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Energy Regulatory Commission

ERC

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is a key regulatory body in the Philippines responsible for overseeing the energy sector, ensuring fair practices, and promoting reliable electricity supply. It plays a central role in implementing policies related to electricity pricing, renewable energy, and grid infrastructure development. Recent initiatives include expanding subsidies for low-income households and streamlining processes for power companies.

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Recent developments on Energy Regulatory Commission

Fri, November 28, 2025 at 12:06 AM

Vivant Corp. secures P3B loan from Chinabank for expansion projects

Vivant Corp. has secured a P3-billion loan from Chinabank to refinance existing debt and fund its expanding power and water infrastructure projects.

Thu, November 20, 2025 at 9:01 PM

ERC warns against increasing commissioners, citing potential gridlock

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) warned that increasing its commissioners from five to nine could lead to more gridlock and prolonged debates, hindering crucial decisions.

Wed, November 19, 2025 at 3:28 PM

DOE to broaden lifeline rate program access for low-income households

The Department of Energy (DOE) is planning to expand and simplify access to the Lifeline Rate Program, which provides electricity subsidies to low-income households.

Mon, November 10, 2025 at 12:31 AM

Meralco warns of higher electricity rates this November

Meralco anticipates a rise in electricity rates for November, marking the second consecutive month of increases.

Wed, November 5, 2025 at 8:40 PM

ERC proposes 100% discount on electricity for 50 kWh consumers

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is proposing to expand the Lifeline Subsidy Program by increasing the electricity consumption threshold to 50 kilowatt hours (kWh) or less per month for a 100% discount.

Tue, October 21, 2025 at 7:15 PM

ERC eases IPO timeline for power firms to level playing field

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has eased the initial public offering (IPO) timetable for power generation companies (gencos) to ensure a level playing field.

Mon, October 20, 2025 at 11:20 PM

ERC approves 74% FIT-All rate hike, electricity bills to increase in November

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has approved a 74.3 percent increase in the feed-in-tariff allowance (FIT-All) rate, which will result in higher electricity bills for households starting in November.

Mon, October 13, 2025 at 11:52 AM

Meralco raises rates by P0.2331 per kWh for October

Meralco announced a P0.2331 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) increase in electricity rates for October, resulting in a higher overall rate of P13.3182 per kWh for a typical household.

Fri, October 10, 2025 at 12:04 AM

Manila Water expands renewable energy use to 214 facilities

Manila Water has expanded its participation in the Retail Aggregation Program (RAP) by adding 56 more facilities, increasing its total to 214 sites across Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna, and Metro Manila.

Mon, October 6, 2025 at 12:00 AM

DOE OKs Meralco auction for 200MW renewable energy supply

The Department of Energy (DOE) has approved Meralco's request to conduct an auction for 200 megawatts of renewable energy baseload supply.