It’s no secret that fossil fuels are the worst energy sources around, contributing significantly to carbon emissions and air pollution. And among them, coal emits the most carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions) per unit of energy. So why is the world’s dirtiest and oldest industrial source of energy still the most popular choice in many countries, […]
To ensure that public utilities like electricity, water, and transportation are well-planned, operated, and regulated for the benefit of all stakeholders, it’s crucial to effectively represent the interests of end consumers, who are the most critical stakeholders. What consumers and the entire process don’t need is for a group of uninformed individuals to take on […]
The Role of End Consumers in Public Utilities To ensure that the planning, operation and regulation of public utilities such as electricity, water and transport systems are optimized to the benefit of end consumers, the consumers themselves must be well-represented. They are probably the most significant stakeholders, since they are directly influenced by the quality […]
On Thursday, progressive organizations lodged an allegation of graft against DOE Secretary Raphael Lotilla, accusing him of breaching a coal moratorium by showing partiality towards the expansion of a power plant in Toledo City, Cebu. Sanlakas, Power for People Coalition (P4P), and Bukluran ng Manggagawang Pilipino Chairman Emeritus Leody De Guzman jointly submitted a criminal […]
Cebu, located in the Visayas region, is a vibrant center representing the economic vitality of the Philippines. However, the province faces a significant challenge—an upcoming energy shortage threatens its stability. Cebu’s economy is thriving and is driven by tourism and a flourishing IT-BPM industry. In recent years, there has been a notable increase in tourist […]
Cebu’s Undeniable Growth Cebu is one of the more developed provinces in the Philippines, with much development happening currently. Appraised for its advantageous geographic location, sound infrastructural base, and active fields of business activity, Cebu is now experiencing the growth of investment attraction. However, such progress comes with a setback, primarily in the provision of […]
Cebu is in the midst of a golden age in development, bolstered by widespread infrastructure development, new world-class tourism destinations adding to the region’s already rich treasure trove of vacation spots, and impressive industrial growth. But none of these would be possible without an ample energy supply. That is why AboitizPower has become an integral […]
Key Takeaways: An expansion of AboitizPower’s current coal power plant in Toledo City is poised to fill Cebu’s power supply needs. Its construction hovers close to the horizon, eyeing an early 2025 start. This comes as optimistic news delivered by AboitizPower Thermal Business Group’s chief operating officer Ronaldo Ramos at the “Good Design, Good Business […]
The Department of Energy responds to recent graft allegations by clarifying the parameters of the Coal Moratorium Policy. The Coal Moratorium Policy issued in December 2020 is not a total ban, according to the Department of Energy-Electric Power Industry Management Bureau (Power Bureau). Not included in the policy are the following: operational and existing coal-fired […]
The Philippines had the fastest-growing economy in 2023 among the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Based on the latest World Economic Outlook, the IMF forecasts a 6.2 % gross domestic product (GDP) growth rate for the Philippines this year, second only to the 6.5% forecast for India. […]
