DoE Eyes Power Access in 167 Areas via Third Microgrid Auction - BusinessWorld Online

DoE eyes power access in 167 areas via third microgrid auction - BusinessWorld Online

THE DEPARTMENT of Energy (DoE) said it hopes to provide electricity to 167 unserved and underserved areas through the third round of bidding for microgrid system providers (MGSPs). “This third round of MGSP-CSP marks a pivotal step in our push for total electrification,” Energy Undersecretary Rowena Cristina L. Guevara said in a statement on Tuesday. The schedule for the auction is expected to be announced by the end of June. For the third round…

Wildfire smoke threatens pregnant patients in underserved areas, study shows

Pregnant people in wildfire-prone counties face higher health risks from smoke exposure but often live far from essential maternal and neonatal care, researchers say.Sharon Udasin reports for The Hill.In short:A new study found that pregnant individuals exposed to wildfire smoke are more likely to experience complications such as gestational diabetes and hypertensive disorders, yet many lack access to OB-GYN services or neonatal care.Researchers…

DOE to launch enhanced 3rd microgrid CSP covering 167 underserved areas

The Department of Energy (DOE) is gearing up for the third round of the Competitive Selection Process (CSP) for Microgrid System Providers (MGSPs), with refined policies and regulations aimed at ensuring more transparent, efficient, and investor-attractive microgrid operations.In a statement on Tuesday, May 27, the DOE announced it would reveal the schedule for this enhanced third CSP by June, following the effectivity of the revised implementin…

Philippines plans third microgrid auction

The Philippines plans to launch its third microgrid auction by late June, offering at least 71 lots across 167 unserved and underserved areas.The Department of Energy (DOE) of the Philippines has announced plans for a third microgrid auction. The competitive selection process will feature at least 71 lots covering 167 unserved and underserved areas, with microgrid system providers invited to bid for electrification in each lot. The auction sched…