Transmission backbone operator National Grid Corp. of the Philippines warns that power supply will be tight during the summer months when demand traditionally peaks as Filipinos use more electricity to beat the scorching heat.
This means that should a large power plant of about 200 megawatts unexpectedly shuts down, there is a greater possibility of rotating blackouts or power interruptions.In the case of Luzon, operating margins or excess power will be thin from April to June “due to the historically high” electricity consumption when air conditioners, for example, operate for a longer time.
With available capacity then at 15,785 MW, there is still enough margin left over to cover for the required reserves to ensure the reliable and efficient operation of the power grid. Meanwhile, peak demand in Mindanao is forecast to reach 2,395 MW in June, up by 10.52 percent from 2,167 MW last June 1, 2022. Available capacity was pegged at 3,386 MW.To ensure that there will be enough leeway for unforeseen shutdowns or spikes in demand, The NGCP again appealed to policymakers to immediately explore ways to reduce electricity demand.
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