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ERC BACKS REFORMS FOR AFFORDABLE ELECTRICITY

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) pushed key regulatory reforms aimed at enhancing electricity affordability and access for Filipinos during the Philippine Electric Power Industry Forum (PEPIF 2026) at the John Hay Convention Center, Baguio City. Speaking at the forum with the theme “Navigating the Energy Trilemma in the Philippine Context: Security, Sustainability, and Equity,” ERC […]

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ERC ADOPTS REFORMS FOR ELECTRIC BILL REFUNDS

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) approved a resolution that adopts significant amendments to the Magna Carta for Residential Electricity Consumers. These changes aim to enhance consumers’ fundamental right to electric service and introduce more flexible, transparent, and consumer-friendly rules regarding bill deposits and refunds. The amendments were adopted in accordance with the Commission’s mandate under […]

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ERC APPROVES REVISED RULES TO HIKE SPC IN WESM

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has approved revised rules increasing the secondary price cap (SPC) in the Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM), a move aimed at curbing sustained electricity price spikes while maintaining investment signals for power generators. The adjustment ensures stable electricity prices and reliable power supply for consumers while allowing generators to operate […]