Key takeaways:
- PCCI-Iloilo proactively addresses electricity challenges, emphasizing collaboration for a sustainable energy future.
- Frequent outages impact businesses, compromising productivity and economic stability in Iloilo City.
- Collaborative solutions proposed include open communication, brainstorming for innovative measures, and exploring alternative energy sources.
- Enhanced communication and transparency are crucial to keeping residents and businesses informed about ongoing efforts.
- NGCP attributes recent power outages to unscheduled maintenance shutdowns, resulting in a significant loss of in-island generation for Panay sub-grid.
The Iloilo Chapter of the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI-Iloilo) is actively addressing electricity challenges in the region. In a letter to Mayor Jerry P. Treñas, PCCI-Iloilo highlighted concerns about recent power outages impacting local businesses and residents.
Frequent power outages pose significant challenges for businesses, affecting productivity and economic well-being. PCCI-Iloilo stressed the severe threat to the economy, disrupting operations and hindering technological progress. Residents also face inconvenience, creating a ripple effect of economic hardship for individuals, families, and communities.
PCCI-Iloilo proposes a collaborative approach to address these concerns, advocating open communication and brainstorming for innovative solutions. Measures include infrastructure upgrades, improved maintenance schedules, and exploring alternative energy sources.
Transparent communication is crucial, with PCCI-Iloilo emphasizing the need to keep residents and businesses informed about ongoing efforts and potential timelines for improvement.
Mayor Treñas expressed concerns over the impact on educational institutions, hospitals, and local government operations. The Iloilo City’s Local Economic Development and Investment Promotion reported losses ranging from ₱400 million to ₱500 million in the first two working days of 2024.
The Iloilo Economic Development Foundation, Inc. acknowledged the disruptive effects of power outages on businesses, hindering productivity and causing inconvenience to residents.
NGCP’s explanation and data
The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) attributed the power outage to unscheduled maintenance shutdowns of major power plants in Panay Island. According to NGCP’s data, 451 megawatts (MW) or 68.75% of the total in-island generation of the Panay sub-grid was lost during the incident.
As PCCI-Iloilo leads in addressing electricity supply challenges, collaboration is crucial for lasting solutions. The region looks towards a future where reliable electricity supports economic growth, stability, and an improved quality of life for all residents. ◼
Business Bayani PH 
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