2013 TDP Consultation Draft - VolI-Major Network Development

2013 TRANSMISSION
DEVELOPMENT
PLAN
Co n su l tati on Draft Rep o rt
Dec emb er 2 013
DISCLAIMER
The Transmission Development Plan (TDP) is prepared and published solely for information purposes. While NGCP, to the
best of its knowledge, has used the most accurate data available, and has used utmost prudence in the use of those
information, nothing in this document can be or should be taken as a recommendation in respect of any possible investment or
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In all cases, anyone proposing to rely on or use the information in this document should independently verify and check the
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the Philippines cannot be excluded.
Foreword
The countrys unprecedented economic growth in the last two years
amidst the frequent land fall of super typhoons necessitates
developing a transmission system that is adequate, reliable and
resilient. With this in mind, the National Grid Corporation of the
Philippines (NGCP) presents the efficient planning for expansion,
upgrading, rehabilitation, repair and maintenance of the national
transmission system for the next ten years (2014-2023) in the
2013 Transmission Development Plan (2013 TDP) Volumes 1 to 3.
All necessary infrastructures should be in place in order to sustain
the economic growth of the country. NGCP recognizes its crucial role in delivering these
infrastructures on time. Thus, the 2013 TDP contains not only the list of new additional identified
transmission infrastructures but also the status of the ongoing 3rd Regulatory Period (RP) projects
and additional ERC-approved projects.
NGCP has identified several transmission line projects that support the entry of conventional and
renewable energy generators. New drawdown substations and associated transmission lines to
increase the reliability of supply for the various load centers in Luzon, the Visayas and Mindanao
are also included in the 2013 TDP. Some of these projects such as the Antipolo EHV Substation
and the Cebu-Negros-Panay 230 kV Backbone were already approved by the ERC.
NGCP recognizes the valuable inputs from the stakeholders in its planning process. As such,
NGCP has refined its consultations with the customers, stakeholders and Department of Energy.
The comments and suggestions that were gathered during these consultation processes were
incorporated in the finalization of the 2013 TDP. NGCP is happy to note that most of these new
projects will be included in the 4th RP filing of NGCP to the ERC.
As a premier public utility, NGCP is committed to serve the country better amidst the challenges
ahead.
Henry T. Sy, Jr.

President & CEO
2013 TRANSMISSION DEVELOPMENT PLAN VOLUME I
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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1: Preliminaries............................................................................................................ 1
1.1 About NGCP ......................................................................................................................... 1
1.1.1 Organization and Operation .......................................................................................... 1
1.1.2 NGCP as a Regulated Entity ......................................................................................... 2
1.2 Content Overview ................................................................................................................. 2
CHAPTER 2: TDP Volume 1 Preparation Process ....................................................................... 5
2.1 Process Flowchart................................................................................................................. 5
2.2 Description of Each Step ....................................................................................................... 5
2.3 Use of the 2013 TDP in the Regulatory Reset Application..................................................... 7
2.3.1 CAPEX Program for Major Network Development ........................................................ 7
CHAPTER 3: Assessment of Transmission System ................................................................... 9
3.1 Grid Profile ............................................................................................................................ 9
3.2 Dependable Capacity Mix ................................................................................................... 10
3.3 Features of the Transmission System ................................................................................. 12
3.3.1 Luzon .......................................................................................................................... 12
3.3.3 Visayas ....................................................................................................................... 15
3.3.4 Mindanao .................................................................................................................... 16
3.4 Overall System Need Assessment ...................................................................................... 17
3.4.1 Generation Adequacy ................................................................................................. 17
3.4.2 Transmission Congestion ............................................................................................ 18
3.4.3 Alternative to Address Transmission Congestion ........................................................ 18
3.4.4 Single Outage or N-1 Contingency Criterion ............................................................... 18
CHAPTER 4: Demand Projections and Capacity Additions ..................................................... 21
4.1 Final Determination on Demand Forecasts for the Third Regulatory Period ........................ 21
4.2 TDP Power Demand Projection........................................................................................... 21
4.2.1 Basis of the Transmission-level Forecast .................................................................... 21
4.2.2 Historical Demand for Electricity (2001-2013) ............................................................. 21
4.3 2013 TDP Projections ......................................................................................................... 24
4.3.1 Demand Projections for Substation Capacity Addition................................................. 25
4.3.2 Demand Projections for Transmission Expansions ..................................................... 25
4.4 Generation Capacity Addition .............................................................................................. 25
4.5 Supply Demand Outlook .................................................................................................. 30
4.5.1 Luzon .......................................................................................................................... 31
4.5.2 Visayas ....................................................................................................................... 33
4.5.3 Mindanao .................................................................................................................... 33
CHAPTER 5: Completed and Ongoing Projects for the 3rd Regulatory Period (2011-2015) ... 37
CHAPTER 6: 2014-2023 Transmission Outlook for Luzon........................................................ 43
6.1 Introduction ......................................................................................................................... 43
6.2 Existing and Programmed Generation Capacity .................................................................. 43
6.3 North Luzon ........................................................................................................................ 44
6.3.1 Ongoing Transmission Projects for the 3rd Regulatory Period ..................................... 44
6.3.2 Transmission Project for Accelerated Implementation ................................................. 45
6.3.2.1 Balingueo (Sta. Barbara) 230 kV Substation ....................................................... 45
6.3.3 Proposed Transmission Projects for 2016-2023 .......................................................... 46
6.3.3.1 Western Luzon 500 kV Backbone (Stage 1) ....................................................... 47
6.3.3.2 Laoag-Bangui 230 kV Transmission Line ........................................................... 48
6.3.3.3 Bolo 500 kV Substation Expansion ..................................................................... 49
6.3.3.4 Nagsaag-Liberty 230 kV Transmission Line ....................................................... 49
6.3.3.5 La Trinidad-Sagada 230 kV Transmission Line (Initially Energized at 69 kV) ..... 50
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6.3.3.6 Santiago-Dinadiawan-Baler 230 kV Transmission Line ...................................... 51

