Power Podcast Philippines

POWER PODCAST IS ON! Celso Caballero III (President of AboitizPower’s Transition Business Group) brings a dose of reality to the Philippines’ energy evolution. He raises some important points as to why developing nations can't simply copy first-world templates without risking severe economic consequences for everyday citizens. From deploying Southeast Asia's first floating battery energy storage system on a barge to utilizing AI "digital twins" to keep the grid stable, tune in to hear a "te...

WEnergy Global founder, CEO, and board director Atem S. Ramsundersingh joins the Power Podcast to share the story behind the company's flagship microgrid project in Sabang, Palawan, and the years of persistence it took to deliver reliable, clean power to an off-grid community. From the story behind WEnergy Global's flagship project, to why he believes energy security should come before energy costs, Atem discusses the opportunities, challenges, and policies shaping the future of rural electr...

POWER PODCAST IS ON! What does it really take to bring energy to communities beyond the power lines? In our latest episode of Power Podcast, we sit down with Jeffrey Tarayao, President of One Meralco Foundation, to talk about the role of energy in nation-building—from electrifying underserved communities and disaster response to building partnerships that create lasting impact. Watch the full conversation and discover how purpose-driven initiatives are helping shape the future of the ...

The Philippines has some of the highest electricity prices in Asia. So why aren't more businesses going solar? On Power Podcast episode 25, Berde Renewables Inc. co-founders Patrick Zhu and Morris Zhou talk about the challenges of growing a renewable energy business in the Philippines, why many companies still hesitate to go solar, and where they see the biggest opportunities in the market today. Backed by I Squared Capital, Berde Renewables has become one of the country's leading commercia...

POWER PODCAST IS ON! For years, businesses focused on one thing when buying electricity: the lowest rate. But according to COREnergy Head of Sales Marko Sarmiento, today's energy buyers are asking different questions—about supply security, market risks, flexibility, data, and long-term value. In this episode, we talk about how the retail electricity market is evolving, why more companies are treating energy as a strategic business decision, and what organizations should know before choosing a...

POWER PODCAST IS ON! What does it take to lead one of the Philippines’ biggest power companies through the energy transition? For Episode 23 of Power Podcast, Giles B. Puno, President and COO of First Gen Corporation, shares how the company transformed from a conventional power producer into a clean energy leader. He discusses: - Why natural gas remains a critical transition fuel - First Gen’s ambition to become a global geothermal powerhouse through Energy Development Corporation - How pu...

What if your electricity bill could be managed like a business strategy instead of just an overhead cost? In this episode, Power Philippines sits down with Francis del Val, President of COREnergy —an energy solutions provider in the Philippines that helps businesses optimize and manage electricity costs through data-driven insights and tailored energy strategies. The discussion dives into how energy is shifting from a fixed expense to a controllable business lever, especially under the evol...

We are honored to feature a very interesting conversation with Ina Guillermo, President of the Biomass Renewable Energy Alliance (BREA), on the latest episode of Power Podcast. She walks us through the state of biomass in the Philippines—from untapped agricultural potential to the real-world constraints slowing its growth, including feedstock, pricing, and deployment challenges. Power Podcast episode 21 is now streaming! Watch now. Support the show Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3PrdyRS Ap...

POWER PODCAST IS ON! On this week's episode, Citicore Renewable Energy Corporation (CREC) President Oliver Tan shares his insights and experiences that shaped his approach to leadership and growth as he heads one of the Philippines’ largest renewable energy developers. Our conversation also explores CREC’s landmark achievement—the energization of Citicore Solar Batangas 1, a 197 MW solar plant paired with a 320 MWh battery system, which is now delivering baseload-capable solar power on the ...

POWER PODCAST IS ON For Episode 19, Koji Bulahan, Country Sales Manager of SolarEdge, joins Power Podcast to examine how safety-driven inverter design, system reliability, and lifetime performance are becoming critical considerations for solar projects in the Philippines. The conversation looks at climate-related risks, module-level safety and monitoring, fire prevention, and why aligning inverter lifespan with today’s 25-year panels matters more than ever—along with other developments shapi...

Power Podcast is ON! Watch and listen to our conversation with Ruth Yu-Owen, President and CEO of Upgrade Energy Philippines, on building a Filipino-led renewable energy development firm working across solar, wind, and battery storage for commercial, industrial, and utility-scale projects. Ms. Ruth also opens up about her commitment to women’s empowerment—creating opportunities for mothers, returning workers, and women in tech—alongside growing UGEP through strong partnerships, living ethics ...

