Energy

Inventor wants to tap disgust as an energy source

Posted at 05/17/2013 1:33 PM | Updated as of 05/17/2013 1:33 PM

A self-described inventor wants to turn national disgust into an alternative energy source.

Comelec: Generators in place for Monday's polls

Government has repeatedly said, there will be no blackouts on election day. But the fears of the public remain, especially after another power outage in several areas late Thursday night.

Another power outage hits Metro Manila

MANILA, Philippines - Another power outage hit parts of Metro Manila on Thursday night, just days before the national midterm elections Monday.

Blackouts due to technical problems at Calaca 2 - DOE

MANILA -- The brownouts that hit a large part of Luzon on Wednesday were caused by a technical problem in one of the power plants that shut down, Energy chief Jericho Petilla said.

Meralco: Power restored in Metro Manila

MANILA, Philippines - Electricity supply was restored Wednesday night in all its service areas in Metro Manila and nearby provinces,   power distributor Meralco said.

Luzon hit by power outage days before polls

MANILA (UPDATED) - An unscheduled shutdown of 5 power plants on Wednesday caused a massive power blackout affecting businesses, transportation systems, and millions of households in Luzon.

Meralco assures power on election day

Prior to the Luzon-wide power outage Wednesday, Meralco assured the public that there is ample supply for the holding of the midterm polls on Monday. -

Massive blackout hits Metro Manila, Luzon

A massive power outage hit Metro Manila and parts of Luzon on Wednesday.