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Energy Regulatory Commission

ERC

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is a government agency responsible for regulating the energy sector in the Philippines, ensuring reliable and affordable power supply. It oversees power generation, transmission, and distribution, and enforces compliance with energy laws and regulations. Recent actions by the ERC include revoking permits of underperforming power companies and approving new energy projects to address power shortages.

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Recent developments on Energy Regulatory Commission

Mon, September 8, 2025 at 4:01 PM

Labor groups challenge ERC approval of Meralco-EERI power supply deal

A group of labor leaders, environmental lawyers, and consumer advocates has filed a petition at the Court of Appeals to challenge the Energy Regulatory Commission's (ERC) approval of a 1,200-megawatt power supply agreement (PSA) between Meralco and Excellent Energy Resources, Inc. (EERI).

Mon, September 8, 2025 at 12:00 AM

Meralco seeks ERC nod for biogas supply deal

Meralco is seeking approval from the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) for a new 20-year renewable energy supply agreement with First Quezon Biogas Corp. (FQBC).

Sat, September 6, 2025 at 12:00 AM

DOE warns power firms over unfulfilled obligations

The Department of Energy (DOE) is warning power companies that failing to meet their obligations to the public could lead to sanctions, following the revocation of provisional operating authority for the Siquijor Island Power Corp. (Sipcor).

Fri, September 5, 2025 at 12:19 PM

Marcos revokes SIPCOR permit; PROSIELCO to supply Siquijor power

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. announced the revocation of Siquijor Island Power Corporation's (SIPCOR) permit to operate due to a lack of improvement in its power supply services.

Fri, September 5, 2025 at 10:30 AM

PBBM inaugurates 17.8 MW diesel power plants in Siquijor

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. led the ceremonial switch-on of three new diesel power plants in Siquijor province, totaling 17.8 megawatts, to ensure a stable energy supply.

Mon, September 1, 2025 at 12:00 AM

ERC extends Meralco-First Gen gas supply contract to Jan 2026

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has extended a critical gas supply contract between Meralco and First Gen Corp. by five months, pushing the expiration date to January 31, 2026, to ensure energy security.

Fri, August 29, 2025 at 5:22 PM

ERC revokes SIPCOR's provisional authority to operate

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has revoked all provisional authorities to operate of Siquijor Island Power Corporation (SIPCOR), the sole power generation firm in Siquijor.

Tue, August 26, 2025 at 12:00 AM

ERC asks First Gen, Meralco to justify PPA extension

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has asked First Gen Corp. and Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) to justify their proposed extension of a power purchase agreement (PPA) for supply from the Sta. Rita gas-fired power plant.

Mon, August 25, 2025 at 12:00 AM

ERC grants interim relief for Meralco-GNPower deal

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has granted interim relief for a 15-year, 100-megawatt power supply deal between Manila Electric Company (Meralco) and GNPower Dinginin Ltd. Co. (GNPD), effective August 26, 2025.

Wed, August 20, 2025 at 9:16 PM

ERC approves Alternergy's 128MW wind project in Tanay

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has approved Alternergy's 128-megawatt (MW) wind power project in Tanay, Rizal, allowing it to connect to the Luzon grid.