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Iloilo City gov’t insists on in-house
power plant to ensure stable energy
ILOILO CITY -- The local government here continues to push for an in-house power plant and ancillary service to ensure stable supply in Iloilo City and Panay.
Mayor Jerry Treñas made the reaction following the hoisting of the yellow alert over Visayas since Monday.
A red alert status was raised for around three hours from 6 PM on April 15 due to an outage of a plant with a 103-megawatt capacity.
“That’s why I have been talking to MORE Power (and) also to (Energy) Secretary (Raphael) Popo Lotilla that we need an investor for an in-house power plant. If we cannot have that, it will be the same problem,” he said.
Treñas said MORE Electric and Power Corporation (MORE Power) found a bigger power barge owned by Aboitiz in Luzon as a possible supplier of the ancillary service.
The National Grid Corporation (NGCP) on Thursday raised a yellow alert from 1 PM to 9 PM over the Visayas grid, which means “the operating margin is insufficient to meet the transmission grid’s contingency requirement.”
The available capacity in Visayas is at 2,662 megawatts, and the peak demand could reach up to 2,465 megawatts, the advisory said.
Power plants based in Panay include the Palm Concepcion Power Corporation (PCPC), the Panay Diesel Power Plant, and the Power Barge 101.
In a separate interview, MORE Power president Roel Castro said that according to the NGCP, there is a need for ancillary services in Panay because it has a different configuration as an island.
However, there has to be an exemption from the competitive selection process and the declaration of the zonal ancillary services for Panay for the NGCP to contract the service.
Currently, there are two proposals for the ancillary, including the asset of Panay power plant with a 50-megawatt capacity and the Aboitiz power barge with an 80-megawatt capacity.
Castro said they consider Aboitiz because it has a bigger capacity and does not need rehabilitation, but they also kept the Panay power plant as an option.
“Immediately when there is an approval from the DOE and the ERC (Energy Regulatory Commission) for that, and there is an agreement with the NGCP, they can immediately transfer it and it will be immediately used,” he said. (PNA)
Mayor Jerry Treñas made the reaction following the hoisting of the yellow alert over Visayas since Monday.
A red alert status was raised for around three hours from 6 PM on April 15 due to an outage of a plant with a 103-megawatt capacity.
“That’s why I have been talking to MORE Power (and) also to (Energy) Secretary (Raphael) Popo Lotilla that we need an investor for an in-house power plant. If we cannot have that, it will be the same problem,” he said.
Treñas said MORE Electric and Power Corporation (MORE Power) found a bigger power barge owned by Aboitiz in Luzon as a possible supplier of the ancillary service.
The National Grid Corporation (NGCP) on Thursday raised a yellow alert from 1 PM to 9 PM over the Visayas grid, which means “the operating margin is insufficient to meet the transmission grid’s contingency requirement.”
The available capacity in Visayas is at 2,662 megawatts, and the peak demand could reach up to 2,465 megawatts, the advisory said.
Power plants based in Panay include the Palm Concepcion Power Corporation (PCPC), the Panay Diesel Power Plant, and the Power Barge 101.
In a separate interview, MORE Power president Roel Castro said that according to the NGCP, there is a need for ancillary services in Panay because it has a different configuration as an island.
However, there has to be an exemption from the competitive selection process and the declaration of the zonal ancillary services for Panay for the NGCP to contract the service.
Currently, there are two proposals for the ancillary, including the asset of Panay power plant with a 50-megawatt capacity and the Aboitiz power barge with an 80-megawatt capacity.
Castro said they consider Aboitiz because it has a bigger capacity and does not need rehabilitation, but they also kept the Panay power plant as an option.
“Immediately when there is an approval from the DOE and the ERC (Energy Regulatory Commission) for that, and there is an agreement with the NGCP, they can immediately transfer it and it will be immediately used,” he said. (PNA)
METRO ILOILO, GUIMARAS ROADMAP UPDATED WITH USAID
The Iloilo City Government welcomed the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), led by Mission Director Ryan Washburn. He was accompanied by Senior Development Outreach and Communications Specialist Kiel Enrique, Economic Growth Specialist and Private Sector Engagement Co-Lead Jay de Quiros, Urban Connect Project Chief of Deputy Marites Doral, Communication and Outreach Manager Rojessa Tiamson, and Iloilo City Project Officer Irene Olipeno, at City Mayor’s Office April 18. Mayor Jerry P. Treñas, Vice Mayor Jeffrey Ganzon, Local Economic and Development Investment and Promotion Office (LEDIP) Head Velma Jane Lao, and Atty. Fydah Sabando of City Mayor’s Office hosted the visiting delegation, and discussed various assisted projects implemented in the metro. USAID through Urban Connect has supported the conduct of the Metro-Iloilo Guimaras Economic Development Council (MIGEDC) Strategic Planning Workshop for the development of a roadmap and engagement with stakeholders April 18-19. Urban Connect is a five-year development program under the Cities Development Initiative (CDI) that covers nine secondary cities across the Philippines including Iloilo; Batangas; Tagbilaran, Bohol; Cagayan de Oro; Zamboanga; General Santos; Puerto Princesa; Legazpi; and Tacloban in keeping with ongoing efforts to improve local economic growth. It seeks to advance local development and public service delivery with the objective of fostering inclusive and resilient growth. MIGEDC and Urban Connect are working together to engage with the city’s partners and stakeholders to contribute to the comprehensive review and updating of MIGEDC’s development roadmap that is beneficial to continued and sustainable progress. MIGEDC is composed of Iloilo City, neighboring towns of Leganes, Oton, Pavia, Sta. Barbara, Cabatuan, San Miguel, and Guimaras. (Andrea Pearl Fernandez/Iloilo City PIO) |
