Tag: Renewable Energy
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Philippines Grants National Significance Status to 149 Major Energy Projects
The Department of Energy (DOE) in the Philippines has recently awarded Certificates of Energy Projects of National Significance (CEPNS) to 149 significant energy initiatives, totaling PHP2.4 trillion in investments from May to December 2024. These projects encompass a broad spectrum of energy solutions, including 91 renewable energy projects that will contribute 17.6 gigawatts of clean…
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Philippines Bolsters Green Economy Initiatives at 2025 Sustainability Forum
The Philippines has solidified its commitment to fostering a green economy, as highlighted during the ‘2025 Sustainability Forum: The Green Economies of Tomorrow’ held in Makati City on January 31, 2025. The event, organized by the German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry in partnership with the German Embassy, brought together leaders from government, business, and…
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Philippines and UAE Aim to Deepen Economic Ties
In a significant move to bolster economic relations, the Philippines and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have committed to expanding their trade and investment collaborations. This decision was solidified during a meeting at Malacañan Palace in Manila, where President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. hosted UAE’s Minister of Investment, Mohamed Hassan Alsuwaidi, on February 7, 2025.…
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First Gen to Power Industrial Printer with Renewable Energy and Efficiency Solutions
First Gen Corporation, a leading renewable energy provider, has renewed its commitment to supply clean energy to Precision Crestec Inc., an industrial printing company based in Pasig City. The agreement includes providing 700 kilowatts of renewable energy to the facility, enhancing its sustainability efforts. In addition to the energy supply, First Gen’s affiliate, Pi Energy…
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New Zealand’s Manaaki Scholarships Now Accepting Filipino Applicants Starting February
MANILA – The New Zealand government has announced that it will begin accepting applications for the Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships on February 1, as stated by the New Zealand Embassy in Manila. This scholarship program is designed for individuals from the Asia Pacific region, including Filipinos, who wish to undertake postgraduate studies in New Zealand…
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NGCP’s Project Delays Drive Up Electricity Costs, Pose National Security Risks
The National Transmission Corporation (TransCo) has pointed to significant delays in the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines’ (NGCP) transmission projects as a primary cause of rising electricity costs and operational inefficiencies impacting millions of Filipinos. During a recent House Committee on Legislative Franchises hearing, TransCo Vice President Dinna Dizon highlighted that NGCP managed to…
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President Marcos Signs Law to Boost Philippine Natural Gas Sector
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has recently approved a new law aimed at fostering the growth of the natural gas industry in the Philippines. The legislation, known as Republic Act 12120 or the Philippine Natural Gas Industry Development Act, was signed on January 8 and made public through the Official Gazette on Tuesday. This act…
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UNDP and DOE to Enhance Medical Infrastructure in Lanao del Sur
In a significant move to bolster healthcare infrastructure, the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) and the Department of Energy (DOE) have announced plans to upgrade medical facilities in Lanao del Sur. The initiative is part of the ongoing Development for Renewable Energy Applications Mainstreaming and Market Sustainability (Dreams) Project, which is set to commence construction…
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Surigao del Norte Proposed as New EDCA Naval Site Following Chinese Drone Incident
In the wake of a Chinese underwater drone being discovered off the coast of Masbate, a Philippine lawmaker has called for the establishment of a new naval facility in Surigao del Norte under the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA) with the United States. Representative Robert Ace Barbers emphasized the strategic significance of Surigao del Norte…
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Ilocos Norte Leads Economic Surge in Region 1 with 8.6% Growth in 2024
Ilocos Norte has emerged as the economic powerhouse of Region 1, boasting an impressive 8.6% growth rate in 2024. This surge positions the province as the fastest-growing economy among its peers in the region. Despite facing challenges such as El Niño, La Niña, and the African swine fever outbreak, the resilience of the Ilocano community…
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