Meralco

Meralco is the primary electricity distributor in the Philippines, focusing on expanding its services through initiatives like the NEST program for nuclear power deployment. The company also invests in renewable energy projects such as a solar and battery storage facility in Central Luzon to meet growing demand and reduce costs. Meralco continues to upgrade infrastructure and enhance reliability across its franchise area, supporting economic growth and development throughout the country.

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Last updated at April 25, 2025.

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Meralco commits to lower prices, invests in solar storage

Manila Electric Company (Meralco) chairman Manuel V. Pangilinan reaffirmed the company's commitment to reducing power prices and ensuring supply reliability during the Giga Summit 2025 in Makati City.
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DoE withdraws exemption for Meralco's coal plants

MERALCO PowerGen Corp. (MGen), the power generation arm of Manila Electric Co., received a communication from the Department of Energy (DoE) withdrawing its previous approval that exempted MGen's 1,273-megawatt coal-fired power plants from the 2020 moratorium on new coal projects.
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Terra Solar secures ₱150B loan for 3,500 MW solar project

Meralco PowerGen Corporation (MGen) announced that its affiliate, Terra Solar Philippines, Inc., has secured a ₱150 billion loan to fund the country's largest integrated solar and battery energy storage project.
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President signs 25-year Meralco franchise extension

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed into law a 25-year extension for the Manila Electric Company (Meralco)'s franchise on Friday, April 11.
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Meralco assures stable electricity during Holy Week

Manila Electric Company (Meralco) assured customers of stable, reliable, and continuous electricity services during Holy Week, with personnel ready to address any power-related concerns throughout the observance.
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Meralco, EDF explore Philippine nuclear power viability

Manila Electric Company (Meralco) has partnered with France's Électricité de France SA (EDF) to explore the potential deployment of nuclear energy in the Philippines.
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Meralco raises rates, adds PHP145 for 200 kWh homes

Manila Electric Company (Meralco) announced a PHP0.7226 per kilowatt hour (kWh) increase in electricity rates, raising the charge to PHP13.0127 per kWh for April.
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Meralco's MPower extends power supply deal with Toyota Aisin

MPOWER, the local retail electricity unit of Manila Electric Company (Meralco), renewed its power supply agreement with Toyota Aisin Philippines, Inc. (TAP) to provide sustainable energy for TAP’s manufacturing plant in Sta. Rosa, Laguna.
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Veteran lawyer Titong Mendoza, who defended Marcoses, Estrada, dies at 95

Veteran lawyer Estelito 'Titong' Mendoza, known for defending high-profile clients including former Philippine presidents and business moguls, passed away on Wednesday, March 26 at the age of 95.
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ERC approves Meralco's purchase of 290 MW from SPPC

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has approved Manila Electric Co.'s (Meralco) purchase of the remaining 290 megawatts under its 1,200-megawatt power supply contract with San Miguel Group's South Premiere Power Corp. (SPPC).
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