ERC Chair Dimalanta resigns, leaving 3 vacancies

Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) Chairperson Monalisa Dimalanta has tendered an 'irrevocable' resignation, announced Malacañang on Monday.

Despite submitting her resignation, Dimalanta continues to hold office until President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. accepts it.

Dimalanta cited personal reasons for leaving after almost three years in the position, during which she faced allegations of misconduct and was reinstated by the president following a preventive suspension.

With only three commissioners remaining, the ERC lacks a quorum to make decisions on pending petitions involving Meralco rate resets and power supply contracts.

Dimalanta advised the president to appoint officials who prioritize consumer interests over business interests and expressed concerns about potential bias in future appointments.

The resignation leaves 3 vacancies at the ERC: a new chair, and two additional commissioners after Catherine Maceda and Alexis Lumbatan retire.