6.3.3.7 Mexico-San Simon 69 kV Transmission Line...................................................... 51
6.3.3.8 Hermosa-Floridablanca 69 kV Line .................................................................... 52
6.3.3.9 San Simon 230 kV Substation ............................................................................ 53
6.3.3.10 Luzon Substation Expansion 5 ......................................................................... 53
6.3.3.11 Nagsaag San Manuel 230 kV Tie Line Upgrading ......................................... 54
6.3.3.12 Magalang 230 kV Substation ............................................................................ 54
6.3.3.13 Pantabangan 230 kV Switchyard Upgrading .................................................... 55
6.3.3.14 La Trinidad-Calot 69 kV Transmission Line ...................................................... 55
6.3.3.15 Ilocos Region Substation Upgrading................................................................. 56
6.3.3.16 Cagayan Valley Substation Upgrading ............................................................. 56
6.3.3.17 Central Luzon Substations Upgrading .............................................................. 57
6.3.3.18 Gamu 230 kV Substation Expansion ................................................................ 57
6.3.3.19 Nagsaag 500 kV Substation Expansion ............................................................ 58
6.3.3.20 Currimao Substation Expansion ....................................................................... 58
6.3.3.21 Castillejos 230 kV Substation ........................................................................... 59
6.3.3.22 HermosaClark 230 kV Transmission Line ....................................................... 59
6.3.3.23 Liberty-Baler 230 kV Transmission Line ........................................................... 60
6.3.3.24 Luzon Voltage Improvement 3 .......................................................................... 60
6.3.3.25 Tuguegarao-Lal-lo (Magapit) 230 kV Transmission Line................................... 61
6.3.4 Overall Benefits After the Implementation of Proposed Transmission Projects for
North Luzon ................................................................................................................. 62
6.4 National Capital Region ....................................................................................................... 63
6.4.1 Proposed Transmission Projects for 2016-2023 ........................................................... 63
6.4.1.1 Las Pias 230 kV Substation Expansion ............................................................ 64
6.4.1.2 Pasay 230 kV Substation and Associated 230 kV Transmission Line ................. 65
6.4.1.3 Baras (Antipolo)-Taguig 500 kV Transmission Line (Initially Energized at
230 kV) and Taguig 230 kV Substation .............................................................. 65
6.4.1.4 Manila 230 kV Substation and Associated 230 kV Transmission Line ................ 66
6.4.1.5 Taguig-Alaminos 500 kV Transmission Line and Taguig 500 kV Substation
(Metro Manila 500 kV Backbone Stage 2) .......................................................... 67
6.4.1.6 Hermosa-San Jose 500 kV Transmission Line ................................................... 67
6.4.1.7 Baras (Antipolo) 500 kV Substation .................................................................... 68
6.4.2 Overall Benefits after the Implementation of Proposed Transmission Projects for the
National Capital Region ............................................................................................... 69
6.5 South Luzon ......................................................................................................................... 70
6.5.1 Ongoing Transmission Projects for the 3rd Regulatory Period ...................................... 70
6.5.2 Proposed Transmission Projects for 2016-2023 .......................................................... 71
6.5.2.1 Pagbilao 500 kV Substation ............................................................................... 72
6.5.2.2 Calaca-Dasmarias 230 kV T/L .......................................................................... 73
6.5.2.3 Naga-Pili 69 kV Transmission Line Upgrading.................................................... 73
6.5.2.4 Malvar 230 kV Substation................................................................................... 74
6.5.2.5 Lagonoy-Maligaya 69 kV T/L .............................................................................. 75
6.5.2.6 Eastern Albay 69 kV Transmission Line ............................................................. 75
6.5.2.7 Calamba 230 kV Substation ............................................................................... 76
6.5.2.8 Calaca 230 kV Substation Upgrading ................................................................. 77
6.5.2.9 Tiwi 230 kV Substation ....................................................................................... 77
6.5.2.10 Luzon Substation Expansion 6 ......................................................................... 78
6.5.2.11 Daraga-Ligao 69 kV Transmission Line Upgrading........................................... 78
6.5.2.12 Bicol Region Substations Upgrading ................................................................ 79
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6.5.2.13 Calabarzon Substations Upgrading .................................................................. 79

