Typhoon-proof wind turbines to help Philippines keep lights on
TOKYO/MANILA — The Philippines frequently finds itself in the path of powerful typhoons, and a Japanese startup is working on wind power equipment that can stand up to the storms. Challenergy, the startup, is betting there will be high demand for typhoon-proof turbines on remote Philippine islands that often take direct hits and lack sufficient […]
UAE ready to host COP28; thanks PH for support
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is ready to host the 28th Climate Conference with a focus on highlighting the economic opportunities in climate action. In a statement over the weekend, the UAE Embassy in Manila thanked the Philippine government for supporting its bid for the conference, which is set to take place in Dubai from […]
Udenna unit ‘financially ready’ to operate Malampaya project
UDENNA Corp. subsidiary Malampaya Energy XP Pte Ltd. said it is financially prepared to operate the Malampaya project as its pending acquisition of shares in the gas field’s operator Shell Philippines Exploration B.V. (SPEx) was fully underwritten and funded through bank loans.
UGE Signs Nine New Commercial Solar Projects in the Philippines
UGE International Ltd. is pleased to announce nine new projects signed by its UGE Philippines subsidiary, totaling 3MW in rated capacity.
UK and the Philippines partner on climate and environment
The two countries have agreed to share and agree with each other’s climate priorities, including energy transition and nature-based solutions
UK goes green with Philippines: Developing renewable energy projects and disaster response initiatives
In a recent move to strengthen the renewable energy sector in the Philippines amid the current power crisis, the United Kingdom is actively engaging in collaborative efforts for green energy investments. These initiatives, confirmed by Iain Cox, Political Counsellor at the British Embassy in Manila, are destined for provinces including Isabela, offering alternatives to traditional energy sources.
UN special rapporteur recognizes PH envi, climate policies
GENEVA, Switzerland – United Nations Special Rapporteur on Environment David Boyd recognized as good practices the Philippine government’s robust policies to realize the right to a safe, clean, healthy and sustainable environment.
Unioil sets off price cut: P1.20/liter
Consumers can expect an oil price rollback of as much as P1.20 per liter this week to reflect the movement of price in the world market amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Unioil sets off price rollback
Consumers can expect a price rollback of as much as P0.50 per liter of pump prices this week due to the slump in demand from the United States, one of the world’s biggest consumers of oil products. “Diesel should go down by P0.40 to P0.50 per liter and gasoline by P0.30 to P0.40 per liter,” […]
University of Surrey project wins UK-Philippines Newton Prize
STAG HILL, UNITED KINGDOM, FEB 4, 2020 — A University of Surrey project that aims to convert wastewater into nutrient rich fertilizer is leading the way on improving the health and prosperity of rapidly urbanizing areas in the Philippines and Southeast Asia. The Newton Prize is an annual £1 million fund developed to showcase how UK […]