Energy Price Surge Forces Philippine Low-Income Households to Cut Back on Essentials
Rising energy prices are forcing low-income households in Southeast Asia, particularly the Philippines, to cut back on essentials and food, according to the IEA. Power bills represent a larger share of their income compared to high-income households.
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