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Games and Amusements Board (GAB) Chairman Atty. Francisco Rivera welcomed Professional Chess Association of the Philippines (PCAP) President Atty. Paul Elauria, Laguna 7 Lakes Team Owner and PenOne Sports Director John Alexander, and PenOne Sports Sales Manager Hazel Cauzon at the GAB Central Office in Makati City. Joining the officials in the courtesy call are […]
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has approved the Gas Auction Implementing Rules (GAIR). These Rules set the price ceiling, the fuel cost safeguards and the payment system for the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Mid-Merit Natural Gas Capacity Auction Program. The Commission adopted the Rules at its recent meeting. It did so under DOE Department Circular […]
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC), as part of its preparation for the resumption of the redesigned Reserve Market, issued for public comment a draft resolution establishing a Secondary Price Cap (SPC) in the Reserve or Ancillary Service (AS) Market of the Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM). The proposal aims to protect consumers against sustained elevated […]
Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) Chairperson and CEO Atty. Francis Saturnino Juan joined President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. at the Malampaya Onshore Gas Plant to mark the first flow of natural gas from two new Malampaya Phase 4 wells. The wells, Malampaya East-1 and Camago-3, add an estimated 222 billion cubic feet of recoverable gas reserves. They […]
The Games and Amusements Board (GAB), led by Chairman Atty. Francisco Rivera, welcomed BoxRec officials John and Marina Sheppard during a courtesy visit, reaffirming their shared commitment to promoting integrity, transparency, and the continued development of professional boxing. The meeting provided an opportunity for both parties to discuss their continuing collaboration, particularly in maintaining accurate and reliable […]
Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) Chairperson and CEO Atty. Francis Saturnino Juan called for clear rules and stronger regulatory cooperation to build confidence in cross-border electricity trade. Speaking at the 4th ASEAN Energy Regulatory Forum in Singapore, Juan stressed the need for clear rules on network access, charges, and responsibilities during supply interruptions to protect consumers, […]
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is advancing reforms in pricing, project approvals, and market rules to encourage power investments that support reliable service and reasonable electricity costs. In his keynote address, “Enabling Investments Through Regulation: Pricing, Approvals & Market Stability,” at the 3rd Philippine Power Plant Energy Summit, ERC Chairperson and CEO Atty. Francis Saturnino […]
Different generations of Filipino chess and billiard athletes came together as Games and Amusements Board (GAB) Chairman Atty. Francisco Rivera welcomed young athletes, professional athletes, and veteran sports personalities during a courtesy visit at the GAB Central Office in Makati City. Joining Rivera during the courtesy call are Commissioner Angel Bautista and Supervising Administrative Officer […]
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC), represented by Chairperson and CEO Atty. Francis Saturnino Juan, underscored the importance of regulatory compliance, transparency, and accountability in strengthening the resilience of the Philippine electricity market during the WESM Compliance Officers (WCO) Summit 2026. Delivering his keynote address titled “Regulatory Compliance and Market Resilience: Preparing for the Future of […]
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has issued a resolution removing the capacity limit for prospective power generating plants. This measure aims to encourage investments in new generation capacity, promote competition in the electricity market, and support the development of a more affordable power supply for Filipino consumers. The Resolution No. 34 removes the previous limits […]