Tulfo warns power firms vs price exploitation amid Super El Niño

Inquirer.net - Oct 11, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Erwin Tulfo has warned power companies against taking advantage of extreme weather conditions such as the “Super El Niño,” by imposing unjustified rate hikes or delivering substandard service. “While rate adjustments are expected due to supply and demand dynamics, any price increase must remain fair and reasonable. It should not worsen

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