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Energy Regulatory Commission chair lawyer Francis Saturnino Juan weighs the pros and cons of electricity hedging in an interview with reporters in Taguig City on Monday (Jan. 26, 2026). Hedging allows buyers to purchase electricity on a contracted price, but Juan said the risks come when the contracted price becomes lower than the price agreed…
In the evolving landscape of sustainable development, renewable energy companies are increasingly expected to do more than generate power. They are asked to navigate environmental sensitivities, community concerns, and regulatory scrutiny—all while keeping long-term growth in sight. For Vena Energy, that balance is now in focus following renewed attention on its proposed wind energy activities…
As the warmer months draw closer, many households begin bracing for the familiar dilemma of staying cool without sending electricity bills soaring. Air conditioning, while essential in the Philippine climate, often comes with the anxiety of higher power consumption. TCL is working to change that narrative by reframing cooling not as a costly necessity, but…
Farmers in Cuyapo, Nueva Ecija are gaining new momentum in their fields as a solar-powered mobile irrigation system, recently turned over by Manuel V. Pangilinan-led Manila Electric Company (Meralco), begins to change how they farm. The initiative provides a cleaner, more sustainable way to irrigate crops, easing both financial strain and environmental impact for local…
Epson is reshaping the way Filipinos think about home entertainment with the launch of its new Lifestudio portable projector lineup—devices that deliver near-4K visual quality on massive screens, rivaling large-screen 4K televisions while offering greater flexibility and comparable pricing to mid-range TV brands. Introduced in Southeast Asia this January 2026, the new Lifestudio range includes…
As employee turnover reaches critical levels across the Philippine BPO industry—now recording the highest attrition rates in Southeast Asia—leading employers are rethinking how they attract, support, and retain their people. Increasingly, the answer is financial wellness. In a clear signal of this shift, Tendo by Tonik has expanded its footprint among the country’s biggest BPO…
There is a quiet shift happening in how work feels. Not louder machines or flashier specs, but a different kind of speed — the kind where ideas move as fast as thought. HP unveiled its newest workstation lineup, including he ZBook Ultra G1a and the Z2 Mini G1a, leans into that shift, turning AI from…
HONOR Philippines is turning up the excitement as it gears up for the nationwide availability of its latest viral smartphone, the HONOR X9d 5G, with a celebration built especially for its growing community of fans. For the first time, the global AI smart devices brand is staging a dedicated Fan Fest, bringing music, prizes, and…
Global AI smart devices brand HONOR Philippines is turning up the excitement as it teams up with Shopee Philippines for Shopee Live on Wheels at Market! Market!, running from January 20 to 24, 2026. The on-ground and livestream event puts the spotlight on HONOR’s newest and toughest smartphone yet, the HONOR X9d 5G, now open…
In an age where digital banking apps dominate the conversation, the daily reality inside bank branches tells a different story. From opening new accounts to updating passbooks, banking still depends heavily on physical documents that demand precision, security, and speed. For millions of customers, these paper-based touchpoints remain central to trust and service quality, placing…