Negros Electric and Power Corp. (Negros Power) on Sunday, August 2, expressed its full support for President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s initiative to reduce electricity costs, describing it as a significant step toward providing meaningful relief to Filipino consumers and making power more affordable.
Following the President’s announcement during his fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA), Negros Power that serves central Negros Occidental stated that it will await the official implementing guidelines from the Department of Energy (DOE) and the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) —particularly regarding the directive to remove or zero out system loss charges.
Negros Power Spokesperson Engr. Leomel H. Tambanillo emphasized that the company fully aligns with the President’s vision of delivering lower electricity rates, while ensuring that policy execution remains consistent with existing laws and regulatory requirements.
“Negros Power gives its full support to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s initiative to lower electricity expenses for our consumers,” Tambanillo said.
“The moment the Department of Energy and the Energy Regulatory Commission issue the implementing guidelines or the necessary regulatory rules to enforce this policy, we are ready and will fully comply,” he said.
Tambanillo explained that while the President has set a clear policy direction, distribution utilities must continue operating under the current regulatory framework until the DOE and ERC formally issue official guidelines.
Negros Power reaffirmed its commitment to cooperate closely with the National Government, the DOE, and the ERC.
The distribution utility assured consumers that it will promptly execute all official directives once finalized, ensuring full compliance with applicable laws while delivering affordable, reliable, and consumer-centered electric service.*
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