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Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) Chairperson and CEO Atty. Francis Saturnino Juan underscored the need for responsive regulation and stronger grid infrastructure to support renewable energy integration during the ASEAN Energy Business Forum (AEBF) 2026 at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC). Juan delivered the keynote address, “Barriers and Opportunities: A Regulator’s Insights on the Future […]
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has approved amendments to its Rules of Practice and Procedure (RPP) under ERC Resolution No. 31, Series of 2026, to streamline regulatory proceedings, with changes covering electronic filing, virtual hearings, case timelines, intervention, summary procedures, and other processes for regulatory cases. The amendments build on the Commission’s existing procedural framework, […]
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) and the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) today signed a Compromise Agreement putting to rest years of litigation over NGCP’s obligation to pay ERC-imposed permit fees and annual supervision and regulation (S&R) fees. The signing, held at the ERC’s office in Ortigas Center, Pasig City, was led by […]
Electricity consumers will soon see a clearer and more transparent breakdown of charges in their monthly bills following the Energy Regulatory Commission’s (ERC) adoption of Resolution No. 28, Series of 2026, which establishes a new billing format for all Distribution Utilities (DUs). The new format requires DUs to clearly and separately reflect government-mandated pass-through charges, […]
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) unveiled its upgraded official website during its flag raising ceremony, providing consumers and stakeholders with improved access to energy-related information, regulatory issuances, online services, and other public resources. The revamped website supports the Commission’s continuing efforts to modernize its digital services and make regulatory information more accessible to the public. […]
Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) Chairperson and CEO Atty. Francis Saturnino Juan discussed geothermal energy’s potential to support the country’s energy security and transition toward a more sustainable power sector. During the panel discussion, Juan highlighted geothermal energy as an indigenous and renewable resource that can provide stable generation for the country’s long-term energy strategy. “Geothermal […]
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) and the Department of Trade and Industry-Board of Investments (DTI-BOI) are strengthening coordination to facilitate the regulatory requirements of renewable energy projects under the government’s Green Lane services. During a courtesy visit to the ERC office, ERC Chairperson and CEO Atty. Francis Saturnino Juan and DTI-BOI representatives discussed the designation […]
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is set to modernize and streamline its regulatory processes as part of the $60-million Philippines Energy Threshold Program of the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC). The program, signed by U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Lee Lipton and Finance Secretary Frederick Go during the Luzon Economic Corridor Investment Forum in Manila, seeks […]
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) ordered Cotabato Light and Power Company (Cotabato Light) to refund P53.87 million to consumers following its review of the utility’s over- and under-recoveries for electricity costs covering 2013 to 2024. In its Decision, the Commission approved with modification Cotabato Light’s four compliance filings and determined a net over-recovery of P54.37 […]
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) responded to a complaint filed by the National Association of Electricity Consumers for Reforms, Inc. (NASECORE) before the Office of the Ombudsman against ERC Chairperson Francis Saturnino Juan and the four Commissioners, concerning the treatment of “Line Rental” charges in electricity bills. The Commission welcomed the opportunity to explain its […]