In Iloilo City, the anticipated surge in power demand is projected to escalate by 6-8%, primarily fueled by the upsurge in commercial endeavors, as disclosed by MORE Electric and Power (MORE Power). The metropolis is set to witness a substantial spike in energy requisites, with an approximate peak reaching 132 megawatts this year. This forecasted demand represents a notable increase of about 9% when juxtaposed with the figures from the previous year.
The Chief Executive Officer of MORE Power, Roel Z. Castro, emphasized the burgeoning trajectory of power needs in the region. Such growth stands as a testament to the burgeoning economic landscape within Iloilo City, underpinning an array of burgeoning business activities that are contributing significantly to the escalating energy demands.
This impending escalation in power consumption underscores the imperative for proactive measures to fortify the existing infrastructure and bolster the grid’s capacity to accommodate the mounting energy requisites. MORE Power is evidently attuned to these evolving dynamics and is geared towards ensuring the seamless provision of power supply amid the burgeoning energy demands.
The burgeoning energy landscape in Iloilo City not only underscores the city’s economic vibrancy but also underscores the criticality of sustainable energy planning and infrastructural enhancements to cater to the escalating energy demands. As the commercial sector continues to flourish and expand its footprint within the city, the surging power requisites pose a compelling call to action for stakeholders to synergize efforts in fortifying the energy ecosystem.
The strategic foresight and preparatory initiatives undertaken by MORE Power reflect a keen awareness of the evolving energy paradigm in Iloilo City, underscoring the organization’s commitment to fostering an energy-efficient environment amidst the burgeoning power demands. As the city progresses towards a future characterized by heightened commercial dynamism, the optimization of energy resources and the augmentation of power infrastructure stand as pivotal imperatives to sustain the city’s growth trajectory seamlessly.
