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Energy Regulatory Commission

ERC

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is the regulatory body overseeing the electricity sector in the Philippines, responsible for approving rates, power agreements, and infrastructure projects to ensure reliable and affordable energy supply. Recent decisions by the ERC include approving significant increases in feed-in tariffs, renewable energy projects, and grid enhancement initiatives to support the country's energy transition and stability. These actions highlight the ERC's role in balancing the needs of consumers, energy producers, and the overall energy infrastructure in the Philippines.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Tue, October 21, 2025 at 1:11 AM

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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.

Sat, October 4, 2025 at 12:00 AM

ERC approves Lihangin Wind Energy Corp. 206.25 MW wind farm connection to Visayas grid

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has approved Lihangin Wind Energy Corp. (LWEC) to connect its 206.25-megawatt wind farm in Northern Samar to the Visayas grid.

Fri, September 26, 2025 at 1:48 PM

ERC reviews P93.68B NGCP projects for grid enhancement

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is evaluating 13 capital expenditure projects proposed by the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) amounting to P93.68 billion.

Thu, September 25, 2025 at 7:00 PM

PBBM signs National Nuclear Energy Safety Act, creates PhilATOM

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed Republic Act 12305, the Philippine National Nuclear Energy Safety Act, establishing the Philippine Atomic Energy Regulatory Authority (PhilATOM) to regulate the peaceful, safe, and secure use of nuclear energy and radiation sources.

Thu, September 25, 2025 at 4:20 PM

IEMOP celebrates 7th anniversary with lowest spot market prices in 5 years

The Independent Electricity Market Operator of the Philippines (IEMOP) is celebrating its seventh anniversary, marking significant achievements in improving the country's electricity market.

Sun, September 14, 2025 at 8:08 PM

ERC to decide on NGCP capex proposals this month

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) aims to release decisions on pending capital expenditure (capex) proposals from the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) within the current month.