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The Philippines continues to strive for energy security, affordability, and sustainability, which raises the question: Which should dominate the country’s power mix? In the complex landscape of the Philippines’ energy sector, there
As the Philippines faces a United Nations rights review, environmental advocates argue that the government’s fossil fuel expansion contradicts its climate goals and human rights commitments. Gerry Arances, Executive Director of the
The Philippines’ energy sector remains coal-reliant, with coal plants supplying 62% of power generation in 2024, the International Energy Agency (IEA) said in its latest report. While renewable energy is forecast to
Semirara Mining and Power Corporation (SMPC) has announced a Php 6.9 billion capital expenditure (CAPEX) for 2025 to enhance its coal fleet and power generation operations. Philippine Star reported that the 2025
The Philippines’ coal consumption continues to rise, driven by growing power demand despite the government’s push for renewable energy. In a report by the Philippine Star, the International Energy Agency (IEA) stated
Manila Electric Company (MERALCO) is shelving plans to build two coal-fired power plants in Luzon, and instead converting them into gas-powered facilities in response to the government’s coal moratorium. Philippine Star reported
First Gen Corporation stressed the need to rethink the country’s reliance on coal, noting that it is not as cheap or reliable as some may believe. In a report by Business Mirror,
Semirara Mining and Power Corporation (SMPC) is aiming to re-energize its 700-megawatt (MW) Saint Raphael power project in Batangas, with an estimated investment of USD 1.4 billion. In a report by Manila
DMCI Power Corporation is advocating for the small power utilities group (SPUG) to be excluded from the coal moratorium as a means to reduce high electricity costs. In a report by Inquirer,
ACEN, along with GenZero and Keppel Ltd., has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to explore innovative financial mechanisms, such as Transition Credits (TCs), to facilitate the early decommissioning of the South
