Fast-Tracking Grid Connectivity Through Third Party Development And Construction Of Transmission Facilities

At present, the Philippines faces critical transmission infrastructure backlogs that delay the commercial operation and integration of new power projects. While a generation company is allowed to construct its own dedicated point-to-point transmission facility with the approval of the Energy Regulatory Commission (“ERC”), this narrow exception has not addressed inadequate transmission capacity or technical constraints, which require upgrades to the main grid or the construction of associated transmission facilities.

In recognition of this reality and to support the country’s economic growth and energy transition, regulators have introduced measures to liberalize the financing and construction of critical grid infrastructure.