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The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is leading the Philippines’ preparations for its chairmanship of the ASEAN Energy Regulators Network (AERN) for the 2026–2027 term with the goal of strengthening the country’s role in regional energy cooperation within ASEAN. During the recent ASEAN Special Senior Officials’ Meeting on Energy (Special SOME) in Panglao, Bohol chaired by […]
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) and the Pasig City Local Government Unit (LGU) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to formalize their partnership in the development and implementation of a workplace-based Drug Abuse Prevention Program. During his brief message at the signing ceremony held at the temporary Pasig City Hall, ERC Chairperson and CEO Atty. […]
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) conducted a hybrid public consultation on the Proposed Philippine Grid Code (PGC) 2026 Edition at the ERC Main Office. At the opening of the consultation, ERC Chairperson and CEO Atty. Francis Saturnino Juan underscored the significance of the proposed amendments to the Grid Code and encouraged stakeholders and participants to […]
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is gearing up its strategic agenda for 2026 to strengthen consumer protection, modernize regulatory processes, address backlogs, and promote a more competitive electric power industry, while boosting investor confidence. “The New ERC stands for greater transparency, stronger public engagement, and a deeper commitment to consumer welfare,” ERC Chairperson and CEO […]
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) Chairperson and CEO Atty. Francis Saturnino Juan affirmed the ERC’s commitment to accelerating hydropower development, saying that it is essential to protect the public interest and lower electricity costs for Filipino consumers. Speaking at the 3rd Philippine Hydro Summit and Exhibition 2025 focused on the theme “Accelerating Hydropower Development: Powering […]
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has approved a landmark ruling to lower the eligibility threshold for participation in the Retail Competition and Open Access (RCOA) and the Retail Aggregation Program (RAP) from 500 kilowatts (kW) to 100 kW average monthly peak demand.The new threshold will take effect on June 26, 2026, paving the way for […]