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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
Market UpdatesCurious about what happened in the energy market this past week?⚡
Curious about what happened in the energy market this past week?⚡ The energy market experienced a welcome rollback in prices compared to the previous week…
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Market UpdatesCurious about what happened in the energy market this past week?⚡
Curious about what happened in the energy market this past week?⚡ The market demand and prices saw a sharp uptick compared to the previous week, driven by…
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Market UpdatesPhilippine Energy Market Update: Monsoon Impact on Demand and Prices
This post provides a weekly update on the Philippine energy market, highlighting increased demand and electricity prices due to monsoon weather and tightening supply conditions. It notes a spike in prices and demand, attributing it to reduced supply capacity and increased derated power plant capacity.
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Market UpdatesCurious about what happened in the energy market this past week?
Curious about what happened in the energy market this past week? The market demand and prices experienced significant volatility throughout the week, heav…
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Market UpdatesCurious about what happened in the energy market this past week?⚡
Curious about what happened in the energy market this past week?⚡ Electricity demand steadily rose to a sustained weekly peak of 11,660 MW. Driven by this…
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Market UpdatesCurious about what happened in the energy market this past week? ⚡
Curious about what happened in the energy market this past week? ⚡ Electricity demand peaked at 16,355 MW last week due to heightened commercial activity.…
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Market UpdatesCurious about what happened in the energy market this past week?⚡
Curious about what happened in the energy market this past week?⚡ The average market demand and price saw a sharp increase. The high capacity of power pla…
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Market Updates⚠️ Luzon & Visayas Grid Power Alert ⚠️
⚠️ Luzon & Visayas Grid Power Alert ⚠️ The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) has placed the Luzon & Visayas Grids under a power alert to…
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Market UpdatesMetro Manila is experiencing a heat index of 39°C today, April 29, and similar conditions are…
Extreme Caution Alert! Metro Manila is experiencing a heat index of 39°C today, April 29, and similar conditions are expected tomorrow. With this extreme…
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Market UpdatesCurious about what happened in the energy market this past week?
Curious about what happened in the energy market this past week? The average market demand and price saw a slight uptick. The higher derated capacity of p…
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Market UpdatesMeralco Electricity Price Hike Announcement, April 2026
The post announces that Meralco rates will increase by P0.53/kWh in April 2026, affecting residential customers' monthly bills. It encourages followers to stay updated on energy market happenings.
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Market UpdatesCurious about what happened in the energy market this past week?
Curious about what happened in the energy market this past week? A downward trend in average electricity demand was observed last week, reaching a low of…
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Market UpdatesCurious about what happened in the energy market this past week?
Curious about what happened in the energy market this past week? The average market demand and price saw a slight uptick. The higher derated capacity of p…
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Market UpdatesA new round of oil price hikes takes effect today, March 24. These adjustments reflect a…
Fuel Price Update ⛽️ A new round of oil price hikes takes effect today, March 24. These adjustments reflect a tightening in global supply as market volati…
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Market UpdatesMeralco rates will increase by P0.64/kWh this March 2026, as confirmed in the latest billing…
Electricity Price Hike ⚡ Meralco rates will increase by P0.64/kWh this March 2026, as confirmed in the latest billing update. This adjustment will be refl…
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Market UpdatesFuel Price Surge and Global Market Dynamics
The post announces a significant increase in fuel prices for diesel, gasoline, and kerosene, attributing the rise to ongoing tensions in the Middle East. It cites the Department of Energy as the source and provides a link for more information.
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Market UpdatesCurious about what happened in the energy market this past week?
Curious about what happened in the energy market this past week? A downward trend in average electricity demand was observed last week, reaching a low of…
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Market UpdatesNationwide Fuel Price Surge in March 2026
The post announces a significant second wave of fuel price increases nationwide, attributing it to the escalating crisis in the Middle East.
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Market UpdatesCurious about what happened in the energy market this past week?
Curious about what happened in the energy market this past week? The average market demand and prices saw a slight uptick. Higher derated capacity of powe…
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Market UpdatesFuel prices jumped by as much as ₱1.90/liter this week as global markets react to escalating…
Fuel Price Update Fuel prices jumped by as much as ₱1.90/liter this week as global markets react to escalating Middle East tensions. These adjusted rates…
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Market UpdatesCurious about what happened in the energy market this past week?
Curious about what happened in the energy market this past week? The average market demand saw a slight uptick, while the market prices declined. In the L…
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Market UpdatesCurious about what happened in the energy market this past week?
Curious about what happened in the energy market this past week? The average market demand and prices saw a slight uptick. Higher derated capacity of powe…
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Market UpdatesCurious about what happened in the energy market this past week?
Curious about what happened in the energy market this past week? The average market demand saw a slight uptick, while the market prices declined. In the L…
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Market UpdatesCurious about what happened in the energy market this past week?
Curious about what happened in the energy market this past week? A downward trend in average electricity demand was observed last week, reaching a low of…
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