MORE POWER CEO EMPHASIZES ROBUST DISTRIBUTION FOR METRO ILOILO-GUIMARAS INDUSTRIAL GROWTH
Mr. Roel Z. Castro, President and CEO of Iloilo City’s distribution utility, shared his invaluable insights as one of the key reactors in the Strategic Planning Workshop for the Metro Iloilo-Guimaras Economic Development Council (MIGEDC), held at District 21 Hotel in Iloilo City. Castro emphasized the pivotal role of an efficient power infrastructure in driving industrial growth in Iloilo City. “If there’s one thing that guided our presence in Iloilo City, it’s ensuring a robust and efficient power system. This is essential for reducing rates and preparing for anticipated growth in both the service and industry sectors,” he stated. Highlighting the entry of MORE Power’s sister company International Container Terminal Services (ICTSI), Castro pointed out the importance of investment attraction. “Our sister company, ICTSI, has taken over operations at the international port, attracting international shipping lines to Iloilo City. This prompts us to ask, what is it about Iloilo City that captures attention? It’s a testament to the investment and development potential here,” he remarked. Drawing from the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) report, Castro emphasized the current economic landscape of region 6. “Services accounted for 61% of the 2022 Gross Regional Domestic Product (GRDP), followed by Industry at 21.5%, and Agriculture at 17.5%,” he noted. Castro provocatively questioned the traditional path to prosperity, noting the need for a true agricultural revolution and industrial boom in region 6. He challenged workshop participants to ponder how to further improve and achieve sustainable agricultural and industrial growth. Providing guidance for the Strategic Planning of MIGEDC, Mr. Castro suggested a focus on industrial development anchored on four pillars: agricultural endowment, advanced services sector, evolving technology, and green development. However, Castro cautioned that despite the region’s abundant endowments, success hinges on a collective mindset shared towards a common goal for MIGEDC. “It’s the collective mindset,” he asserted. The insights shared by Castro stress the urgency and importance of strategic industrial development in propelling Metro Iloilo-Guimaras towards sustainable economic growth and prosperity. |
State of Calamity in Iloilo City pushed
ILOILOCITY -- The Iloilo City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (CDRRMC) recommended last April 17 for the declaration of a State of Calamity in the city due to water scarcity.
Mayor Jerry P. Treñas, chairman of the CDRRMC, emphasized that the declaration will allow the city to utilize its quick response fund (QRF) to procure additional water, and provide for the immediate potable water needs of affected communities.
The council approved to utilize some PhP12,544,200.
More than 20,000 individuals from 25 barangays have already been affected by the drought. This is expected to rise in the coming months. Barangays in the City Proper District are already severely affected, as well as the districts of Arevalo and Mandurriao.
Water distributors South Balibago Resources Inc. and Metro Pacific Iloilo Water have promised to provide water tanks to barangays if needed.
They will be expected to deliver water on top of their regular supply to the communities. Water will be distributed to all affected barangays for the next three months.
The declaration of a State of Calamity would also allow affected barangays to utilize their QRF in buying additional water tanks and supplies.
During the meeting, Dr. Rosa Perez, Manila Observatory Senior Research Fellow, and Jessica Dator-Bercilla of the National Resilience Council presented data and inputs for the CDRRMC to consider in making science-informed decisions as response to El Niño in the urban context.
PAG-ASA also presented climate projections for the next three months, while CDRRM Office, General Services Office and City Environment and Natural Resources Office presented salient points of their ground survey on wells, and situations of affected barangays.
The Sangguniang Panlungsod is expected to discuss and adopt the declaration of a State of Calamity due to water scarcity in their legislative session immediately. (Iloilo City PIO)
ILOILOCITY -- The Iloilo City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (CDRRMC) recommended last April 17 for the declaration of a State of Calamity in the city due to water scarcity.
Mayor Jerry P. Treñas, chairman of the CDRRMC, emphasized that the declaration will allow the city to utilize its quick response fund (QRF) to procure additional water, and provide for the immediate potable water needs of affected communities.
The council approved to utilize some PhP12,544,200.
More than 20,000 individuals from 25 barangays have already been affected by the drought. This is expected to rise in the coming months. Barangays in the City Proper District are already severely affected, as well as the districts of Arevalo and Mandurriao.
Water distributors South Balibago Resources Inc. and Metro Pacific Iloilo Water have promised to provide water tanks to barangays if needed.
They will be expected to deliver water on top of their regular supply to the communities. Water will be distributed to all affected barangays for the next three months.
The declaration of a State of Calamity would also allow affected barangays to utilize their QRF in buying additional water tanks and supplies.
During the meeting, Dr. Rosa Perez, Manila Observatory Senior Research Fellow, and Jessica Dator-Bercilla of the National Resilience Council presented data and inputs for the CDRRMC to consider in making science-informed decisions as response to El Niño in the urban context.
PAG-ASA also presented climate projections for the next three months, while CDRRM Office, General Services Office and City Environment and Natural Resources Office presented salient points of their ground survey on wells, and situations of affected barangays.
The Sangguniang Panlungsod is expected to discuss and adopt the declaration of a State of Calamity due to water scarcity in their legislative session immediately. (Iloilo City PIO)
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