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The Department of Energy manages the national energy sector operations in the Philippines.Well supported4 reports5 developments inside
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The crisis in West Asia has prompted the Department of Energy to drive energy and mobility policy for the Philippines, focusing on energy security.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Geopolitical tensions are driving up shipping costs, prompting coordination with the DoE on energy price adjustments in the Philippines.Some support1 report
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Recurring alerts and rotational brownouts were reported starting May 26, involving National Grid Corp. of the Philippines, the Department of Energy, and the House of Representatives.Some support1 report3 developments inside
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A city council is addressing power deficit issues while NGCP manages nationwide electricity transmission.Some support1 report
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The Department of Energy is coordinating the restoration of Mindanao units and deploying battery storage in Negros and Leyte to support the Visayas grid.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Meralco, the Department of Energy, and various companies including Nissan and Toyota participate in an EV summit promoting electric vehicle adoption in the Philippines.Some support1 report
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Advocates are pushing for the return of national grid planning to the Department of Energy, noting that Luzon has excess capacity that could assist the Visayas region.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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DoE evaluates partnerships with Middle East majors while PNOC commits to building a storage facility in Bataan.Some support2 reports
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Amid geopolitical tensions, the Department of Energy is managing fuel prices in the Philippines, while the Civil Aeronautics Board issues advisories for domestic flights.Some support2 reports
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Grid maintenance in Cebu requires load shedding.Some support1 report
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The Department of Energy ordered a Michigan utility to keep a plant running.Some support34 reports
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The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) regulates wholesale electricity prices in Cebu.Some support1 report
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DOE regulatory action affects franchise implementation.Some support1 report
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US-Iran military action is driving crude prices, prompting the Department of Finance to await DOE certification regarding tax policy.Some support3 reports
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The Department of Energy is crafting a comprehensive energy master plan for Panay.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Department of Energy is seeking international support for its national oil reserve project.Some support1 report1 development inside
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DOE expects coal units to stabilize power supply as the House of Representatives inquires into power outages in Visayas.Some support1 report
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The DOE is managing geothermal capacity auctions in the Philippines.Some support1 report
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The Department of Energy confirmed preparations for the revival of an oil and gas field situated in a province of Cebu, with local officials pushing for direct involvement.Some support4 reports
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The Asian Development Bank assists the Department of Energy in evaluating geothermal applications.Some support2 reports
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Tulfo and Gatchalian introduced a bill in the Senate to strengthen the Department of Energy's powers over oil companies.Some support2 reports
One to three months ago
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The Department of Energy plans a future oil storage facility in collaboration with Japan.Some support1 report
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The Department of Energy is actively pushing for clean energy transitions within the Philippine energy sector, specifically mentioning Quezon province.Some support1 report
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Pulse Asia conducted a nationwide survey in the Philippines, coinciding with the Department of Energy issuing a circular removing solar barriers.Some support1 report
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Sandro Marcos and Bojie Dy both expressed support for a new solar bill, influencing Department of Energy actions.Some support1 report
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DOE directed Meralco to execute PPA extension for power sourcing from Batangas into the Luzon grid.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Presley De Jesus presses the Department of Energy regarding the regulation of power plant siting practices in the Philippines.Some support1 report
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The Philippine DOE announced minimum fuel price cuts amid crude supply disruptions and easing US-Iran tensions.Some support3 reports
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Maton PSHPP project is undergoing DENR environmental review and DOE approved its configuration change to stabilize Luzon's power grid.Some support1 report
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Trump announced a deal to halt attacks against Iran, while the Department of Energy manages local fuel prices in Manila amid oil price fluctuations.Some support2 reports
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New rules mandate improved operational performance and maintenance for generation companies.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Government bodies approved fuel subsidy increases and ordered livelihood packages amid volatile fuel prices in the Middle East.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The Department of Energy announced minimum price reductions for fuel, involving Jetti.Some support1 report
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The Department of Energy and Meralco are discussing industry viability under proposed EPIRA amendments.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Department of Energy and Meralco are assessing the pricing structure for a comprehensive review.Some support2 reports
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Marcos sought energy reforms from the Department of Energy, which are expected to affect Meralco operations.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Claire Castro urged utilities to curb theft as the Department of Energy clarified the scope of Marcos' energy proposals.Some support1 report
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President Marcos Jr. ordered the Department of Energy to normalize the power situation.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Agencies, including DENR and the Department of Energy, are pushing for Waste-to-Energy solutions to address the waste crisis in Metro Manila, with the President calling for law updates.Well supported5 reports
