For decades, the residents of Purok Sunflower in Barangay Binubuhan lived without electricity, relying on kerosene lamps and makeshift lighting to get through the nights. Access to electricity, a basic necessity for many, remained an unattainable dream for this small yet resilient community. However, a new chapter began as Negros Power fulfilled its commitment to […]
A powerful tornado struck Murcia Road near the Negros Power substation on the afternoon of March 6, 2025, causing significant power disruptions in the area. The extreme weather event led to outages along the Bacolod-Alijis 69 kV sub-transmission line, affecting electricity supply to the Alijis and Murcia substations, as well as nearby communities.
In a joint effort to promote environmental sustainability and fire prevention, Negros Power partnered with the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) in a large-scale tree-planting activity at Eco Park in Barangay Felisa, Bacolod City. Held on March 5, 2025, the initiative underscored the shared commitment of both organizations to mitigating climate change and fostering a […]
The first underground distribution system in Western Visayas relocated 1 circuit kilometer of overhead power lines along Calle Real in Iloilo. For years, Iloilo City struggled with an outdated power infrastructure that resulted in frequent outages, inefficiencies, and reliability issues. That changed in 2020 when MORE Electric and Power Corporation (MORE Power) took over, ushering […]
In another milestone move to bring top-tier banking services closer to the heart of Visayas, EastWest Bank officially inaugurated its second Priority Center in the region, located in Hilado Street, Capitol Shopping Centre, Bacolod City, last January 14, 2025. The opening was attended by key executives, including Raffy Algarra Jr., SEVP and Head of Financial […]
Negros Power recently undertook a significant two-day rehabilitation project aimed at enhancing the resilience and reliability of the power grid across Central Negros. The initiative, conducted on February 22 and 23, focused on critical areas serviced by the Burgos Feeder 3 and the 69kV Bacolod-Silay Subtransmission Line.
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