POWER PODCAST IS ON! The next competitive edge in the power market won’t come from building more plants—it will come from how well you manage price risk. Green Tiger Markets founder and CEO John Knorring explains how forward electricity trading can work alongside WESM to give generators, utilities, and large consumers better price visibility and stronger protection against volatility. In this episode, we discuss who stands to benefit most, how this could unlock more renewable en...

Power Podcast is ON! Episode 16 features Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) Chairman Atty. Francis Saturnino C. Juan in a sharp, forward-looking conversation on how the ERC is raising standards in transparency, competition, leadership, and public service. Atty. Nino also shares candid insights on integrity, culture change, and the Commission’s push for clearer, faster, more efficient regulation. Support the show Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3PrdyRS Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3vXLEXn Amazon...

POWER PODCAST IS ON! What does it take to communicate with credibility in the energy sector? Joe R. Zaldarriaga, Meralco’s VP for Corporate Communications, joins Power Podcast to unpack the playbook behind effective corporate communication, from navigating crises and decoding complex issues to keeping every message clear, credible, and human. Joe shares sharp insights on what it takes to earn --and keep--confidence across regulators, consumers, and the public. 🎧 Stream Power Podcast on y...

Before you invest in solar, listen to this. Jochen Bernhard “Solar Joe” Staudter, PHILERGY German Solar founder and managing partner, reveals the hidden factors that make or break a solar system — and how top-tier engineering is changing the Philippine energy landscape. Stream the episode now! Support the show Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3PrdyRS Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3vXLEXn Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3PnzWzb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/powerphl Website: https:...

POWER PODCAST IS ON! Power Podcast Episode 13. How do you build the world’s largest solar project—and keep the lights on for millions along the way? This week on Power Podcast, host Mayie Tanglao sits down with Emmanuel “Manny” V. Rubio, president and CEO of Meralco PowerGen (MGEN), who now leads the charge on MTerra Solar—a 3,500 MW solar farm paired with large-scale batteries, targeting first delivery in 2026. We talk leadership, building a strong team culture, plus: the role of ga...

POWER PODCAST is ON! Episode 12: Atty. Norman Roland E. Ocana III, Government Affairs Director and Territory Sustainability Leader for Schneider Electric Philippines Schneider Electric Philippines is turning sustainability into action. In this Power Podcast episode, Atty. Norman Ocana shares how the world’s most sustainable company is cutting emissions, driving multi-sectoral collaboration, upskilling the next generation, and making energy efficiency everyone’s business. 🎧 Listen to ...

A Life in Law and Energy: Monalisa Dimalanta on on Purpose, Policy, and Public Service Before stepping down as Chair of the Energy Regulatory Commission, Monalisa Dimalanta sat down with Power Philippines to share her personal journey — from her early days in law to leading energy policy reforms in government. In this rare and candid conversation, she reflects on the values that shaped her leadership and her hopes for the future of clean energy in the Philippines. === Stay Connected with Po...

POWER PODCAST is ON! Tune in to our full conversation with Jacqueline Castillo, President and CEO of Mabuhay Energy Corporation (MECO), as she shares insights into MECO’s journey as a retail electricity supplier. Discover how government initiatives like the Retail Aggregation Program (RAP) are empowering qualified electricity consumers to choose their own suppliers—and how MECO is supporting these developments to create real sparks of change in the Philippine energy sector. https://mabuhayen...

POWER PODCAST IS ON Prime Energy President and CEO Donnabel Kuizon Cruz discusses the future of the Malampaya project, the challenges of sustaining indigenous gas production, and the evolving role of women in the energy sector. Support the show Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3PrdyRS Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3vXLEXn Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3PnzWzb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/powerphl Website: https://powerphilippines.com/

POWER PODCAST IS ON! AboitizPower Thermal Business Group President and COO Mr. Celso Caballero delves into the future of Philippine energy. See how the Thermal arm of Aboitiz Power can aid in the country’s energy trilemma in this newest episode of Power Podcast. Support the show Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3PrdyRS Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3vXLEXn Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3PnzWzb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/powerphl Website: https://powerphilippines.com/

POWER PODCAST IS ON! Former Department of Energy Undersecretary, and Developers of Renewable Energy for AdvanceMent President, Atty. Jay Layug shares his insights on the country’s renewable energy conditions and the policies that help shape it. Support the show Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3PrdyRS Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3vXLEXn Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3PnzWzb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/powerphl Website: https://powerphilippines.com/

POWER PODCAST IS ON! Philippine Energy Efficiency Alliance President Alexander Ablaza shares his expertise on how energy efficiency would work for the country Support the show Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3PrdyRS Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3vXLEXn Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3PnzWzb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/powerphl Website: https://powerphilippines.com/