6.5.2.14 Abuyog 230 kV Substation ............................................................................... 80
6.5.2.15 Luzon Voltage Improvement 4 .......................................................................... 80
6.5.3 Overall Benefits After the Implementation of Proposed Transmission Projects for
South Luzon................................................................................................................. 81
CHAPTER 7: 2014-2023 Transmission Outlook for the Visayas ............................................... 83
7.1 Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 83
7.2 Existing and Programmed Generation Capacity ................................................................... 83
7.3 Ongoing Transmission Projects for the 3rd Regulatory Period .............................................. 84
7.4 Transmission Project for Accelerated Implementation .......................................................... 86
7.4.1 Panay Guimaras 138 kV Interconnection ................................................................. 86
7.5 Proposed Transmission Projects for 2016-2023 .................................................................. 87
7.5.1 Cebu Negros Panay 230 kV Backbone
(Stage 2: Bato Cebu 230 kV Transmission Line) ...................................................... 88
7.5.2 Eastern Panay 138 kV Backbone ................................................................................ 89
(Stage 1: Negros Panay Interconnection Upgrading Project) ................................... 90
7.5.4 EB Magalona Cadiz 138 kV Transmission Line ........................................................ 91
7.5.5 SRP 230 kV Substation............................................................................................... 91
7.5.6 Nabas Caticlan 138 kV Transmission Line ............................................................... 92
7.5.7 Amlan-Dumaguete 138 kV Transmission Line............................................................. 92
7.5.8 Babatngon-Campetic 138 kV Transmission Line ......................................................... 93
7.5.9 Panay Substations Upgrading ..................................................................................... 94
7.5.10 Cebu Substations Upgrading .................................................................................... 94
7.5.11 Leyte-Bohol Line 2 .................................................................................................... 95
7.5.12 Kabankalan Substation Reliability Improvement........................................................ 95
7.5.13 Leyte Substations Upgrading ..................................................................................... 96
7.5.14 Naga 138 kV Substations Upgrading ........................................................................ 97
7.5.15 Negros Substations Upgrading ................................................................................. 97
7.5.16 Babatngon Sta. Rita 138 kV Line Upgrading .......................................................... 98
7.5.17 Samar Substations Upgrading Project ....................................................................... 98
7.5.18 Bohol Substations Upgrading .................................................................................... 99
7.5.19 Calbayog Allen 69 kV Transmission Line ................................................................ 99
7.5.20 Cebu-Bohol 138 kV Interconnection Project ............................................................ 100
7.5.21 Visayas Voltage Improvement 1 .............................................................................. 101
7.5.22 Maasin Javier 138 kV Transmission Line ............................................................. 101
7.5.23 Tagbilaran 69 kV Substation ................................................................................... 102
7.5.24 Bacolod San Enrique 69 kV Line Reclassification ................................................ 102
7.5.25 Cadiz San Carlos 69 kV Line Reclassification ...................................................... 103
7.6 Overall Benefits After the Implementation of Proposed Transmission Projects for
the Visayas ........................................................................................................................ 104
CHAPTER 8: 2014-2023 Transmission Outlook for Mindanao................................................ 105
8.1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................ 105
8.2 Existing and Programmed Generation Capacity ................................................................. 105
8.3 Ongoing Transmission Projects for the 3rd Regulatory Period ............................................ 106
8.4 Projects for Accelerated Implementation ........................................................................... 107
8.4.1 Toril 138 kV Substation ............................................................................................. 107
8.4.2 Opol 138 kV Substation ............................................................................................. 108
8.4.3 Agus 6 Switchyard Upgrading/Rehabilitation .............................................................. 108
8.5 Proposed Transmission Projects for 2016-2023 ................................................................ 109
8.5.1 Balo-i-Villanueva-Maramag-Bunawan 230 kV Energization....................................... 110

