PH Updates Nuclear Emergency Response Plan as Part of Energy Roadmap
The Philippines has strengthened its nuclear emergency preparedness with the enhancement of the National Nuclear and Radiological Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (RADPLAN). The Department of Energy (DOE) and the Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Nuclear Research Institute (DOST-PNRI) led a writeshop with 23 member agencies of the Nuclear Energy Program Inter-Agency Committee […]
Gasoline, diesel, kerosene pump prices down Tuesday
Motorists will be greeted with cheaper pump prices this week, as fuel retailers are set to implement a rollback on Tuesday, but this will not be enough to offset the increases that have been made so far this year.
PH-Korea strengthens cooperation on clean energy solutions
The Philippines, through the Department of Energy (DOE), and the Republic of Korea have officially kicked off the 2024/25 Knowledge Sharing Program (KSP), a key bilateral initiative aimed at fostering energy cooperation and building a secure, resilient energy system for the future.
SPNEC secures PHP 150 B loan to expand solar and battery energy storage
SP New Energy Corporation (SPNEC) has secured a Php 150 billion, 15-year Omnibus Loan and Security Agreement (OLSA) through its subsidiary, Terra Solar Philippines Inc. (MTerra Solar), marking a major financial milestone for the company’s renewable energy initiatives.
The Philippines Keen on Leading Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production, Usage
MANILA, The Philippines, February 28, 2025 — The Philippines is laying the groundwork in leading the production and usage of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) with its sufficient agricultural waste feedstock that is expected to meet the country’s jet fuel demand and capacity to export.
DOE taps OECD-NEA expertise to develop PH’s nuke energy
MANILA – The Department of Energy (DOE) has tapped the expertise of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development – Nuclear Energy Agency (OECD-NEA) to help achieve its goals under the Philippine Nuclear Energy Program.
Emergency pact to ensure continuous power supply to Baguio, Benguet
BAGUIO CITY – The Benguet Electric Cooperative (Beneco) signed on Tuesday an Emergency Power Supply Agreement (EPSA) with Aboitiz Power’s subsidiary GN Power Dinginin (GNPD), ensuring uninterrupted supply of electricity to its franchise areas, which is this city and the province of Benguet.
Automakers see 7% growth in EV sales this year
MANILA, Philippines — Sales of electrified vehicles (EVs) in the country are expected to track industry growth at seven percent this year, supported by the zero import tariffs on such vehicles and the rollout of new models, according to the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI).
