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: 𝐑𝐂𝐎𝐀 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐭 𝐒𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐀𝐠𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 On February 7, 2025, Manila Water transitioned ten facilities (500 kW), mainly consisting of Sewage Treatment Plants (STP) located in various locations within MERALCO's franchise area to the contestable market under the expanded Retail Aggregation Program (RAP), advancing Retail Competition and Open Access (RCOA). READ MORE: https://www.facebook.com/ERCgovPH/photos/rcoa-milestone-with-first-pilot-switch-under-retail-aggregation-program09-februa/939842921626501/ 𝐃𝐎𝐄: 𝐑𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐇𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐝 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 In 2024, the Philippines achieved a record growth in renewable energy, adding 794.34 MW, which exceeded the total Renewable Energy capacity installed from 2021 to 2023. The net-metering program contributed 141 MW, while own-use RE projects added 252 MW since 2009. Energy Secretary Raphael Lotilla credited policy improvements and government commitment to clean energy. READ MORE: https://malaya.com.ph/business/corporate/renewable-energy-capacity-hits-record-growth-doe/ Image Source: Daily Inquirer Want to stay updated on the headlines in the Philippine power industry? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter today! Connect with our energy professionals by emailing us at info@mabuhayenergy.com. Mabuhay Energy, #YourPartnerForGrowth