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Hashimoto describes TMP's biofuel testing, which involves collaboration with the Department of Energy and the Department of Agriculture.Some support1 report
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Cayetano, a minority leader in the Senate, called for Department of Energy involvement regarding Meralco's impact on the Luzon grid.Some support1 report
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The Department of Energy developed an EV industry roadmap for the Philippines, advocating for energy reform.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Agencies, including the Department of Information and Communications Technology and the Department of Energy, are coordinating efforts to improve remote school access.Some support1 report
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The Department of Energy is investigating operational failures and outages among power producers.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Crude prices in Dubai have fallen below a critical trigger level.Some support2 reports
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Senate President Win Gatchalian urged the Department of Energy to reduce red tape on solar installations and draw lessons from Pakistan's consumer-driven solar boom.Some support1 report
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Meralco is coordinating with the Department of Energy regarding permitting requirements for its power generation operations in the Philippines.Some support4 reports1 development inside
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Multiple solar and wind energy projects are active across Pangasinan, Aklan, and Isabela, with companies meeting service contract commitments to the DOE.Some support1 report
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DOE provided an energy update for Luzon, while RDC held regional meetings in Zambales and Ortega chaired RDC-1.Some support1 report
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Suspects from Tiaong were arrested in Boac, where the Department of Energy governs petroleum products.Some support1 report
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On June 20, 2026, facts emerged regarding Minnesota, including its location of Duluth, the state's vote for Kamala Harris, and the role of the DOE in grants affecting Minnesota power.Some support1 report
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The Ombudsman filed a complaint regarding alleged damages and graft involving a former DOE Secretary and a gas project share.Some support2 reports
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A testing facility was used for fuel blend evaluation, and support was sought for testing activities involving the Department of Energy and Control Data Corporation.Some support1 report
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Bilateral talks are underway in Kazan between representatives from Manila and the Department of Energy to discuss energy and nuclear cooperation with Russia.Some support1 report
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NGCP announced declining transmission rates while DOE set final consultation on a coal mine bid and ERC addressed rate reset delays.Some support1 report
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NIA Administrator Eddie Guillen spoke to the Daily Tribune on June 14, 2026.Some support1 report
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The Department of Energy is overseeing the Agus-Pulangi complex near Lake Lanao.Some support1 report
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Robinsons Malls, which operates a nationwide mall network in the Philippines, has joined a government energy-saving campaign.Some support1 report
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The Department of Energy and Energy Regulatory Commission discussed electricity price control via secondary price cap.Some support1 report
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Recent events traced to Department of Energy, step by stepAround Department of Energy this week
News at the entities that move Department of Energy most-
ombudsman StructuralCalls were made to the Ombudsman and Parliament to investigate prison conditions and urge the President to grant special allowances to prison staff.Moves Department of Energy
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Marcos StructuralNetanyahu faces an ICC arrest warrant while the Philippines ranks as a major importer of Israeli arms.Moves Department of Energy
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Metro Manila StructuralLTFRB approved fare increases for public utilities in Metro Manila, driven by regional conflict and rising global oil prices.Moves Department of Energy
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Philippines StructuralMarcos met with Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan, while Teodoro's foreign policy remarks were compared to those of Jay Tarriela.Moves Department of Energy
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Middle East Shared contextAuthorities are investigating an incident at a base in Fairford, with possible links to Iran and Russia.Moves Department of Energy
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Asian Development Bank OperationalThe Asian Development Bank has lifted its growth outlook for developing Asia and maintained its forecast for China at 4.6%, noting energy costs from the Middle East conflict.Moves Department of Energy
Connections
The 40 strongest of 87, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Leandro Leviste Transactional
The Department of Energy filed a formal complaint against Leandro Leviste.
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Metro Manila Structural
The Department of Energy regulates energy and fuel prices, directly impacting the infrastructure and cost of living in Metro Manila.
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Davao Occidental Structural
The Department of Energy, as a national body, exercises its authority to implement a price freeze affecting the regional entity of Davao Occidental.
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Meralco Structural
The relationship is a formal regulatory structure where the DOE issues directives, sets policy parameters, and oversees Meralco's operations regarding energy sector compliance.
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Philippines Structural
The Department of Energy functions as the national regulatory and policy-setting body for the energy sector within the Philippines.
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ombudsman Structural
The Ombudsman initiated a formal complaint regarding alleged damages related to solar energy ventures involving the Department of Energy.
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cabinet Operational
The Department of Energy provides expert advice and technical briefings to the Cabinet regarding energy policy and market conditions.
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Sharon Garin Structural
Sharon Garin holds the appointed position of Energy Secretary within the Department of Energy.
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Department of Finance Structural
The Department of Finance awaits certification from the Department of Energy regarding crude prices.
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Mindanao Operational
The Department of Energy actively monitors and oversees the power grid operations within the Mindanao region.
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Panay Structural
The Department of Energy regulates and crafts energy master plans for the Panay region.