8.5.2 Balo-i-Kauswagan-Aurora 230 kV Transmission Line (Phase 1 and Phase 2) .......... 111
8.5.3 Malita Matanao Bunawan 230 kV Transmission Line (Phase 1 and 2) ................ 112
8.5.4 VillanuevaJasaanButuan 138 kV Transmission Line ............................................. 113
8.5.5 Central Mindanao Substations Upgrading ................................................................. 114
8.5.6 CARAGA Substations Upgrading .............................................................................. 114
8.5.7 Zamboanga Peninsula Substations Upgrading.......................................................... 115
8.5.8 Davao Region Substations Upgrading ...................................................................... 116
8.5.9 Balo-i-Tagoloan-Opol 138 kV Transmission Line ...................................................... 117
8.5.10 Agus 2 Switchyard Upgrading ................................................................................. 117
8.5.11 TacurongSultan Kudarat 138 kV Transmission Line .............................................. 118
8.5.12 Tacurong-Kalamansig 69 kV Transmission Line ..................................................... 119
8.5.13 Agus 1 Switchyard Upgrading / Rehabilitation ......................................................... 119
8.5.14 Agus 5 Switchyard Upgrading / Rehabilitation ......................................................... 120
8.5.15 Pulangi 4 Switchyard Upgrading/Rehabilitation ....................................................... 120
8.5.16 Mindanao Power Circuit Breaker Replacement II .................................................... 121
8.5.17 Mindanao Voltage Improvement 1........................................................................... 121
Mindanao ........................................................................................................................... 123
CHAPTER 9: 2014-2023 Major Island/Grid Interconnections .................................................. 125
9.1 Island Interconnection ........................................................................................................ 125
9.1.1 Existing Island Interconnections ................................................................................. 125
9.1.2 Benefits of Island Interconnection .............................................................................. 125
9.1.3 Major Project Development Considerations for Island Interconnections ..................... 126
9.2 Transmission Backbone and Island Interconnection Projects for 2016-2023 ...................... 126
9.2.1 Batangas-Mindoro Interconnection Project (BMIP) .................................................... 130
9.2.3 Leyte-Mindanao Interconnection Project (LMIP) ........................................................ 131
CHAPTER 10: Appendices ........................................................................................................ 137
Appendix 1 List of Official Site Names of Substations based on the Standard System of
Site and Equipment Identification and Labelling (SEIL) Rev. 4 ........................ 137
A1.1 Luzon ......................................................................................................................... 137
A1.2 Visayas ....................................................................................................................... 137
A1.3 Mindanao.................................................................................................................... 138
Appendix 2 Grid Code Performance Standard ...................................................................... 139
A2.1 Voltage Variation ........................................................................................................ 140
A2.2 System Loss Standard................................................................................................ 140
A2.3 Performance Indices ................................................................................................... 141
Appendix 3 DOE List of Prospective Power Plants ................................................................ 142
Appendix 4 Renewable Energy ............................................................................................. 144
A4.1 RE Development in the Philippines ............................................................................. 144
A4.2 RE Resources ............................................................................................................ 146
Appendix 5 Climate Change Adaptation Measures in the 2013 Transmission
Development Plan .............................................................................................. 150
Appendix 6 Existing Island Interconnection ........................................................................... 152
Appendix 7 Ideal Locations of Power Plants ......................................................................... 153
Appendix 8 Residual Substransmission Assets (ANNEX A of ERC Resolution No. 04,
Series of 2013) ................................................................................................... 155
Appendix 9 Grid Development Map....................................................................................... 158
Appendix 10 Abbreviations and Acronyms ............................................................................ 160
Appendix 11 Contact Details ................................................................................................. 165
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CHAPTER 1: Preliminaries
1.1 About NGCP
1.1.1 Organization and Operation
As the sole Transmission Service Provider in the Philippines, NGCP is responsible for the safe
and reliable transmission of electricity in response to system requirements and market
demands:
a. From generator connection points to distribution network connection points and the direct
connection points of a number of large end-users; and
b. Between the three major regions of the Philippines, namely: Luzon, the Visayas and
Mindanao, thereby improving reliability and providing adequate transmission capacity.
In order to undertake the above services, NGCP operates a substantial control and power
delivery system, the key elements of which include:
a. High-voltage overhead transmission network including submarine cables, equipped with
protection system;
b. The Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system;
c. Regional Control Centers;
d. Numerous substations and switching stations, each of which is linked to the various Area
Control Centers as well as the National Control Center;
e. Converter stations (HVAC - HVDC); and
f. A comprehensive metering system at substations, and direct customer delivery points.
For business management purposes, NGCPs obligations can be grouped into six (6) key
service areas described as follows:
a. System Operations (SO): managing the national power grid, dispatching generation and
managing the system, including the arrangement for ancillary services;
b. Network Reliability: providing the appropriate levels of network reliability in accordance
with the reliability requirements set forth in the Philippine Grid Code, (the Grid Code);
c. Connection service: NGCPs obligations, primarily to customers and prospective
customers (e.g. generators, distributors and large end users) to provide effective, timely
and efficient connection services, including metering and relevant services;
d. Safety: NGCPs obligations, primarily to its stakeholders (e.g. staff, other electricity
industry employees and the community) to deliver its services with appropriate priority
given to human safety;
e. Environmental: NGCPs obligations, primarily to its stakeholders (e.g. the community and
government) to deliver services in an environmentally responsible manner; and
f. Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM): NGCPs obligations in relation to the
operation and development of the electricity market, by way of the provision of efficient
and effective transmission services.
In addition, NGCP continues to operate sub-transmission facilities from high voltage delivery
points to end users. These sub-transmission assets have been offered for sale to the
distribution utilities in compliance with the requirement of Republic Act No. 9136 - Electric
Power Industry Reform Act of 2001 or EPIRA.
Pursuant to ERC Resolution No. 04 series of 2013 or the Resolution Amending Resolution
No. 26, Series of 2011, the proposed extension of December 31, 2012 deadline for the
disposal of Residual Sub-transmission Assets (RSTAs) was denied by the ERC, except for
those listed in Annex A, which may be disposed until December 31, 2015. In the said
Resolution, the ERC has also authorized NGCP and the Electric Cooperatives to enter into a
Memorandum of Agreements for the amortization of uncollected Connection Charges/Residual
Sub-transmission Charges (CC/RSTC), and further clarified that:
a. RSTAs with two or more connected DUs, other than those listed in Annex A, are
reverted to NGCPs RAB effective January 1, 2013; and
b. Sub-transmission assets (CA and RSTA) with only one connected DU and/or directly
connected load end-users shall continue to be sold/divested until further notice.
Annex A of ERC Resolution No. 04 series of 2013 is shown in Appendix 8.
1.1.2 NGCP as a Regulated Entity
With the enactment of the EPIRA into a law in June 2001, the Philippine Electricity Industry
was subdivided into four sectors: generation, transmission, distribution and supply. Each
sector is distinguished as different business activity. The transmission and distribution sectors
exhibit natural monopoly characteristics, hence these are regulated. Generation and supply or
the aggregators for the sale of electricity, on the other hand, operates under a competitive
environment.
As the transmission service provider, NGCP is regulated under the performance-based
ratemaking (PBR). The PBR is a form of utility regulation that strengthens the financial
incentives to provide efficient service. The PBR methodology is outlined in the Rules for
Setting Transmission Wheeling Rates or RTWR.
In its effort to continuously provide quality and efficient service, NGCP received its Integrated
Management System (IMS) certification on June 19, 2012 from TUV Rheinland Philippines, a
third-party auditing firm specializing in international standards accreditation. The countrys sole
transmission service provider and power system operator was certified in three management
systems: Quality Management System ISO 9001:2008, Occupational Health and Safety
Management System OHSAS 18001:2007 and Environmental Management System ISO
14001:2004.
1.2 Content Overview

The 2013 TDP consists of three volumes. Volume I contains the proposed grid expansion and
upgrades, which generally, are based on the results of system studies. The other volumes
outline the capital expenditure programs of Operations and Maintenance (Volume IIPart 1)
and System Operations (Volume III). Those for metering services have been integrated into
Volume II but in a separate report (Volume II-Part 2).
Volume I consists of ten chapters.

Chapter 1
provides an overview of NGCP organization and operation as transmission

service provider and a regulated entity;
Chapter 2
discusses the steps in the TDP Preparation Process;
Chapter 3
discusses the features of the existing transmission network, from the profile
of each grid to the assessments on the development of the grid based on the
identified existing and potential problems/constraints/issues in the system;
Chapter 4
presents the latest demand projections and generation capacity addition

used by NGCP as input to the simulation studies to identify future
transmission constraints and transmission expansions in each grid. Also
included in this chapter is the supply-demand outlook of each grid for the 10year planning horizon;
Chapter 5
enumerates the projects that were completed from 01 January 2011 to 31

December 2013, including the ERC-approved projects for the 3rd Regulatory
Period in Luzon, the Visayas and Mindanao Grids that are in various stages
of implementation;
Chapter 6-9
discusses transmission outlook for 2014-2023 including the approach in the

preparation of system modeling used in the simulation studies. It also
includes discussion on project details/drivers for both on-going and proposed
transmission projects for Luzon, the Visayas and Mindanao Grids including
Major Island/Grid Interconnection projects; and,
Chapter 10
contains different appendices that include discussions on relevant topics

such as the Grid Code performance standards, Power Development Plan
(PDP) update and prospective plants, Renewable Energy, ideal locations of
power plants, Grid Development Map and the latest policy on the disposal of
sub-transmission assets and those that will be included in NGCPs
Regulatory Asset Base (RAB).
CHAPTER 2: TDP Volume 1 Preparation Process

