Crackdown vs. fly-by-night solar providers pushed

Philippine News Agency 05/14/2026

MANILA – As more Filipinos consider shifting to solar energy for household consumption, a pro-solar energy lawmaker on Thursday called on concerned government agencies to protect consumers against fly-by-night solar power providers. “Of course, we fully support this…

Kasama sa Kaayo: The leader championing the human side of energy

Bryan G. Fernandez II 05/05/2026

As the call for a just energy transition grows louder, so does the need for leaders who recognize a simple truth: that energy transformation is not powered by technology alone, but by people. At the helm of…

How much is the fuel price increase on May 5?

05/04/2026

Fuel prices are set to increase again on Tuesday, May 5, reversing a brief dip—especially for diesel. So how much will fuel prices increase on Tuesday? READ: Diesel to climb up to P2/liter on May 5 as…

EXPLAINER: How jet fuel shortage will affect airlines and travelers

04/17/2026

NEW YORK— A looming jet fuel shortage in Europe and Asia sparked by the Iran war and the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz could further upend world travel within weeks if oil doesn’t start flowing again soon — meaning higher airfares…

Mideast war revs up electric vehicle demand in Asia

04/16/2026

Hanoi, Vietnam–Electric vehicle (EV) sales have jumped in Southeast Asia as cost-conscious buyers have poured into dealerships looking to dodge the fuel price spikes driven by the Middle East war. Asian nations have been particularly hard hit due…

Excise tax on LPG, kerosene suspended

Luisa Cabato 04/13/2026

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. announced in a press conference on Monday, April 13, 2026, the suspension of excise tax on petroleum products, particularly liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and kerosene. READ: Massive rollback: Diesel…

Cebu barangays told to suspend non-essential activities to save fuel

Morexette Marie Erram 04/09/2026

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Barangays across Cebu are reminded to suspend non-essential activities and intensify energy-saving measures as the country continues to grapple with the fuel crisis. Board Member Celestino “Tining” Martinez III, president of the Association…

Electric dreams: The EV surge in Cebu  

Brian Ochoa, Lyle Andales, Morexette Erram, Pia Piquero 03/23/2026

CEBU CITY — In one of the busiest junctions in Cebu City, the usual hum of engines is replaced by the near-silent glide of electric vehicles. Yes, from compact city cars to crossovers, even two-wheelers, EVs have…

Fuel prices up? Here are 6 ways to stretch every peso

Immae Lachica 03/17/2026

CEBU CITY, Philippines– Have you noticed it? Seems like the fuel prices are soaring high, increasing over our salaries. From daily commutes to grocery runs, you can feel the increase very much! Even a quick trip can…

FUEL PRICE WATCH IN CEBU: As of March 17

CDN Digital 03/17/2026

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Here are the latest fuel price rates around Metro Cebu as of March 17, 2026, based on monitoring conducted by the CDN Digital team. Fuel companies in the Philippines imposed another wave of…

Why reliable energy is critical for Cebu’s growing BPO industry 

Carl Lorenciana 12/15/2025

Cebu’s rise as one of the Philippines’ strongest business process outsourcing (BPO) hubs did not happen by accident. The province’s blend of talent, modern infrastructure, and reputation for reliable service has long made it the outsourcing capital…

Fuel price increase set Nov. 4

Joann Villanueva 11/04/2025

MANILA – Fuel prices are scheduled to increase again on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, by as much as P2.70 per liter. In separate advisories Monday, Seaoil, PTT Philippines, and Jetti Petroleum said the price of their gasoline…

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