of 117 electric tricycle drivers in Barangay Lawang Bato,…
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‘Together, we have been consistently challenged to think bigger, move faster and deliver outcomes that matter to our customers. We both remain committed in…
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Volatility in generation costs can change rapidly, but consumer incomes do not adjust as quickly.
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House Majority Leader Sandro Marcos is seeking the passage of a measure that would significantly increase monthly cash grants for education, health care, and…
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The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) expects broader electricity access for low-income households after approving a unified national lifeline subsidy system.
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Consumer groups’ fears that other generating companies would follow the lead of San Miguel Corp.’s unit, San Miguel Global Power (SMGP), in invoking the broad…
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The motoring public will likely face higher transport and fuel costs next week as pump prices are expected to rise, with oil companies set to announce…
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Philippine agriculture grew by 3.1 percent in 2025, its fastest pace in eight years, signaling a possible turnaround for a sector long challenged by weather…
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