The Department of Energy (DOE) has successfully restored Siquijor’s power supply to 10.6 megawatts (MW) following urgent government intervention and coordinated efforts among national and local agencies.
The DOE confirmed significant improvements in the island province’s electricity supply, achieved through the combined efforts of the DOE, the National Electrification Administration (NEA), and the Provincial Government of Siquijor. The actions were taken under the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.
As of June 14, Siquijor’s total available generating capacity reached 10.6 MW. This includes 7.2 MW from six operational generator units of Siquijor Island Power Corporation (SIPCOR), 1.7 MW from generator sets provided by Palawan Electric Cooperative, Inc. (PALECO), and an additional 1.7 MW from SIPCOR’s rented gensets. Repair work on SIPCOR’s remaining Units 7 and 8 is ongoing, with Unit 8 expected to be operational by June 18 and Unit 7 targeted for completion by July 18.
To ensure stable operations, the DOE announced that it will closely monitor SIPCOR’s compliance with regulatory standards, repair schedules, and fuel supply commitments. SIPCOR has pledged to meet the minimum 10-day fuel inventory requirement within the next 10 days to maintain continuous generation.
The DOE is also working with the Province of Siquijor Electric Cooperative, Inc. (PROSIELCO) regarding a Certificate of Conformity issued by NEA. This will allow PROSIELCO to proceed with a competitive selection process for procuring an additional 5 to 11 MW of baseload power supply for the province.
DOE Officer-in-Charge Sharon S. Garin commended all parties involved. “We commend the swift and coordinated action of NEA, SIPCOR, the Provincial Government of Siquijor, and our partner electric cooperatives in bringing relief to the people of Siquijor,” Garin stated.
Beyond short-term fixes, the DOE is also advancing long-term solutions aimed at enhancing the island’s energy stability. The department plans to sign a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Provincial Government of Siquijor to provide technical assistance for deploying solar energy systems in government buildings, thereby promoting energy efficiency and sustainability in the public sector.
In addition, a 5 MW ground-mounted solar project is under development in the Municipality of Maria. The project developer has secured site access and received local government support. Civil works are currently underway, alongside Distribution Impact Study (DIS) and System Impact Study (SIS) processes. The solar facility is expected to be commissioned by November 2026.
The DOE is also collaborating with the National Transmission Corporation (TransCo) on implementing a looping configuration for Siquijor’s transmission network. Once completed, the looped system is expected to boost grid resilience by enabling alternative power routes and supporting the integration of renewable energy.
The DOE emphasized that it will continue monitoring Siquijor’s power situation and working closely with all stakeholders to ensure the implementation of both immediate and sustainable long-term energy solutions.
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