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Linemen show their skills in various exhibitions. According to the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP), the aim of the activity is to demonstrate the ability of linemen to ensure continuous public service. NGCP handout

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Joyce Balancio

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<div class="embed-wrap"><figure data-feedback="fb:likes,fb:comments"><img alt="Linemen show their skills in various exhibitions. According to the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP), the aim of the activity is to demonstrate the ability of linemen to ensure continuous public service. NGCP handout" src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/171801702343920240417-ngcp-linemen-HO-631.jpg" class="fr-fil fr-dib"/><figcaption>Linemen show their skills in various exhibitions. According to the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP), the aim of the activity is to demonstrate the ability of linemen to ensure continuous public service. <em>NGCP handout</em></figcaption></figure></div><p>ISABELA PROVINCE — President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. on Monday urged the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) to collaborate closely with government to ensure that the country&#x27;s energy infrastructure will remain &quot;secure, reliable, and capable of meeting our growing demands.&quot;</p><div><a href="https://news.abs-cbn.com/video/business/01/11/24/lawmaker-floats-govt-takeover-of-ngcp-system-operations">• Lawmaker floats gov&#x27;t takeover of NGCP &#x27;system operations&#x27;</a></div><p>He made the remarks as he witnessed the signing of the connection agreement between the NGCP and the San Ignacio Energy Resources Development Corporation (SIERDC) for the construction of the Isabela Ground Mounted Solar Project (IGMSP).</p><p>Once completed, the said project would generate about 440 megawatts of clean energy that amounts to about 700 gigawatts per year.</p><p>Its construction is seen to also boost the local economy of the province since 4,000 jobs will be created for the locals.  </p><p>&quot;This collaboration that we have formalized today is key to achieving our renewable energy goals and to ensure a stable power supply for all Filipinos, not just for today but for the future,&quot; Marcos said in his speech.</p><p>&quot;Having more initiatives like this project will be a catalyst for our country’s positive transformation. For one, it will pave the way for a brighter future for all Filipinos by providing more clean energy to light our homes, to invigorate our schools, power our businesses, and fuel our industries,&quot; he added.</p><div><a href="https://news.abs-cbn.com/video/business/01/08/24/ngcp-hints-funding-adequate-as-maharlika-entry-floated">• Maharlika to invest in NGCP? Grid operator says &#x27;funding never an issue&#x27;</a></div><p>Marcos also acknowledged that the project aligns with the &quot;renewable energy ambitions&quot; of the country.  </p><p>&quot;Through this collective commitment, we will ensure that renewable energy is not just a source of power but a light, a guide, our north star, to show our nation&#x27;s resilience, innovation, and forward-thinking spirit,&quot; Marcos said. </p><p>&quot;Let us illuminate the path together towards a brighter tomorrow, where brilliance of sustainable energy will continue to shine as a beacon of hope for generations to come,&quot; he added.</p><p>At present, the State Grid Corporation of China holds a 40 percent stake in the NGCP, with the remaining 60 percent owned by Filipino companies.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>RELATED VIDEO: </strong></div><div><span class="fr-video fr-deletable fr-fvc fr-dvb fr-draggable" contenteditable="false" draggable="true"><iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/4qpvaLZsxjg?&amp;wmode=opaque&amp;rel=0" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe></span><br/></div>

<p>Once completed, the said project would generate about 440 megawatts of clean energy that amounts to about 700 gigawatts per year.</p>

Once completed, the said project would generate about 440 megawatts of clean energy that amounts to about 700 gigawatts per year.

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Marcos urges NGCP to collaborate with gov't to improve energy infrastructure

Joyce Balancio,

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Published Jun 10, 2024 07:23 PM PHT

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