2.1 Process Flowchart
The TDP Volume 1 preparation process being adopted by NGCP is illustrated in Figure 2.1.
Figure 2.1 - TDP Preparation Process
2.2 Description of Each Step

Step 1: Receive inputs from the DOE
The System Peak Demand Forecast and the Generation Capacity Addition Line-up are the two
major inputs in the TDP which come from the DOE. These inputs are being updated annually by the
DOE. For use in the transmission network analysis, the system peak demand forecast shall be
broken down and forecasted into individual transformer loads. For determination of load-end
substation expansion requirements, on the other hand, NGCPs own non-coincident substation
peak loading forecast is being used.
For the draft 2013 TDP, NGCPs own system peak demand forecast was used for the transmission
network analysis. Once the DOEs updated system peak demand forecast becomes available,
sensitivity analysis is conducted for the two forecast levels. If the forecast levels of NGCP and
DOE have significant difference, the possible effect is on the need date or the expected target
completion (ETC) of the forecast-sensitive projects.
Step 2: Coordination with Customers and other Stakeholders

One of the requirements of EPIRA as regards the preparation of the TDP is the conduct of
consultation with the electric power industry participants. NGCP regularly conducts Customers
Interface Meetings to gather inputs from the Distribution Development Plans of the Distribution
Utilities, expansion programs of Generator Companies and other directly connected customers. In
addition, coordination meetings with other stakeholders are also being conducted.
Step 3: Preparation of the draft TDP
The identification of system requirements for the next ten years involves the conduct of load flow,
short-circuit, and transient stability studies using special software in power system simulation.
These assessments are made in reference to the planning criteria and limits prescribed in the
Philippine Grid Code (PGC).
The system assessment takes off from the model of the existing transmission network. Then using
the updated system peak load forecast, which is disaggregated into per substation transformer
level and the recent list of generation capacity additions, the network model for the next ten-year
period as covered by the TDP will be developed. Resulting transmission line loading, grid
transformer loading, fault level at the substations, voltage profile and system response to
disturbance can be evaluated. The next step would be the assessment of the various solutions to
the identified network problem which may be in the form of a new transmission line, transmission
line upgrading, new substation or substation expansion, PCB replacement, installation of reactive
power compensation equipment, and/or transmission network reconfiguration project. One
important consideration in the identification of projects is the overall long-term transmission
backbone development for each grid. Some projects may have to be implemented by stages or
may be initially energized at lower voltage level but will remain consistent with the target end-state
of the grid. The selected solution from the network analysis will form part of the documentation of
the TDP.
In the case of expansion plans for load-end substations, a direct comparison of the existing
substation capacity and the load forecast would already result in the determination of capacity
addition projects to meet load growth both during normal and single-outage contingency conditions
of the transformers. The transformer addition projects, however, would also take into account the
sizing and age of the existing units, optimization as well as the space limitation issues in a
substation. Moreover, development of a separate new substation is also an option in lieu of further
expanding the transformer capacity at the existing locations. Under this case, system simulation
studies will be required to fully assess the need for new substation nodes in the grid.
Step 4: Presentation of the TDP Draft Report to Stakeholders
This step is still part of the consultation process with the stakeholders as required by the EPIRA.
Stakeholders are given the opportunity to raise comments and suggestions on the proposed
transmission network developments as contained in the TDP.
Step 5: Submission of the TDP Final Report to the DOE

As provided in the EPIRA, the TDP shall be submitted to the DOE for approval and for integration in
the Power Development Program (PDP) and the Philippine Energy Plan (PEP).
2.3 Use of the 2013 TDP in the Regulatory Reset Application
The 2013 TDP will serve as the reference plan in the Fourth Regulatory Period (2016-2020) reset
application of NGCP. While the TDP already provides the long list of projects needed by the
network, project prioritization and project ranking would be another important process and a
separate exercise during the capital expenditure (CAPEX) application. This will involve further
assessment on the probability of contingency events, assessment of the impact if a project is not
implemented, market impact assessment and other sensitivity analyses.
2.3.1 CAPEX Program for Major Network Development
The proposed major transmission projects for the period 2014-2023 under the 2013 TDP Volume 1,
of which components are shown in Chapters 6, 7, 8 and 9, were based on the selected
implementation scheme after considering all the technically feasible alternatives. The project
components were identified after line routes, substation sites evaluation and selection, and other
initial field investigations were already conducted. A least-cost development approach was also
applied consistent with various NGCP Planning and Design Standards utilizing the cost estimate
database derived from completed projects and/or prices of materials and equipment obtained
through canvass.
Similar to the 2005 and 2009 TDPs which were used as references in the rate applications for 2nd
and 3rd RPs, respectively, the ten-year CAPEX Program of NGCP for Major Network Development
was not included in the documentation of the 2013 TDP Volume 1. However, a more detailed fiveyear CAPEX Program will be included in the 4th regulatory reset application with other relevant
information that are necessary for a more extensive review and evaluation by the ERC following the
transparency provision for a prudent CAPEX in the RTWR.
CHAPTER 3: Assessment of Transmission System

3.1 Grid Profile
As of 30 June 2013, the transmission assets comprised of 19,425 circuit kilometers (ckt-km).
About half of these assets or 9,439 ckt-km are in Luzon. 4,840 ckt-km form parts of the
Visayas Grid and the remaining 5,146 ckt-km are in Mindanao. Roughly 76% (21,110 MVA) of
the total 27,931 MVA substation capacities installed are in Luzon. The Visayas account for
3,504 MVA and Mindanao 3,318 MVA. These figures exclude transmission lines and
transformer assets which had been decommissioned already.
Table 3.1: Summary of Existing Facilities
PHILIPPINES
Luzon
Visayas
Mindanao
PHILIPPINES
Luzon
Visayas
Mindanao
SUBSTATION CAPACITY (IN MVA)

