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: ERC Lowers Retail Electricity Threshold to 100 kW The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has approved lowering the contestability threshold from 500 kW to 100 kW effective June 26, 2026, allowing more medium-sized businesses to choose their electricity suppliers under the Retail Competition and Open Access (RCOA) and Retail Aggregation Program (RAP). Read more here: https://bit.ly/4qSfoiA ERC Approves Updated Smart Meter Rules for Modern Grid The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has approved amended rules for Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) to modernize the country’s distribution network with smart meters, two‐way communication, and stronger data privacy and cybersecurity safeguards. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3WQJtkU Mabuhay Energy, #YourPartnerForGrowth