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Department of Finance Structural
The Department of Energy's certification is a required prerequisite before the Department of Finance can propose tax suspensions.
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Middle East Shared context
The Department of Energy is affected by geopolitical instability in the Middle East, causing supply disruptions and fuel price volatility.
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Marcos Structural
Marcos directs the Department of Energy to pursue and implement energy policy reforms.
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Negros Occidental Structural
Negros Occidental relies on the national energy framework overseen by the Department of Energy for its power supply stability.
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Robinsons Malls Structural
Robinsons Malls participates in a government energy-saving campaign led by the Department of Energy.
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El Niño Operational
DoE monitors El Niño patterns to assess impacts on the power generation sector.
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Claire Castro Operational
A, in her capacity as PCO Undersecretary, provides support for the Department of Energy's policy reviews.
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Alfonso Cusi Structural
Alfonso Cusi held a former role as Secretary within the Department of Energy and was implicated in a graft case.
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Asian Development Bank Operational
ADB provides functional support and collaborates with DOE on geothermal and PFM projects.
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Cis Structural
Cis is involved in a testing facility whose work is evaluated for fuel blend evaluation on behalf of the Department of Energy.
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Office of Civil Defense Structural
Civil defense operations are functionally dependent on stable power supply, which falls under the Department of Energy's domain.
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Erwin Tulfo Operational
Tulfo uses his platform to advocate for and enhance the powers and scope of the Department of Energy.
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Sarangani Structural
The Department of Energy is formally intervening in Sarangani by implementing a price freeze.
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Boac Structural
The Department of Energy governs the petroleum products traded in Boac.
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Dubai Shared context
The Department of Energy tracks Dubai crude prices, which are noted to influence tax policy.
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Sandro Marcos Structural
The Department of Energy's actions are influenced by political support from figures like Sandro Marcos.
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Bataan Transactional
A commitment has been made by PNOC to establish a storage facility within the geographical boundaries of Bataan.
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Department of Environment and Natural Resources Operational
The two agencies collaborate on pushing Waste-to-Energy solutions to address the national waste crisis.
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AboitizPower Operational
The two entities are actively engaged in discussions and work regarding the future of the energy sector.
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Presley De Jesus Operational
Presley De Jesus advocates for specific regulatory actions taken by the Department of Energy regarding power plant siting.
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The two government agencies coordinate efforts to improve remote school access.
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Minnesota Structural
The Department of Energy manages grants that affect the power sector within Minnesota.
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Alan Peter Cayetano Operational
Alan Peter Cayetano called for the Department of Energy's involvement in a commission.
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house of representatives Operational
The two government entities are shown to be co-experiencing operational issues, specifically recurring alerts and rotational brownouts.
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city council Operational
The City Council monitors and addresses power deficit issues stemming from the nationwide electricity transmission managed under the Department of Energy's purview.
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Risa Hontiveros Shared context
Risa Hontiveros discusses policy matters related to the energy sector overseen by the Department of Energy.
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Bangsamoro Shared context
The Department of Energy is noted for coordinating stable power supply.
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Saudi Arabia Operational
The DoE operates within the global energy market, which is significantly influenced by production decisions made in Saudi Arabia.
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Pampanga Operational
The local government structure of Pampanga coordinates with the national Department of Energy regarding power restoration efforts.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
13 events- Geopolitical tensions are driving up shipping costs, prompting coordination with the DoE on energy price adjustments in the Philippines.
- A city council is addressing power deficit issues while NGCP manages nationwide electricity transmission.
- The Department of Energy is coordinating the restoration of Mindanao units and deploying battery storage in Negros and Leyte to support the Visayas grid.
- Meralco, the Department of Energy, and various companies including Nissan and Toyota participate in an EV summit promoting electric vehicle adoption in the Philippines.
- Advocates are pushing for the return of national grid planning to the Department of Energy, noting that Luzon has excess capacity that could assist the Visayas region.
- DoE evaluates partnerships with Middle East majors while PNOC commits to building a storage facility in Bataan.
- Grid maintenance in Cebu requires load shedding.
- The Department of Energy ordered a Michigan utility to keep a plant running.
- The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) regulates wholesale electricity prices in Cebu.
- DOE regulatory action affects franchise implementation.
- US-Iran military action is driving crude prices, prompting the Department of Finance to await DOE certification regarding tax policy.
- DOE expects coal units to stabilize power supply as the House of Representatives inquires into power outages in Visayas.
- The DOE is managing geothermal capacity auctions in the Philippines.
August 2026
13 events- The Department of Energy is crafting a comprehensive energy master plan for Panay.
- The Asian Development Bank assists the Department of Energy in evaluating geothermal applications.
- Tulfo and Gatchalian introduced a bill in the Senate to strengthen the Department of Energy's powers over oil companies.
