FACT CHECK: Marcoleta wrongly claims PH has highest electricity rate in Asia
In 2024, the Philippines ranked third highest behind Singapore and Japan in terms of electricity cost in the continent.
In 2024, the Philippines ranked third highest behind Singapore and Japan in terms of electricity cost in the continent.
According to Ilocos Norte Cooperative Inc., the region’s electricity provider, the residential rate of electricity for January this year amounts to P12.7538 per kWh, not including the value-added tax (VAT). This is higher compared to the November 2021 rate of P10.4705 per kWh.