AboitizPower’s solar company signs contract with Profood International. Photo shows (L-R) Profood International Corporation Senior Vice President for Operations Joven Uy and Chief Executive Officer Justin Uy, together with AboitizPower Vice President – Head of Retail Sales and Solutions Gina Camacho-David and UGEP Chief Operating Officer Pieterjan Vanbuggenhout. Mandaue City, Cebu – Aboitiz Upgrade Solar […]
Samar faced a fuel supply disruption as new restrictions on the San Juanico Bridge blocked the passage of heavy vehicles—including fuel tankers. The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) recently imposed a strict 3-metric ton weight limit on the 2.16-kilometer span, effectively halting all land-based fuel deliveries to the island. This sudden limitation is […]
Razon-backed Negros Power is aiming to fully modernize Central Negros’ power distribution system by 2029, focusing on improving reliability, efficiency, and consumer access. A joint venture between Primelectric Holdings Inc. and the Central Negros Electric Cooperative (Ceneco), the company is pushing long-term upgrades to meet growing demand and replace outdated infrastructure. Negros Power President and […]
Rising temperatures and a surge in tourist activity drive power demand across the Visayas, with Cebu at the center of the pressure. The Department of Energy (DoE) projects peak demand in the region to hit 3,111 megawatts (MW) this year, climbing from 2,681 MW in May 2024. In 2024, Cebu welcomed over 5 million tourists, […]
The renewable energy landscape in Capiz is set for significant growth following the Department of Energy’s (DoE) approval of a major solar project. PetroEnergy Resources Corp. (PERC), part of the Yuchengco Group, confirmed that its newly formed subsidiary, EcoSolar Energy (ESEC), has secured a Certificate of Authority (COA) for its upcoming 90- to 100-megawatt (MW) […]
Clean energy projects are transforming Leyte into a leading center for renewable power, led by the 240-megawatt (MW) San Isidro Solar Plant set to go online this year. Spanning over 200 hectares, it will be one of the largest solar farms in the Visayas once completed. With an approximate P1.65 billion allocated for its transmission […]
Visayas and Mindanao have moved beyond the margins of development. As industries thrive and economic output rises, both regions now play a pivotal role in shaping the country’s growth. Meeting their momentum requires an energy system equipped to support it. To tackle the challenge head-on, the fourth “Powering Up: Generating energy security in Visayas and […]
Six buildings in Negros Occidental are set to be outfitted with solar photovoltaic systems under a ₱158.28-million power purchase agreement between the provincial government and WeGen Energy Philippines, Inc. As stated in the contract, the energy company will install a combined 1,270.5 kilowatt-peak (kWp) of solar power across the provincial government buildings. The agreement was […]
The Visayas region plays a pivotal role in ensuring the Philippines’ energy stability, both as a major consumer and producer of electricity. Metro Cebu, which includes the cities of Mandaue, Lapu-Lapu, and Cebu, stands out as a significant demand center, accounting for approximately half of the province’s total energy consumption. The Visayas is set to […]
The Philippines is known for its stunning beaches, with Boracay ranked by Travel + Leisure as one of the world’s best white-sand destinations. Last year, the island attracted just over two million tourists, according to the Malay Municipal Tourism Office. But as scorching heat gripped the country, mounting frustration over extended blackouts spilled onto social […]