- The Department of Energy plans a future oil storage facility in collaboration with Japan.
- The Department of Energy is actively pushing for clean energy transitions within the Philippine energy sector, specifically mentioning Quezon province.
- Pulse Asia conducted a nationwide survey in the Philippines, coinciding with the Department of Energy issuing a circular removing solar barriers.
- Sandro Marcos and Bojie Dy both expressed support for a new solar bill, influencing Department of Energy actions.
- Presley De Jesus presses the Department of Energy regarding the regulation of power plant siting practices in the Philippines.
- The Philippine DOE announced minimum fuel price cuts amid crude supply disruptions and easing US-Iran tensions.
- Maton PSHPP project is undergoing DENR environmental review and DOE approved its configuration change to stabilize Luzon's power grid.
- Trump announced a deal to halt attacks against Iran, while the Department of Energy manages local fuel prices in Manila amid oil price fluctuations.
- Government bodies approved fuel subsidy increases and ordered livelihood packages amid volatile fuel prices in the Middle East.
- The Department of Energy announced minimum price reductions for fuel, involving Jetti.
July 2026
16 events- The crisis in West Asia has prompted the Department of Energy to drive energy and mobility policy for the Philippines, focusing on energy security.
- Amid geopolitical tensions, the Department of Energy is managing fuel prices in the Philippines, while the Civil Aeronautics Board issues advisories for domestic flights.
- DOE directed Meralco to execute PPA extension for power sourcing from Batangas into the Luzon grid.
- New rules mandate improved operational performance and maintenance for generation companies.
- The Department of Energy and Meralco are discussing industry viability under proposed EPIRA amendments.
- The Department of Energy and Meralco are assessing the pricing structure for a comprehensive review.
- Marcos sought energy reforms from the Department of Energy, which are expected to affect Meralco operations.
- Claire Castro urged utilities to curb theft as the Department of Energy clarified the scope of Marcos' energy proposals.
- Agencies, including DENR and the Department of Energy, are pushing for Waste-to-Energy solutions to address the waste crisis in Metro Manila, with the President calling for law updates.
- Hashimoto describes TMP's biofuel testing, which involves collaboration with the Department of Energy and the Department of Agriculture.
- Cayetano, a minority leader in the Senate, called for Department of Energy involvement regarding Meralco's impact on the Luzon grid.
- The Department of Energy developed an EV industry roadmap for the Philippines, advocating for energy reform.
- Agencies, including the Department of Information and Communications Technology and the Department of Energy, are coordinating efforts to improve remote school access.
- The Department of Energy is investigating operational failures and outages among power producers.
- Crude prices in Dubai have fallen below a critical trigger level.
- Senate President Win Gatchalian urged the Department of Energy to reduce red tape on solar installations and draw lessons from Pakistan's consumer-driven solar boom.
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June 2026
18 events- The Department of Energy manages the national energy sector operations in the Philippines.
- Recurring alerts and rotational brownouts were reported starting May 26, involving National Grid Corp. of the Philippines, the Department of Energy, and the House of Representatives.
- The Department of Energy is seeking international support for its national oil reserve project.
- The Department of Energy confirmed preparations for the revival of an oil and gas field situated in a province of Cebu, with local officials pushing for direct involvement.
- President Marcos Jr. ordered the Department of Energy to normalize the power situation.
- Meralco is coordinating with the Department of Energy regarding permitting requirements for its power generation operations in the Philippines.
- Multiple solar and wind energy projects are active across Pangasinan, Aklan, and Isabela, with companies meeting service contract commitments to the DOE.
- DOE provided an energy update for Luzon, while RDC held regional meetings in Zambales and Ortega chaired RDC-1.
- Suspects from Tiaong were arrested in Boac, where the Department of Energy governs petroleum products.
- On June 20, 2026, facts emerged regarding Minnesota, including its location of Duluth, the state's vote for Kamala Harris, and the role of the DOE in grants affecting Minnesota power.
- The Ombudsman filed a complaint regarding alleged damages and graft involving a former DOE Secretary and a gas project share.
- A testing facility was used for fuel blend evaluation, and support was sought for testing activities involving the Department of Energy and Control Data Corporation.
- Bilateral talks are underway in Kazan between representatives from Manila and the Department of Energy to discuss energy and nuclear cooperation with Russia.
- NGCP announced declining transmission rates while DOE set final consultation on a coal mine bid and ERC addressed rate reset delays.
- NIA Administrator Eddie Guillen spoke to the Daily Tribune on June 14, 2026.
- The Department of Energy is overseeing the Agus-Pulangi complex near Lake Lanao.
- Robinsons Malls, which operates a nationwide mall network in the Philippines, has joined a government energy-saving campaign.
- The Department of Energy and Energy Regulatory Commission discussed electricity price control via secondary price cap.