Davao Light reported that the energization was made possible through the completion of a 12-kilometer distribution line extension from Barangay Pag-Asa to the Kapalong Municipal Hall.
With the hospital’s application and service connection finalized, the facility is now officially powered by Davao Light , ensuring reliable and stable electricity to support its healthcare operations. Apart from the hospital, some 40 households in the area have also already been energized.
The continued expansion of Davao Light is in compliance with Republic Act No. 12144, which extended the company’s franchise authority.
Davao Light has been authorized to operate in Davao del Norte and Davao de Oro after the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) issued a provisional Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity.
Chief of Hospital Dr. Jessie Belga said the transfer of power supply from Nordeco to Davao Light is more than a technical change, it is a step towards strengthening the reliability, safety and efficiency of the services they provide to their patients and their community.
Davao Light president and chief operations officer Enriczar Tia said the energization of the hospital marks the beginning of Davao Light’s serving its first customer in their expanded franchise.
“Today’s energization demonstrates our commitment to promptly bring reliable service to critical institutions such as the hospital, ensuring that essential public services are supported without delay,” Tia said.
He said stable and dependable electricity is crucial to life-saving equipment and patient care.
Davao del Norte Governor Edwin Jubahib in his speech said the transition of the energy service from the previous cooperative to Davao Light is a victory for every resident who has suffered years of high rates and frequent brownouts.
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