INDEED, “I Am Iloilo City’s” sole power distribution utility, MORE Electric and Power Corporation a.k.a. MORE Power, is the essence of what Corporate Social Responsibility should be not only among power distributors but the corporate world as well.
Since day one, five years ago when the company took over as the sole power distribution utility of Iloilo City, affordable, steady and reliable power, and excellent customer service/relations have been synonymous with Corporate Social Responsibility. Speaking of which, let’s check out what “Nong Moroy” has been up to:
It’s another school year and naturally classrooms in public schools need sprucing up, so, MORE Power joined the Department of Education’s Brigada Eskwela 2025, rallying behind the inspiring theme, “Sama-sama para sa Bayang Bumabasa”. This nationwide initiative prepares public schools for the upcoming school year, and MORE Power’s active participation underscores its deep commitment to education and community development.
A dedicated team of 142 MORE Power personnel from various departments, including the Guardians of the Environment, rolled up their sleeves to conduct extensive clean-up drives in various schools. Their efforts included clearing trees near electrical poles, removing damaged school materials, and hauling away construction debris.
This initiative is a testament to MORE Power’s commitment to enhance the quality of education by helping in the improvement of school facilities and maintaining electrical infrastructure within school grounds. (PN 6/17/2025)
Five partner schools were the beneficiaries; Nabitasan Integrated School, Judith Lazarraga Tiongco Memorial School, Sambag Elementary School, Iloilo National High School, and Jaro National High School.
According to Cynthia Bonilla, School Coordinator for Brigada Eskwela of Judith Lazarraga Tiongco Memorial School: “MORE Power is a big help to every school that it has partnered with. In terms of helping the community, it is a great support for schools. Cleaning activities are already considered a big benefit.”
And from Mary Ann Palermo, Principal I of Judith Lazarraga Tiongco Memorial School: “We are very grateful to MORE Power for giving their time and effort to help us with our Brigada Eskwela 2025. As far as I can remember, we were also partners during the elections. We are truly thankful for your partnership.”
This partnership between DepEd and MORE Power goes beyond Brigada Eskwela as it includes critical maintenance work such as replacing expired electrical lines, ensuring more secure school facilities for the safety and well-being of students and staff.
Likewise, MORE Power also donated cleaning tools and office supplies to the schools.
Moving on, MORE Power joined Iloilo City Government’s city-wide simultaneous tree-planting activity celebrating World Environment Day on June 5, 2025, at the Iloilo Sunset Boulevard.
Taking the role of eco-warriors, MORE Power employees planted close to 500 seedlings of native trees together with the different organizations.
The initiative is in partnership with Project TRANSFORM, a flagship program of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
This year’s theme: “Iloilo City Transforms: Tackling Climate Extremes, Disaster Risks, and Plastic Pollution Through Urban Greening.”
Said Engineer Neil Ravena of the Iloilo City Government: “Looking forward, and I am excited for more collaborations with MORE Power for future projects that we are going to implement. Ever since MORE Power started its service to the Ilonggos, it has conducted different activities that include mangrove and tree planting, coastal clean-up, donation of dita seedlings to the Iloilo City Government and more.”
This collaboration is part of the commitment of MORE Power in combatting the effects of climate change and promoting sustainability towards a greener future.
And finally, the best for last, MORE Power announced another significant reduction in electricity rates this June.
Residential consumers in Iloilo City will see a 61-centavo per kilowatt-hour (kWh) drop in their electricity bills, bringing the rate down to ₱10.52 per kWh from ₱11.12 per kWh in May.
“This reduction is a big help for ordinary families, especially now that classes are about to start. Every peso saved on electric bills can be redirected to support their children’s schooling,” MORE Power president/CEO Roel Castro said./PN
