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NewsMabuhay Energy Powers Metroplaza Mall, Expands Commercial Portfolio
Switching to MECO helps Metroplaza Mall better manage power consumption—one of the largest operational overheads for commercial complexes due to continuous air conditioning, intensive illumination, and high tenant energy demands.
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NewsMabuhay Energy Powers Corinthian Gardens: First ‘All-in-One’ Community Switch to Retail Electricity Supply
Unlike standard retail supply contracts that typically cater to commercial or industrial establishments, this historic partnership represents a major evolution in the energy market. The initiative uniquely aggregates residential properties, administrative facilities, and recreational hubs under a singular, community-wide energy ecosystem.
Read more →Everything You Need to Know About Open Access in the Philippines
The complete guide to open access electricity in the Philippines: what it is, who qualifies, how switching works, and what to expect. Updated for the June 2026 threshold expansion to 100kW.
Read more →RCOA 100kW: What You Need to Know
Guides and resources for businesses newly eligible under the expanded threshold
Beyond the Rate: Evaluating a Retail Electricity Supplier for Your Business
For Philippine businesses, choosing a retail electricity supplier involves more than just the advertised rate. Strategic energy management requires a closer look at supply security, contract suitability, billing transparency, and the quality of service provided.
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Blog💡 Are your lights just dimming, or is the power totally gone?
💡 Are your lights just dimming, or is the power totally gone? When the lights start flickering, it’s easy to use the terms "brownout" and "blackout" inte…
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BlogBehind every step of confidence, every spark of courage, and every bit of strength we carry,…
Behind every step of confidence, every spark of courage, and every bit of strength we carry, there’s a father who fueled it first. Dads don’t just carry u…
Read more →Understanding Your Electricity Bill as a Contestable Customer
For eligible businesses, understanding the components of an electricity bill is key to strategic energy management. This guide explains each line item, highlights the largest cost driver, and clarifies what changes—and what remains the same—when choosing a retail electricity supplier.
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BlogToday, we celebrate the power of independence—a freedom rooted deeply in the love, courage,…
Today, we celebrate the power of independence—a freedom rooted deeply in the love, courage, and sacrifice of our heroes. 🇵🇭 As we honor those who fought…
Read more →Switching Electricity Suppliers: Documents Needed & What’s in a Retail Supply Contract
The documents you need to switch to a Retail Electricity Supplier (RES) under RCOA, what is inside a Retail Supply Contract, how long the switch takes, and your 5-business-day cooling-off rights.
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BlogWishing our Muslim brothers and sisters a peaceful and blessed celebration of this sacred…
🌙 Happy Eid al-Adha! Wishing our Muslim brothers and sisters a peaceful and blessed celebration of this sacred occasion. May the spirit of sacrifice, dev…
Read more →RCOA 100kW: What Philippine Businesses Need to Know About Choosing Their Electricity Supplier
The RCOA program lets Philippine businesses with 100kW+ demand choose their own electricity supplier. With the threshold dropping to 100kW in June 2026, approximately 12,000 more businesses become eligible.
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BlogBehind every step forward is a mother whose love, wisdom, and support continue to lead the way.
Behind every step forward is a mother whose love, wisdom, and support continue to lead the way. Today, we honor the moms who inspire us to dream bigger, s…
Read more →How to Switch Your Electricity Supplier in the Philippines: A Step-by-Step Guide
A practical guide to switching from your distribution utility to a Retail Electricity Supplier under RCOA, from eligibility check to go-live.
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BlogIn today’s competitive landscape, energy strategy matters.
In today’s competitive landscape, energy strategy matters. Mabuhay Energy Corporation (MECO) works with businesses to improve how electricity is sourced a…
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BlogToday, we recognize the hard work and commitment that keep businesses running and energy…
Happy Labor Day! Today, we recognize the hard work and commitment that keep businesses running and energy flowing. From all of us at Mabuhay Energy, we ho…
Read more →What to Look for When Choosing a Retail Electricity Supplier
Choosing an electricity supplier is a decision your business will live with for years. Here are the criteria that matter most, and the questions to ask before signing anything.
Read more →Common Fears About Switching to Open Access, and What Actually Happens
Switching electricity suppliers sounds like a big change. Here are the concerns Mabuhay hears most often from businesses, and the reality behind each one.
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BlogEvery choice we make with energy has an impact. 🌍 This Earth Day, switch wisely and use power…
Every choice we make with energy has an impact. 🌍 This Earth Day, switch wisely and use power responsibly. Mabuhay Energy Corporation is proud to supply…
Read more →What Your Electricity Bill Actually Means: A Line-by-Line Breakdown
Most Philippine businesses pay their electricity bill every month without understanding what each charge actually covers. Here is what every line item means, and which one you can actually change.
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BlogHistory of Philippine Electricity and Mabuhay Energy's Role
The post educates the audience about the history of electricity in the Philippines, focusing on La Electricista de Manila, the first electric company in Manila in the late 1800s. It then links this historical context to Mabuhay Energy's current role as an energy provider.
Read more →What to Expect in Your First 90 Days on Open Access
You signed the contract and submitted your LOI. Now what? A practical timeline of what happens in your first three months after switching to a Retail Electricity Supplier.
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BlogMaligayang Araw ng Kagitingan! 🇵🇭
Maligayang Araw ng Kagitingan! 🇵🇭 Today, we remember the courage and sacrifice of the Filipino and Allied soldiers who fought bravely during the Fall of…
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BlogMabuhay Energy wishes everyone a blessed Easter Sunday.
Mabuhay Energy wishes everyone a blessed Easter Sunday. May we celebrate this day with gratitude for His sacrifice, rejoicing in the hope and new life it…
Read more →How Energy Data Helps Businesses Make Better Decisions
Your electricity bill tells you how much you owe. But without the data behind it, you cannot manage what you cannot see. Here is how energy data changes the way businesses plan, spend, and operate.
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BlogAs we wrap up #WomensMonth, we continue to honor the women of Mabuhay Energy and the stories…
As we wrap up #WomensMonth, we continue to honor the women of Mabuhay Energy and the stories that inspire us every day. 🌸 In today’s feature, meet Ericka…
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Blog🌍🌱 Flip the Switch, Fuel the Future!
🌍🌱 Flip the Switch, Fuel the Future! Mabuhay Energy Corporation joins millions worldwide in switching off the lights for Earth Hour. 🕗 Tonight, from 8:…
Read more →Retail Aggregation Program (RAP) Explained: How Smaller Sites Can Access Open Access
The Retail Aggregation Program lets multiple business sites combine their electricity demand to meet the 100kW RCOA threshold. Ideal for franchise owners, retail chains, and property managers.
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