𝐋𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒𝐓 𝐎𝐍 𝐏𝐎𝐖𝐄𝐑⚡  𝐄𝐑𝐂 𝐂𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐬 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐑𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐔𝐂-𝐌𝐄 The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has proposed new Off-Grid Renewable Energy Distributed Energy Resources (DER) Rules that prioritize renewable energy over diesel generation in missionary areas to reduce the Universal Charge for Missionary Electrification (UC-ME) and lower electricity costs for consumers. The framework also introduces incentive mechanisms and an 80/20 export payment scheme to encourage renewable energy deployment while improving the affordability, reliability, and sustainability of off-grid power systems. Read more here: https://businessmirror.com.ph/2026/07/09/erc-crafts-new-rules-on-uc-me/ 𝐄𝐑𝐂 𝐒𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐍𝐨 𝟏𝟐% 𝐂𝐚𝐩 𝐨𝐧 𝐔𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐬 The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) clarified that Philippine law does not impose a 12% cap on the allowable returns of distribution utilities, explaining that electricity rates are determined under the Performance-Based Regulation (PBR) framework using the Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC), which has been upheld by the Supreme Court. The ERC also emphasized that it is addressing delayed rate resets and ensuring that any over-recoveries by distribution utilities are refunded to consumers. Read more here: https://tribune.net.ph/.../erc-says-no-12-cap-on-utility Stay informed on the latest happenings and headlines in the Philippine power industry with Mabuhay Energy’s Weekly News Spotlight! Mabuhay Energy, #YourPartnerForGrowth