Power Podcast Philippines
Power Podcast is a production of Power Philippines, the only online publication in the country dedicated to covering energy development across the archipelago. It covers all news and issues which spark meaningful conversations among members of its growing online community. The podcast believes that sustaining the growth of the energy sector is vital to the growth of the country itself.
Episodes
POWER PODCAST EP 27 with WEnergy Global founder, CEO, and board director Atem S. Ramsundersingh
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 en
POWER PODCAST EP 26 with One Meralco Foundation president Jeffrey Tarayao
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 conve
POWER PODCAST EP 25 with Berde Renewables co-founders Patrick Zhu and Morris Zhou
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 tod
POWER PODCAST EP 24 with COREnergy Head of Sales Marko Sarmiento
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 tre
POWER PODCAST EP 23 with First Gen President and COO Francis Giles Puno
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
POWER PODCAST EP 22 with Francis Del Val, President of COREnergy
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
POWER PODCAST EP 21 with Ina Guillermo, President of Biomass Renewable Energy Alliance
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 episo
POWER PODCAST EP 20 with Oliver Tan, President of Citicore Renewable Energy Corporation
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
POWER PODCAST EP 19 with Koji Bulahan, SolarEdge Country Sales Manager
POWER PODCAST IS ONFor 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
POWER PODCAST EP 18 feat. Ruth Yu-Owen, President and CEO of Upgrade Energy Philippines
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, returnin
POWER PODCAST EP 17 feat. John Knorring, Green Tiger Markets CEO and Founder
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 epis
POWER PODCAST EP 16 feat. ERC Chairperson Atty. Francis Saturnino C. Juan
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.Sup
POWER PODCAST EP 15 feat. Joe R. Zaldarriaga, Meralco VP for Corporate Communications
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
POWER PODCAST EP 14 with Jochen Bernhard 'Solar Joe' Staudter of PHILERGY German Solar
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 showSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3PrdyRSApple Podcast: https://apple.co/3vXLEXnAmazon Music: https
POWER PODCAST EP 13 feat Manny Rubio, MGEN President and CEO
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 del
POWER PODCAST EP 12 with Atty. Norman Roland Ocana III, Schneider Electric Philippines
POWER PODCAST is ON!Episode 12: Atty. Norman Roland E. Ocana III, Government Affairs Director and Territory Sustainability Leader for Schneider Electric PhilippinesSchneider 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, upskill
POWER PODCAST EP 11 feat. Monalisa Dimalanta on on Purpose, Policy, and Public Service
A Life in Law and Energy: Monalisa Dimalanta on on Purpose, Policy, and Public ServiceBefore 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 leadersh
POWER PODCAST EP 10 feat. Jacqueline Castillo, President and CEO of Mabuhay Energy Corporation
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
POWER PODCAST EP 9 With Donnabel Kuizon-Cruz, President and CEO of Prime Energy
POWER PODCAST IS ONPrime 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 showSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3PrdyRSApple Podcast: https://apple.co/3vXLEXnAmazon Music: https://amzn.to/3PnzWzbFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/powerphlWebsit
POWER PODCAST EP 8: Setting The Stage For Philippine Energy Transition
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 showSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3PrdyRSApple Podcast: https://apple.co/3vXLEXnAmazon Music: https://amzn.to/3PnzWzbFacebook: htt
POWER PODCAST EP 7: RE Goals, Energy Policies That Shape the Philippine Energy Sector
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 showSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3PrdyRSApple Podcast: https://apple.co/3vXLEXnAmazon Music: https://amzn.to/3PnzWzbFacebook: https://www.facebook.
POWER PODCAST EP 6: The Concept of Energy Efficiency in the Philippines
POWER PODCAST IS ON! Philippine Energy Efficiency Alliance President Alexander Ablaza shares his expertise on how energy efficiency would work for the countrySupport the showSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3PrdyRSApple Podcast: https://apple.co/3vXLEXnAmazon Music: https://amzn.to/3PnzWzbFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/powerphlWebsite: https://powerphilippines.com/
