^
AUTHORS
Brix Lelis
Brix Lelis
  • Articles
  • Authors
SM’s PGPC bags Leyte geothermal contract
by Brix Lelis - June 6, 2026 - 12:00am
Philippine Geothermal Production Co. Inc. (PGPC), a unit of the Sy family’s SM Investments Corp. (SMIC), has secured a government contract to develop a geothermal resource in Leyte.
ACEN powers battery storage push with P2.9 billion loan
by Brix Lelis - June 6, 2026 - 12:00am
ACEN Corp. has locked in P2.93 billion in financing from Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) to ramp up its battery storage expansion in Zambales.
P4/liter price hike for diesel; rollback for gas
by Brix Lelis - June 6, 2026 - 12:00am
Motorists should brace for higher diesel prices next week amid prolonged supply disruptions as the peace deal between the United States and Iran remains out of reach.
Top Line sets over 9% dividend rate for FOO
by Brix Lelis - June 5, 2026 - 12:00am
Top Line Business Development Corp. is sweetening its planned issuance of up to P1.5 billion worth of perpetual preferred shares with initial fixed dividend rates exceeding nine percent.
Garin: P30 billion needed for strategic oil reserve
by Brix Lelis - June 5, 2026 - 12:00am
The Philippines will need about P30 billion to build a strategic oil reserve capable of providing an additional 30 days of fuel security in the event of supply disruptions, according to Energy Secretary Sharon ...
First Gen earmarks P25 billion or Negros geothermal expansion
by Brix Lelis - June 4, 2026 - 12:00am
First Gen Corp. of the Lopez Group is setting aside around P25 billion to sustain and optimize operations of its 43-year-old Southern Negros Geothermal Project (SNGP) in Negros Oriental.
Meralco rate reset ruling faces delay
by Brix Lelis - June 3, 2026 - 12:00am
The decision on Manila Electric Co. proposed P532-billion revenue program may be issued by September at the latest, according to the Energy Regulatory Commission.
Nordeco keeps fight alive for Davao franchise
by Brix Lelis - June 3, 2026 - 12:00am
The Northern Davao Electric Cooperative Inc. is refusing to back down from its claim over its franchise area in Davao, as it continues operations while pursuing legal remedies.
First Gen to build rooftop solar for Japan’s NKC
by Brix Lelis - June 3, 2026 - 12:00am
Lopez-led First Gen Corp. has secured a deal to build and operate a rooftop solar facility that will power the Philippine operations of Japanese multinational firm NKC Group.
ACEN clinches long-term revenue deal in Australia
by Brix Lelis - June 1, 2026 - 12:00am
ACEN Corp. of the Zobel family has secured a long-term government revenue support contract for its large-scale solar and battery storage project in Australia.
‘Pinoys show rising interest in solar panels’
by Brix Lelis - May 31, 2026 - 12:00am
Nearly nine in 10 Filipinos are considering installing solar panels at home, but concerns about potential damage, high upfront costs and unreliable weather conditions remain major barriers.
Japan backs Philippine’s strategic oil reserve plan
by Brix Lelis - May 30, 2026 - 12:00am
Japan is throwing its support behind the Philippines’ push to build a strategic petroleum reserve program designed to strengthen resilience against global supply shocks driven by geopolitical tensions.
ERC sets new power market share limits
by Brix Lelis - May 30, 2026 - 12:00am
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has again adjusted market share limits in the power sector, setting updated caps on how much a generation firm can operate nationwide.
Oil price rollback seen next week
by Brix Lelis - May 30, 2026 - 12:00am
After recent price hikes, motorists may get some relief at the pump next week amid renewed optimism over a potential US-Iran peace deal.
First Gen hydropower investments to yield P16 billion annually by 2031
by Brix Lelis - May 29, 2026 - 12:00am
First Gen Corp. of the Lopez Group expects its massive hydropower investments in Prime Infrastructure Capital Inc. to generate about P16 billion in annual earnings starting in 2031.
Primelectric: Cheap supply deals keep power rates low
by Brix Lelis - May 29, 2026 - 12:00am
Primelectric Holdings Inc.  is banking on its low-cost power supply deals to keep electricity rates low across its Visayas franchise areas amid the ongoing energy emergency.
AboitizPower to map sites for nuclear plants
by Brix Lelis - May 29, 2026 - 12:00am
Aboitiz Power Corp. is supporting the government’s push to integrate nuclear power into the country’s energy mix by helping identify potential sites for development.
Philippines now China’s 2nd biggest market for solar panels
by Brix Lelis - May 29, 2026 - 12:00am
The Philippines is now China’s second-largest export market for solar panels, as more Filipinos turn to solar power to cope with rising electricity costs, according to global energy think tank Ember.
Blackouts hit Visayas anew
by Brix Lelis - May 29, 2026 - 12:00am
Power consumers in the Visayas experienced rotational outages again yesterday as supply remained tight due to high electricity demand and the continued shutdown of major coal-powered plants.
MGEN keen on venturing into wind energy space
by Brix Lelis - May 28, 2026 - 12:00am
Meralco PowerGen Corp., the developer of what could become the world’s largest integrated solar farm, is stepping up its push into renewables with plans to foray into the wind energy space.  
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ... | 73 | 74 | 75 | 76 | 77
Are you sure you want to log out?
X
Login

Philstar.com is one of the most vibrant, opinionated, discerning communities of readers on cyberspace. With your meaningful insights, help shape the stories that can shape the country. Sign up now!

Get Updated:

Signup for the News Round now

FORGOT PASSWORD?
SIGN IN
or sign in with