In a significant move to improve its operational efficiency, the Isabela I Electric Cooperative, Inc. (ISELCO-1) conducted a comprehensive benchmarking visit at the Misamis Oriental -1 Rural Electric Service Cooperative, Inc. (MORESCO-1) on August 1, 2024.
The visit featured detailed presentations from various MORESCO-1 departments, beginning with the Finance Services Department, led by Chief Accountant Haydee Juario, from 9:30 to 10:30 AM. This was followed by presentations from the Engineering Services Department, headed by Systems Operations Chief Engr. Ronie Saldia, and the Institutional Services Department, led by MCD Chief Rio Vallejio, both from 10:30 to 11:30 AM. The Corporate Planning Department, represented by CS Section Head Resalie Fernandez, concluded the presentations from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM.
The afternoon session included a tour of the cooperative’s facilities and a collaborative discussion where both parties exchanged valuable insights. The visit provided ISELCO-1 with practical knowledge and strategies that are expected to enhance their service delivery to member-consumer-owners.
This initiative underscores ISELCO-1’s dedication to adopting industry best practices and continually improving its services.
Manticao celebrated a landmark event last Wednesday, July 31, 2024, as the National Electrification Administration (NEA) and Misamis Oriental-1 Rural Electric Service Cooperative, Inc (MORESCO-1) held the Energization Ceremony of the Sitio Electrification Program (SEP). This program, aimed at promoting economic development and reducing poverty, is dedicated to achieving 100% sitio electrification across the Philippines.
This third phase in a series of seven to eight energization projects under the SEP has successfully brought electricity to Puroks 1 and 3 in Barangay Balintad. The electrification of these areas represents a significant advancement in enhancing the quality of life for the residents.
SEP is a key element of the government’s strategy to bridge the development gap in rural areas. By providing electricity to unlit sitios, puroks, or zones—territorial enclaves often located far from barangay centers—SEP addresses the significant challenges these communities face due to the lack of reliable power. The program allocates funds for constructing distribution lines and house wiring facilities, ensuring that eligible households can access modern energy.
The energization ceremony was attended by key officials from MORESCO-1, local government representatives, and community members. Manticao Mayor Stephen S. Tan was represented by Mr. Saturnino Lumawag who highlighted the transformative power of electricity in his message, emphasizing its role in fostering economic activities and improving living standards.
Representative of Cong. Yevgeny Vincente B. Emano, Ex-Prov. Councilor Nancy Madjos said “electricity is not just a commodity; it is a catalyst for growth and development. By lighting up these communities, we are igniting hope and paving the way for a brighter future.”
Vice Mayor Roberto M. Lagrosas shared his reflections on the early days of MORESCO-1’s missionary electrification efforts in the 1960s, underscoring the cooperative’s long-standing dedication to the government’s electrification objectives. “I remember a time when Manticao, like much of Misamis Oriental, had no electricity. MORESCO-1 has been pivotal in changing that reality,” he reminisced.
Engr. Dominique C. Asok, MORESCO-1’s Director for District 2 (Manticao), elaborated on the enduring mission of SEP. “The goal of SEP is closely aligned with the original concept of ‘missionary rural electrification.’ We aim to reach every household, no matter how remote, and provide them with reliable and sustainable energy solutions,” Asok explained.
Residents of the newly electrified sitios expressed their overwhelming joy and gratitude during the ceremony. Kagawad dela Fuente representing Paterno Bayer, the Punong Barangay of Balintad, shared her sentiments: “This is a dream come true for us. With electricity, our children can study better at night, and we can explore new opportunities for livelihood that were previously impossible. However, we must also take responsibility for maintaining the facilities and lines that MORESCO-1 has constructed to bring electricity to us.”
ISD Manager Edna S. Putian – Diango, JD in her message said that “the SEP continues to be a beacon of progress for many underserved communities across the Philippines. The successful energization of sitios in Manticao stands as a testament to the positive impact of this initiative on the lives of its residents”.
