El Niño Expected to Boost Philippine Power Demand to Record Highs in 2027
The Philippines anticipates electricity demand to surpass 22,000 megawatts (MW) in 2027, driven by extreme heat from a strong El Niño. Hydropower generation is projected to decline, while solar power's impact is deemed minimal.
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