Bacolod City is facing a significant power crisis, with seven out of eleven substations in critical condition. Mayor Albee Benitez has been vocal about the urgency of addressing this issue, emphasizing the need for immediate action to prevent further disruptions. The situation has become dire, and the Mayor’s proactive approach is a crucial step toward […]
Power is Back! Negros Power Brings Electricity Back to Alijis Feeders Negros Electric and Power Corporation (Negros Power) has successfully restored electricity to over 40,000 registered consumers in Bacolod City after a series of power outages caused by the failure of the Alijis Substation. The power interruption, which lasted nearly five days, left many residents […]
In 2023, Bacolod faced a looming power crisis. The city’s electrical infrastructure, managed by CENECO, was in dire straits. Substations, the vital hubs for electricity distribution, were described as “ticking time bombs,” underscoring the urgent need for change. Status of CENECO’s substations while the Joint Venture Agreement (JVA) in 2023 was still under discussion:
In a swift response to the recent power crisis in Bacolod City, MORE Power, the sister company of Negros Power, has sent a 10 MegaVolt Amperes (MVA) mobile substation from Iloilo City to reinforce the Alijis substation’s power capacity. As of the present moment, the mobile substation has arrived in Bacolod and is being promptly […]
In a strategic move to prioritize consumer convenience, Negros Electric Power Cooperative (NEPC) and CENECO have joined forces to optimize customer transactions. The temporary office of Negros Power, located on the second floor of Robinsons East Center in Bacolod City, has been transformed into a fully air-conditioned Customer Care Center. This center is equipped with […]
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has signed Republic Act Number 12011, granting Negros Electric and Power Corporation (NEPC) the franchise to manage and operate the electricity distribution system in Central Negros. This move is expected to guarantee continuous and uninterrupted electricity supply across the region.