Utilities
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Persistent Energy Deficit Triggers Consecutive Grid Alerts Anew in Visayas
On October 20, NGCP placed the Visayas grid under red and yellow alerts for the sixth consecutive day amid ongoing power plant outages. To mitigate persistent deficits, DOE plans to deploy emergency power barges by early 2027, as businesses are advised to prepare backup generators.
Visayas Power Grid Deficit Triggers Sustained Red Alerts, Power Outages
Visayas faces rotational power outages through October 2026 due to generation deficits, posing risks of equipment damage and rising energy costs.
Energy: President Marcos Calls for Removal of Systems Loss Charges from Consumers’ Electricity Bills
In his SONA, President Marcos proposed removing systems loss charges from electricity bills via EPIRA amendments, offering consumers up to 10% in savings. While lawmakers filed implementing bills, industry leaders warned that absorbing these costs could strain power distribution utilities.
Angat Dam Falls Below Its Critical Water Level
On June 30, 2026, Angat Dam's water level fell below its 160m critical mark to 159.95m. While major water concessionaires have not yet implemented rationing in Metro Manila, the low level halts irrigation for Bulacan and Pampanga farmlands and threatens the Luzon grid's hydroelectric power.