NGCP weighs next steps on new ERC transmission rules

MANILA, Philippines – The National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) said it would pursue “appropriate steps” to protect the national grid framework as regulators let other entities finance and build certain transmission assets.

“We are presently evaluating the newly issued rules in light of our rights, obligations, and responsibilities under the Concession Agreement, Republic Act No. 9511, and other applicable laws…,” the country’s grid operator said in a statement.

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“We will take the appropriate steps to ensure that the integrity of the national transmission framework is preserved,” it added.

The NGCP secured in 2007 a 25-year contract to operate the country’s grid system. It also holds a 50-year franchise to manage and maintain the transmission network and related facilities.

“NGCP recognizes the importance of timely transmission development in support of the country’s energy security objectives,” it said.

The group previously said its projects were facing delays due to right-of-way issues or approval bottlenecks.

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Last week, the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) released new rules, giving other companies the go signal to roll out their own transmission projects.

The ERC said this was aimed at helping new power plants immediately inject electricity into the grid. /pai INQ