2009
2010
2011
2012
23,873
25,842
26,796
27,726
18,452
19,937
20,589
21,170
3,161
3,263
3,414
3,414
2,260
2,643
2,793
3,142
TRANSMISSION LINE LENGTH (IN CKT-KM)
2009
2010
2011
2012*
19,425
19,575
19,704
19,490
9,568
9,638
9,529
9,374
4,600
4,680
4,918
4,971
5,257
5,258
5,257
5,145
2013
27,931
21,110
3,504
3,318
2013*
19,425
9,439
4,840
5,146
*There was a decrease in total transmission line length in ckt-km due to modification and divestment of
various sub-transmission assets.
To ensure that voltages across the network are within the levels prescribed in the Grid Code,
capacitor banks and shunt reactors have been installed in appropriate locations in different
parts of the region. Currently, a total of 1,198.2 MVAR capacitors banks is installed and
distributed as follows: 657.5 MVAR in Luzon, 270.7 MVAR in the Visayas, and 270 MVAR in
Mindanao. These exclude the capacitors banks at the Naga Converter Station, which provides
the MVAR requirements thereat. Regarding the installed shunt reactors, 905 MVAR in Luzon,
575 MVAR in the Visayas and 37.5 MVAR in Mindanao, which has a total of 1,518 MVAR for
the whole Philippines.
The dependable capacity indicated in the following sections is based from the DOE list of
existing plants as of November 2013. The DOE defines dependable capacity as the
maximum capacity a power plant can sustain over a specified period modified for seasonal
limitation less the capacity required for station service and auxiliaries.
3.2 Dependable Capacity Mix
Philippines
Geothermal
10%
Biomass
0%
Wind
0%
Solar
0%
Coal
34%
Oil-Based
18%
Coal
Hydro
Natural Gas
Oil-Based
Natural Gas
18%
Geothermal
Hydro
20%
Biomass
Wind
Solar
The Philippines has a total dependable capacity of 15,193 MW based on the DOE list as of
November 2013 including embedded generation. 34% (5,206 MW) of the capacity comes from
coal-fired power plants (CFPP) and 20% (2,984 MW) comes from the hydroelectric power plants
(HEPP). Natural gas, oil based and geothermal power plants accounts for 18% (2,760 MW), 18%
(2,688 MW) and 10% (1,462 MW), respectively. Wind Farms, Solar PV and Biomass power plants
have dependable capacity of 17 MW, 1 MW and 76 MW, respectively.
10
12000
11000
10000
Renewable
9000
Biomass
8000
Hydro
7000
Geothermal
6000
5000
Natural Gas
4000
Oil-Based
3000
Coal
2000
1000
0
Luzon
Visayas
Mindanao
Figure 3.2: Dependable Capacity Mix for Luzon, the Visayas and Mindanao
Table 3.2: Existing Dependable Capacity (Based on the DOE List of Existing Power Plants as of Nov. 2013)
Power Plant Type / Fuel

Source / RE Source
Conventional Power Plants
Coal
Diesel / Oil
Natural Gas
LUZON
MW
%
8,663.8
4,219
37.2%
1,685.8
14%
2,759
24.3%
RE-Based Power Plants

Wind
Solar PV
Biomass
Geothermal
Hydro
2,785
17.4
34.1
586.9
2,146.6
TOTAL
11,448.7
0.2%
0.3%
5.2%
18.9%
VISAYAS
MW
%
1,283.2
776.8
36.9%
505.4
24%
1
0%
820.1
32.3
777
10.8
2,103.3
1.5%
36.9%
0.5%
MINDANAO
MW
%
707
210
13%
497
29.1%
-
934.4
0.3
10
98
826.1
0%
0.6%
6.1%
51.2%
1,641.4
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3.3 Features of the Transmission System

3.3.1 Luzon
In Luzon Grid, the bulk generation sources are located in the northern and southern parts of
the Luzon Island while the load center is in the Metro Manila area. The aggregate demand of
Metro Manila accounts for about 53% of the total demand in Luzon. Because of this system
configuration, the transmission backbone must have the capability to transfer bulk power from
both the northern and southern parts of Luzon.
Northern Transmission Corridor
The transmission corridor consists of several flow paths for transferring power from the
generation sources located in Northern Luzon to Metro Manila.
Legend:
230 kV
500 kV
Figure 3.3 Northern Transmission Corridor
The 500 kV double-circuit Bolo-Nagsaag-San Jose is rated at 2,850 MVA per circuit and is
capable of transferring more than 1,800 MW generation from Masinloc and Sual CFPP to
Metro Manila. The Bolo and Nagsaag 500 kV Substations are the receiving ends of generation
from the north. The power is then delivered to Metro Manila mainly via Mexico and San Jose
Substations.
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Other underlying paths are the 230 kV transmission lines:

