Meralco PowerGen Corp. (MGEN), together with its partners, today inaugurated MTerra Solar Phase 1, marking the completion of the first phase of what is set to become the world's largest integrated solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage system (BESS). The milestone underscores the Philippines' growing leadership in large-scale renewable ener...

Emerging Power Inc. (EPI), the renewable energy arm of natural resources leader Nickel Asia Corporation (NAC), has clinched a major regional accolade for its flagship solar venture at the prestigious Asset Triple A Awards Sustainable Infrastructure Finance Awards 2026. The company's 145-MWp facility in Subic was named Renewable Energy Deal of the Year ...

In a ceremony witnessed by Finance Secretary Frederick D. Go, Acwa Power Philippines signed a Joint Development Agreement (JDA) with Emerging Power Inc. (EPI) to explore the development of up to 5,000 megawatts (MW) of renewable and gas-fired power generation capacity across the Philippines. The JDA aims to provide renewable and gas-fired power generat...

The German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GPCCI) hosted the Conference on German Sustainable Energy Solutions – Industrial Efficiency & Clean Tech at Makati Diamond Residences on 24 March 2026. The conference is part of the business mission focused on German sustainable energy solutions, carried out under the German Energy Solutions Init...

Greenlight Holdings Inc. (GRHI), a joint venture between Emerging Power Inc. (EPI) and Shell Overseas Investments BV (SOIBV), has secured a ₱9.36-billion project finance senior term loan facility for the construction of the 240-megawatt-peak (MWp) San Isidro Leyte Solar Power Project. The financing was provided by China Banking Corp. (China Bank) and S...

Jobin-SQM Inc. (JSI), a subsidiary of Nickel Asia Corporation’s clean energy arm, Emerging Power Inc. (EPI), recently turned over ₱4.44 million to the Peninsula Electric Cooperative, Inc. (PENELCO) to fund the expansion of critical power infrastructure in Bataan. The infrastructure project focuses on the extension of distribution lines in selected area...

Meralco PowerGen Corporation (MGEN), through its affiliate Terra Solar Philippines Inc., has energized the first 250 megawatts (MW) of its solar capacity, marking the start of commercial operations and a key step in the country’s transition to cleaner energy. The milestone represents a critical phase in the project’s staged development and comes amid h...

“Speaking to the media at the Australian Embassy’s Annual Journalists’ Reception, Australia’s Ambassador to the Philippines, His Excellency Marc Innes-Brown, honored Filipino journalists for connecting people and illuminating the truth. He emphasized that fearless reporting and quality journalism are essential for upholding democracy and strengthening tie...

As the Philippines moves toward smarter and more sustainable transport systems, one company is positioning itself at the heart of that transformation: Geotab, a global leader in connected transportation solutions. With the launch of Geotab Ace in Southeast Asia, the company introduces an AI-powered digital assistant that brings fleet management to a ne...

An interview with Austrade Commissioner Luisa Rust “Trade and investment ties between Australia and the Philippines are robust and steadily growing, underpinned by strong bilateral agreements and shared strategic interests. Two-way trade is at $10.7 billion in 2024, with the Philippines being Australia’s 20th largest two-way goods and services trading ...

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources–Mines and Geosciences Bureau (DENR-MGB) recently played a key role in shaping the future direction of regional geoscience efforts by participating in the 2nd Coordinating Committee for Geoscience Programmes in East and Southeast Asia (CCOP) Strategic Plan 2026–2030 Working Group Meeting. The meeting, ...

Meralco PowerGen Corporation (MGEN), through its affiliate Terra Solar Philippines Inc. (MTerra Solar), has reached a significant milestone in the construction of the MTerra Solar plant—with 778 megawatts (MW) of solar photovoltaic (PV) panels now installed on-site. This achievement exceeds the project’s 750 MW target and positions MTerra Solar as the ...

Environment Secretary Raphael P.M. Lotilla recently called on officials at the Department of Environment and Natural Resources to adopt a more assertive and strategic posture in defending the Philippines’ maritime rights in the West Philippine Sea. During a DENR symposium, Lotilla emphasized the agency’s critical role in reinforcing the landmark 2016 P...

The Philippines' rich mineral deposits come with unique operational challenges that test even the most robust equipment. From the copper mines of Luzon to the nickel operations in Mindanao, mining companies face intense tropical weather, corrosive environments, and remote locations that demand exceptional reliability from their dewatering systems. This is...

A significant global challenge we currently confront is the overwhelming production of waste, especially plastics that decompose gradually into microplastics. The issue of plastic pollution has escalated into a serious worldwide concern, presenting a clear and straightforward solution, yet it remains unaddressed by many. Plastic pollution persists as o...

Without comprehensive geotechnical ground investigations, even the most advanced mining projects can face devastating delays, increased costs, and safety risks. Geotechnical ground conditions are the single biggest risk to establishing a mine, its infrastructure including tailings storage facilities, large earthworks and tunnelling related projects.  Y...