Stay informed on the latest happenings and headlines in the Philippine power industry with Mabuhay Energy’s Weekly News Spotlight! This week, we’re featuring key articles from the regulatory sector that are shaping the energy landscape: DOE Launches 1st Green Power Auction with Battery Energy Storage System The government has initiated the fourth phase of the Green Energy Auction (GEA-4), seeking bids for a total of 9,378 MW of renewable energy capacity, which includes 1,100 MW of solar power integrated with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This is the first auction to incorporate BESS, aimed at improving energy reliability. READ MORE: https://business.inquirer.net/512332/doe-launches-1st-green-power-auction-with-battery-system ERC Orders Meralco to Refund P20 Billion to Customers The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has mandated Meralco to return nearly P20 billion to its customers, leading to an average rate reduction of P0.1189/kWh across all customer groups. Customers will see the refund as a separate line item on their electricity bills, applied over 36 months. READ MORE: https://businessmirror.com.ph/2025/03/13/erc-orders-meralco-to-refund-p20-billion-to-customers/ Mabuhay Energy, #YourPartnerForGrowth