a. Labrador to Hermosa single circuit line;
b. San Manuel Concepcion - Mexico double-circuit line; and
c. San Manuel Pantabangan Cabanatuan Mexico single-circuit line.
The upgraded San Manuel-Concepcion-Mexico 230 kV line is an alternate corridor which also
caters the generation capacity of the HEPP delivering power to San Manuel 230 kV
Substation.
Southern Transmission Corridor
The southern portion of the 500 kV transmission backbone stretches from Naga Substation in
Bicol Region to Tayabas, Quezon. Tayabas is also connected to San Jose thereby completing
the link between the north and south 500 kV transmission corridors.
Legend:
230 kV
500 kV
Figure 3.4 Southern Transmission Corridor
The 500 kV backbone segment from Tayabas to Naga Substation is currently energized at
230 kV. The Naga Substation is also the termination point for the HVDC Interconnection
System that could allow the exchange of up to 440 MW between Luzon and the Visayas Grids.
The 500 kV backbone in the south facilitates the transfer of about 2,400 MW from Ilijan Natural
Gas, Pagbilao and QPPL CFPP. The 230 kV transmission system in Batangas and Laguna
area caters about 2,100 MW total generation capacity of Calaca CFPP and the other Natural
Gas Plants (San Lorenzo and Sta. Rita).
From Tayabas Substation, the 500 kV backbone also stretches to Dasmarias Substation
which serves as a drawdown substation for the loads in the south of Metro Manila.
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Metro Manila
As the center of commerce and trade, it is inevitable that the demand within Metro Manila will
continue to grow, thus necessitating the expansion and/or building of new substations. The
National Capital Region (NCR) accounts to more than half of the total load in Luzon but only
relies on the import of power coming from the north and south Luzon.
One geographical feature of Metro Manila is its narrow land area between Manila Bay and
Laguna Lake, which is only about 10 km wide.
Upon the completion of the Antipolo 230 kV Substation, it will cater to the demand increase in
Metro Manila and reduce the loads at Doa Imelda and Taytay Substations, which have
expansion constraints.
Figure 3.5 Metro Manila Transmission Network
Presently, there are three main load sectors within Metro Manila as follows:
a. Sector 1 is served through Quezon, Paco and Marilao Substations. Both Paco and
Marilao Substations are MERALCO-owned;
b. Sector 2 is served through Taytay and Imelda 230 kV Substations; and
c. Sector 3 is served through Muntinlupa and Las Pias 230 kV Substations.
The major supply lines for both Quezon and Taytay are the double-circuit 230 kV line from San
Jose as these substations rely heavily on the supply from San Jose 500 kV Substation.
In the south, the power requirements are being drawn from Dasmarias 500 kV Substation and
from power plants directly connected to the 230 kV system. Las Pias is connected through a
double circuit 230 kV radial line from Dasmarias, while Muntinlupa has four-circuit supply line
from Bian.
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3.3.3 Visayas
The Visayas transmission system is divided into five different sub-system or sub-grids: Panay,
Negros, Cebu, Bohol and Leyte-Samar. The sub-grids are interconnected by submarine
cables: Leyte-Cebu (2x185 MW), Cebu-Negros (2x90 MW), Negros-Panay (1x85 MW) and
Leyte-Bohol (1x90 MW). These submarine cables provide the capability of sharing excess
generation between islands to accommodate the Visayas growing demand.
The transmission backbone of the Visayas Grid extends from Allen Cable Terminal Station in
Samar, all the way to Nabas Substation in Panay. This power delivery system comprises
approximately 895 kilometers of transmission lines.
Western Visayas
Area (District 4), the
Panay Island
Eastern Visayas Area

(District 1) composed of
Leyte and Samar
Legend:
138 kV
Island of Negros
(District 3)
Central Visayas Area (District

2), which is composed of Cebu
and Bohol
Figure 3.6 Visayas Transmission Network
The bulk of installed generation capacity in the Visayas is located in Leyte and Cebu due to the
entry of Cebu Energy Development Corporation (CEDC) and KEPCO-Salcon Power
Corporation (KSPC) CFPP, which adds 446 MW capacity in Cebu. This changed the load flow
in the Visayas Grid as Cebu has reduced reliance in the importation of power from Geothermal
Power Plants in Leyte. The Calung-calung-Colon-Cebu 138 kV Transmission Line Project is
being implemented to fully accommodate the capacity of CEDC and KSPC CFPP. Cebu also
exports power to Negros, which lacks inland generating plants.
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Eastern Visayas (District 1) is composed of Leyte and Samar Islands. Leyte remains the power
supplier to Samar and Bohol Islands through the single-circuit Ormoc-Babatngon and OrmocMaasin 138 kV lines, respectively. Outage of the said lines will result in power interruption in
the affected island. Thus, projects intended to provide single outage contingency or N-1 for the
said lines are currently ongoing. It also has a 230 kV interconnection to Cebu enabling the
other islands to source power from cheaper geothermal resources. Leyte is the site of 588 MW
geothermal resources that comprise about 28% of the total dependable capacity in the
Visayas.
Central Visayas (District 2) is composed of Cebu and Bohol. Cebu can be well considered as
the major load center of the Visayas Grid. In 2012, it has a coincident peak load of 704 MW
which accounted for 48% of the grids total demand. Bohol has the lowest peak load among
sub-grids with 62 MW (4.19%) in 2012, and with only about 23.7 MW dependable generation
capacity.
In the Island of Negros (District 3), the load center is located in Bacolod City in the northern
part, while the bulk of generation is in the southern part.
Panay Island (District 4) had been reliant to oil-based plants until the entry of Panay Energy
Development Corporation (PEDC) 164 MW CFPP. Panay became less reliant on imported
power via the 138 kV Negros-Panay Interconnection System and, at certain times, also exports
power to Negros.
3.3.4 Mindanao
The Mindanao transmission system is composed of six Districts: North Western Mindanao
Area (District 1 NWMA) covers Zamboanga area and Misamis Occidental, Lanao Area
(District 2 - LA), North Central Mindanao Area (District 3 - NCMA) includes the provinces of
Bukidnon and Misamis Oriental, North Eastern Mindanao Area (District 4 - NEMA) comprised
of Agusan and Surigao provinces, South Eastern Mindanao Area (District 5 - SEMA) is the
Davao Region, and South Western Mindanao Area (District 6 - SWMA) consists of South
Cotabato, Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, Saranggani and Gen. Santos (SOCCSKSARGEN) and
Maguindanao. While the bulk of power generation is situated in the northern part of the island,
the load centers are located in southeast (Davao provinces) and southwest (SOCSKSARGEN)
regions. Power demand from these areas accounts for approximately half of Mindanaos total
demand of the island.
Given this power supply-demand characteristics, much of the power flows from north to south
through the Balo-i-Tagoloan-Maramag-Kibawe 138 kV transmission corridor. This is being
reinforced by Balo-i-Villanueva-Pulangi-Bunawan backbone that is designed at 230 kV which
will be initially energized at 138 kV.
Aside from the 230 kV Mindanao Backbone Transmission Project, Mindanao Grid comprises
mostly of 138 kV transmission corridors, with 69 kV radial lines that traverse from the main
substations to load-end substations. Three 138 kV transmission corridors emanate from the
Lanao Area, where the biggest chunk of power supply for Mindanao is generated.
Currently, the Mindanao system is relatively more stable in the northern part of the island in
terms of voltage and frequency variation even during disturbances. However, it experiences a
combination of high and low voltages during peak or off-peak load conditions particularly in the
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North Eastern and South Eastern areas. The low voltage in some substations during peak
condition can be attributed to the long 138 kV lines and limited local generation. Low voltages
can also be experienced at the far end of the 69 kV systems during peak conditions.
Legend:
138 kV
Figure 3.7 Mindanao Transmission Network
3.4 Overall System Need Assessment

