Tuesday, January 10, 2023

Meralco partners with ARTA to support government streamlining efforts

PARTNERS IN NATION-BUILDING. Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) Director General and Secretary Ernesto V. Perez (left), Manila Electric Company (Meralco) AVP and Head of Biz Joy P. Mendoza (center), and Meralco SVP and Chief Legal Counsel Atty. William S. Pamintuan sign the Memorandum of Agreement for the “PaspasPilipinasPaspas” project which aims to boost the efforts for the adoption of the Integrated Business Permits and Licensing System (iBPLS) by local government units.

The Manila Electric Company (Meralco) has partnered with the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) to help local government units (LGUs) automate their business permit and licensing systems in line with the government’s thrust to promote ease in doing business.

Monday, January 9, 2023

CSMC advocates for better kidney health during the holidays

Christmas is not just a holiday for Filipinos - it is a time of celebration and revelry, of coming home and spending time with family, friends, and loved ones. That is usually done in a variety of ways, like throwing parties, singing karaoke, and of course, eating and drinking. A Filipino Christmas is not complete without a feast!

While Christmas is indeed the season to be jolly, it is important to keep oneself in check, especially when it comes to what we eat and how much. Delicious and savory meals might also be high in sodium or sugar content, which may actually increase the risk of developing kidney stones.

“Sometimes, even our favorite food can cause harm to our bodily functions if we eat too much of it,” said Cardinal Santos Medical Center’s (CSMC) Chief of the Section of Urology, Dr. Jason L. Letran. “An uptick in dietary sodium content increases the amount of calcium excretion in the urine, while an excess of sugar can cause increased urine calcium and decreased urine volume, a perfect scenario for urinary stone formation.”

Sunday, January 8, 2023

Destination NLEX Drive & Dine

MPT Mobility, the innovations arm of Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation has transformed NLEX Drive&Dine into the most relaxing and must-visit Toll Service Facility (TSF) along North Luzon Expressway (NLEX).

You’ll find everything you need at NLEX Drive&Dine with its wide selection of premium retail stores, restaurants, convenient store and even a fuel station. Those who seek a unique retail therapy session will be thrilled with the Philippines’ biggest Nike Factory Store, Levi’s, Giordano, Casio, A+ Premium Tech Depot, and more!

Saturday, January 7, 2023

Meralco unit MPower ramps up support for K-12 education

As part of its Back-to-School Donation Drive, MPower and One Meralco Foundation turned over school supplies to the teachers from Lagundi Elementary School in Plaridel, Bulacan.

MPower, the local retail electricity supplier of the Manila Electric Company (Meralco), and its partners have poured in over P8 million for various education programs that benefitted some 3,000 kindergarten students in 19 schools in Metro Manila and nearby provinces.

In line with the resumption of face-to-face classes this year, MPower recently donated worth P875,000 of school supplies to seven beneficiary schools which include printers, hard drives, as well as hygiene products and antigen test kits.

Friday, January 6, 2023

SNAP’s hydros receive recognitions from WESM

Renewable energy provider SN Aboitiz Power Group (SNAP) Group’s Ambuklao, Binga, and Maris hydroelectric power plants received top recognitions as compliant hydro generators to the Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM) rules.

The awards were received by SNAP's Regulatory Affairs Manager and WESM Compliance Officer, Vida Joan Toque, during the WESM Compliance Officer Summit held on October 14, 2022.

Binga hydro ranked first under the Hydro Resource Type in compliance with the WESM rules relating to the Must Offer Rule/Rule on nomination of projected outputs or loading levels and compliance with the Real-Time Dispatch schedule in WESM for the period 26 December 2021 to 25 June 2022.  Ambuklao hydro placed second, while Maris hydro placed second under the Non-scheduled generation category.

Thursday, January 5, 2023

Heart Evangelista Continues to be Uratex Ambassadress, Advocates the Importance of Sleep in Overall Health

Uratex, the leading foam company in the Philippines, is strengthening its long-time partnership with Heart Evangelista as its ambassadress in uplifting the importance of sleep among Filipinos.

As the country’s International Fashion Style Icon, Heart gives great value to sleep and rest as one of the most essential things in life. For her, a quality sleep can be rewarding enough to foster success, great health, and happiness.

Sleeping for the prescribed amount of time is necessary, but having good sleep products like Uratex’s mattresses and pillows can make a huge difference in energizing you for the next day.

“I am a fan of anything in life that gives you comfort, that will give you good health and Uratex Mattresses does just that. I do treasure my sleep and I make sure that I do invest in top quality mattresses so I can get the best rest that I need and be more productive in life,” Heart shared.

Wednesday, January 4, 2023

Vibe at the NLEX Drive&Dine, powered by Maya Business

The past couple of years have shown us the convenience of digital payments. With #revengetravel peaking and more people on the go, we all want hassle-free, fast, safe, and easy transactions.

Fortunately, people traveling along the NLEX Southbound tollway can now enjoy the benefits of cashless transactions when they stop by the NLEX Drive&Dine, the leading Toll Service Facility (TSF) and rest stop along the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX), powered by the all-in-one growth partner, Maya Business!

As an operating unit of MPT Mobility, NLEX Drive&Dine strives to provide the best expressway rest-stop comfort-from physical to digital facilities. Being the country's first ever TSF that's fully cashless-capable, you can relax and enjoy your pitstop at NLEX Drive&Dine - no need to worry about having enough cash.  

The Maya Business all-in-one platform powers the broadest range of payment acceptance, so you can have less worries when relaxing and getting your fill at NLEX Drive&Dine! With NLEX Drive and Dine restaurants and stores now powered by the Maya terminal, you can pay using Maya QR or other cashless modes of payment, including any debit, prepaid, and credit card or e-wallets! You can also use any bank app already enabled with QR Ph when scanning to pay a Maya QR code.