Cebu Advocates Urge Halt to Power, Water Rate Hikes
Cebu consumer group Cera calls for a freeze on utility rate increases and uninterrupted power this Christmas, as rising costs push households to the brink. Read their urgent appeal.
Cebu consumer group Cera calls for a freeze on utility rate increases and uninterrupted power this Christmas, as rising costs push households to the brink. Read their urgent appeal.
NGCP urges regulators to separate transmission charges, aiming to clarify electricity bills for Filipino consumers. Learn how this move could reveal the true cost drivers.
NGCP reiterates its call to separate transmission charges, helping Filipino consumers understand their electricity bills. Average rate for November 2025 is P1.3547/kWh.
ERC grants Davao Light provisional authority to connect customers in expanded areas, promising lower rates and better service. Applications now open online.
NGCP urges unbundling of transmission charges to help Filipino consumers understand their electricity bills. Learn about the components and the recent rate changes.
Davao Light completes key power lines in Kapalong, aiming to bring lower electricity rates to new customers despite Nordeco's legal resistance. Read the latest on the franchise transition.
Davao Light's franchise expansion under RA 12144 promises stable power for Davao de Oro, boosting small businesses and keeping professionals local. Read how this shift impacts the community.
Davao Light reduces residential power rate for December 2025 billing. Lower WESM prices drive savings. Company urges mindful consumption during holidays despite the cut.
The Philippine Eagle Foundation has planted over 200,000 trees to restore forests for the critically endangered eagle. They urge public support to reach a 3-million-tree goal and protect biodiversity.
The National Historical Commission will begin restoring Cebu's earthquake-damaged churches next year, offering technical aid but no funding. Learn about the recovery plan and challenges.
Cebu's historic churches damaged by the Sept. 30 quake set for 2026 rehabilitation. NHCP provides technical guidance as province allocates P18M aid. Details on the assessment and the nine churches listed.
Amid renovation debates, the Cebu Provincial Capitol's restoration follows strict national laws like RA 10066. Discover how legal protocols protect this 1938 landmark's integrity for future generations.
Inflation in Central Visayas accelerated to 3.3% in November 2025, driven by rising electricity and transport costs. Discover the key factors behind the regional surge.
NUSTAR Resort & Casino Cebu partners with Vivant's COREnergy for stable electricity and real-time monitoring tools. This move supports expansion ahead of new 2026 energy rules.
Negros Power has fully restored electricity to nearly 250,000 customers in Central Negros after Typhoons Tino and Uwan. Read about the swift recovery effort and community resilience.
Metropolitan Cebu Water District restores 248,000 cubic meters daily, reaching 90% of pre-typhoon levels. Normal water pressure returns for 214,000 connections. Read the latest updates.
Rep. Janette Garin files HB 6292 to extend More Power's franchise to 7 Iloilo municipalities, citing lower rates and improved service. Learn about the proposed expansion.
Thousands in Metro Cebu face water shortages for weeks as MCWD struggles to restore service. Infrastructure vulnerabilities exposed. Learn about the impact on communities.
Iloilo City closes a 2.7km stretch of the Iloilo River to fishing for four months from Dec 2025 to boost fish populations and ensure food security. Learn about the penalties and conservation goals.
Metropolitan Cebu Water District successfully interconnects damaged Jaclupan transmission line with new pipelines, restoring normal water service in Talisay City. Stay updated on water restoration efforts.
Negros Power waives penalties and halts disconnections for unpaid bills from Nov 4-Dec 31, 2025, after Typhoon Tino. Consumer group Access praises the company's holistic relief efforts.
Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya prioritizes restoring essential services following Typhoon Tino's devastation. Co-working spaces extended for online workers. Read about recovery efforts.
Consumer watchdog warns delayed power restoration in Cebu Province triggers widespread water shortages, sanitation risks. Urgent action needed to prioritize water pumping stations.
Davao consumers face rising electricity bills as Wesm prices spike 49.4%, environmental charges return, and transmission fees increase. Consumer group urges DOE review.
Nearly two weeks after Typhoon Tino hit Negros Island, Negros Power announces 92.32% restoration progress. Read about the recovery efforts and remaining challenges.
After Typhoon Tino's severe flooding in Cebu, advocacy group MLC presents a 6-point petition for urgent government action on flood management and watershed restoration.
DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon orders round-the-clock operations to restore hospitals, schools, and government buildings damaged by October earthquakes in Davao Oriental.
Typhoon Tino's devastation leaves 70,000 Cebu households without reliable water supply. MCWD races to restore damaged facilities while residents rely on deep wells and water rationing. Learn how the city is coping.
Rep. Alfredo Benitez coordinates with NEPC and PrimeWater to restore electricity and water in Bacolod after Typhoon Tino. Full power expected by Sunday. #BacolodRecovery
NGCP announces a slight increase in November 2025 electricity bills due to a 15% rise in Ancillary Services costs. Learn how this affects your power rates.