Purok 1 Balintad has 10 households-beneficiaries with total project cost of Php1,042,488.34; while Purok 3 Balintad has 19 household beneficiaries with a total project cost of Php 2,899,304.89.
As NEA and its partners like MORESCO-1 and the LGUs work tirelessly towards achieving full electrification, the bright future envisioned for these communities is steadily becoming a reality. (CPRO Jiggs Pacana)
PAHIBALO PARA SA MGA PINALANGGA NATONG MGA MEMBER-CONSUMER-OWNERS (MCOs).
ADUNAY PAG-TAAS SA BALOR UG PHP 1.3536 /kWh SA ATONG “POWER RATES” alang sa atong mga RESIDENTIAL CONSUMERS para sa Billing Month sa HULYO 2024 – – – – PHP 11.2568 /KWH.
Bisan pa adunay pag’ubos sa variable cost sa atong mga IPPs, ang generation cost mi-saka tungud sa kidugang nga 25% staggered payment (2 of 4) alang sa bulan sa Mayo 2024 nga billing amount alang sa Independent Electricity Market Operator of the Philippines (IEMOP), nga mi-resulta ngadto sa usa ka pagtaas sa generation rate nga PHP 1.1954/KwH.
Aduna usay pagsaka sa atong System Loss Rate nga mukabat ug PHP 0.0557/Kwh. Bisan sa pagtaas sa Generation ug System Loss Rate, anga atong Transmission Charge miubos ngadto sa PHP 0.0182 /kWh.
Kini nga mga makanunayong kausaban mi resulta sa atong effective rate karung bulan sa Hunyo ngadto sa PHP 11.2568 / kWh alang sa mga Residential nga konsumidor.
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Sa kasamtangang bahin, kini ang taripa sa uban natong consumers:
On the other hand, Low Voltage has an overall increase of PHP 1.3198/kWh with effective rate of PHP 10.3443/kWh while High Voltage has an overall increase of PHP 1.3729/kWh with effective rate of PHP 9.3482/kWh.
LOW VOLTAGE CONSUMERS – Ang Low Voltage adunay kinatibuk’ang pag-saka ug PHP1.3198 matag KwH nga adunay effective rate balor ug 10.3443/kWh.
Ang LOW VOLTAGE CONSUMERS mao kadtong mga konektado sa kuryente nga gi-tap sa secondary lines sa MORESCO-1 o kadtong mga linya nga molabay human sa mga transformer. Ang mga linya sa low voltage nagdala og rango sa 240 hangtud 480 volts sa kuryente. Pipila sa mga ehemplo mao ang mga gamay nga komersyal, mga street light, ug uban pang mga pampublikong pasilidad
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HIGH VOLTAGE CONSUMERS – Ang High Voltage adunay kinatibuk’ang pag-saka balor ug PHP1.3729 ug adunay effective rate balor ug PHP 9.3482/kWh ug demand rate PhP 620.8384 / Kw (with VAT).
Ang HIGH VOLTAGE CONSUMERS mao kadtong mga gumagamit nga ang ilang koneksyon sa kuryente gi-tap sa primary lines sa MORESCO-1 o kadtong mga linya nga molabay sa unahan sa transformer. Ang mga linya sa high voltage nagdala og 7.62 kilovolts (kV), 13.2 kV o 23 kV nga kuryente. Pipila sa mga ehemplo mao ang dagko nga komersyal, mga planta ug mga espesyal nga operasyon nga adunay industrial nga load.
PALIHUG AYAW NA PAGLANGAN SA PAGBAYAD SA INYONG BINULAN NGA BALAYRONON SA KURYENTE, KAY ATO NANG GISUGDAN ANG ‘ONE MONTH DISCONNECTION POLICY.”
DAGHAN SALAMAT SA INYONG MAKANUNAYON PAGSUPORTA.
(Information on Energy Sales and Power Rates : Jamie Daisylette Dapal , REE)
