Decades after the oil shocks, Mindanao remains vulnerable to fuel price spikes, exposing deep inequalities and the urgent need for energy reform.
LOOK: UP Scientists Map Hidden Volcanoes, And Faults. What They Spot Beneath Could Boost PH Clean Energy
UP-MSI scientists map submarine volcanoes, unmapped Palawan faults, and identify strong OTEC potential in Philippine waters. Beneath the waves of the Sulu Sea, Celebes Sea, and southern Philippine Sea, Filipino scientists have uncovered a world of hidden volcanoes, unmapped faults,…
EXPLAINER: How Global Warming Is Making The Philippines More Vulnerable To Disasters
Global warming is no longer a distant threat for the Philippinesโit is actively reshaping the countryโs risk landscape, making extreme weather more frequent, intense, and deadly. International environmental group 350.org sounded the alarm after new data showed that 2025 was…
Report: Asia leads global renewables growth but remains worldโs coal hub
MANILA, Philippines โ Asia is emerging as the worldโs fastest-growing region for renewable energy, but it remains heavily dependent on coal, underscoring the complexity of its energy transition, according to a new report by Energy Tracker Asia released on December…
Why Flexible Energy Systems Are Key to a Sustainable Future
The clock is ticking. To keep our planet habitable, we must peak global carbon emissions by 2025 and cut them in half by 2030. The task is daunting, but the solution is clear: we need to triple renewable energy and…
Guiuan Embraces Renewable Energy with 60-kWp Hybrid Solar PV System
Guiuan, Eastern Samar, is taking a bold step toward sustainable energy with the installation of a 60-kilowatt-peak (kWp) On-Grid Hybrid Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System. In a turnover ceremony on February 27 at the Guiuan Municipal Hall grounds, local officials, community…
Olutanga Islandโs Power Struggle and the Promise of Renewable, Stable Energy (Part 2 of Two)
One question that lingers in the minds of many is why a French company like HDF Energy would choose a remote island like Olutanga for such an ambitious project. Geze said HDF Energy focuses on remote areas like Olutanga Island…
Olutanga Islandโs Power Struggle and the Promise of Renewable, Stable Energy (Part 1 of Two)
Separated by a strait from the mainland of Zamboanga Sibugay, Olutanga Island is a place of breathtaking beauty, where turquoise waters meet lush green landscapes. But behind its idyllic scenery lies a community grappling with a persistent and crippling energy…
Philippines Faces Funding Hurdles in Renewable Energy Push
The Philippinesโ energy transition goals face a formidable obstacle: persistent financing challenges, particularly in the renewable energy sector, according to the Department of Energy (DOE). โIf the financial requirements or the financial resources were there, we can go as the…
Powering Philippine Tourism: A Bright Future with Solar Energy
Bohol, the Philippinesโ first UNESCO Global Geopark, is leading the way in harnessing clean energy to support its flourishing tourism industry. It turned to harnessing solar energy to meet the growing demand for infrastructure and energy. In 2023, Bohol experienced…
Mindanao Poised for Economic Growth in 2025, Says MinDA Chief
Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) Chair Secretary Leo Tereso A. Magno has painted an optimistic picture of the economic future of Mindanao, highlighting several key drivers that are expected to power the regionโs growth in 2025. โThe economic outlook for Mindanao…
Major Stories in the Philippines: A Look Back at 2024
This is a comprehensive overview of the Philippines in 2024. It highlights key events such as territorial tensions, climate resilience, economic initiatives, cultural milestones, and sports achievements. Daily Sun Chronicle recalls the major stories of the year as 2024 draws…