Ideally, the generation development in each grid should meet the increase in demand such that the
reserve level requirement is always maintained.
3.4.1 Generation Adequacy
The private sectors response in putting up the required supply to meet the ever-increasing
demand is not the same in all regions.
In Luzon, the large baseload power plants with a total installed capacity of more than
2,300 MW were commissioned in the period 2002-2003. These were followed 9 years later by
652 MW Mariveles CFPP in 2012-2013.
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In Mindanao, the main problem is the deficiency in power generation. Unless new power
plants are connected to the grid, the island will continue to experience power shortage
especially during long dry season due to its high dependence on hydroelectric power resource
(refer to Supply-Demand outlook).
3.4.2 Transmission Congestion
In the Visayas, committed and indicative power plants are proposed to be located outside the
major load centers. Based on the list in the 2012 PDP Update of the DOE, an aggregate
installed capacity of about 541 MW will be in Panay Island. This will result in excess
generation capacity since Panay Island has peak demand of only around 272 MW in 2012 and
3.64% AAGCR for the period 2014-2023. The excess generation capacity cannot be
transmitted to nearby Negros Island due to the limited transfer capacity of the existing 138 kV
submarine cable.
Possible siting of power plants near the major load centers in the country, i.e., Metro Manila,
Metro Cebu and Davao is actually ideal in order to reduce the need for major transmission
reinforcement to address congestion. However, the existence of heavily built up or congested
areas coupled with high cost of real estate would make the implementation of generation
solution difficult.
Therefore, NGCP currently faces big challenge in managing transmission congestion primarily
due to the problem in acquiring right-of-way (ROW) for the new overhead transmission lines
and space constraints in existing substations, more specifically within Metro Manila which is
highly urbanized and, thus has limited land area for development of transmission corridors.
Moreover, the timing of grid reinforcements to meet the aggressive timeline of new power plant
projects is also among the issues that need to be addressed.
3.4.3 Alternative to Address Transmission Congestion
Considering the sizeable capital expenditures involved in the upgrading of submarine cable
interconnections, in the case of the Visayas region, NGCP sees the need to identify the
locations of proposed capacity additions to maintain the supply-demand balance in each grid.
This is crucial in deciding whether or not a transmission solution, which entails upgrading the
submarine cable interconnections to fully allow import and export of power between islands, is
more economically viable.
In Appendix 7, NGCP suggests the ideal locations of power plants in Luzon, the Visayas and
Mindanao which will not result in any significant transmission reinforcements. This would serve
as a guide to the proponents in siting their power generation projects.
3.4.4 Single Outage or N-1 Contingency Criterion
The manner of provision of single outage or N-1 contingency is also another issue that needs
to be addressed. As such, the application of this criterion in submarine cables is whether or not
the provision of a spare cable per circuit would suffice.
In general, for overhead transmission lines and substations in Luzon, the Visayas and
Mindanao Grids, the provision for N-1 contingency is gradually being implemented considering
the prudent utilization of allotted resources.
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In Luzon, the committed and proposed transmission projects are intended to address load
growth and entry of additional power generation and at the same time, improve system
reliability. These projects include the establishment of 500 kV backbone, construction of new
230 kV drawdown substations or expansion of existing ones, upgrading of existing power
plants switchyard, and construction of new and upgrading of existing 230 kV and 69 kV
transmission lines.
In the Visayas, committed and proposed system reliability improvement projects will also
accommodate entry of generation, address load growth including projects intended to comply
with statutory requirements. These projects include 230 kV and 138 kV backbones, 138 kV
and 69 kV transmission lines, reconfiguration of existing substation and installation additional
step-down transformer to directly serve both load and generation customers.
Similarly in Mindanao, most of the committed and proposed projects that will improve system
reliability would also address load growth and accommodate entry of power generation. Such
transmission projects include 230 kV and 138 kV lines, new 138 kV drawdown substation and
existing substation reinforcements, upgrading/rehabilitation of existing switchyards including
replacements of underrated Power Circuit Breakers (PCB).
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CHAPTER 4: Demand Projections and Capacity Additions

The two important input parameters in the preparation of the TDP are the updated annual peak
demand forecast and generation capacity addition listed in the 2012 PDP Update.
4.1 Final Determination on Demand Forecasts for the Third Regulatory Period
In the Final Determination (FD) of NGCP Maximum Allowable Revenue (MAR) for the Third
Regulatory Period (2011-2015), the ERC adopted System Peak Demand (SPD) forecasts
prepared by NGCP and the DOE. Through comparisons with short-term (3 years) and longterm (9 years) historical trends, the ERC determined the most appropriate per-grid projections
among the forecast scenarios of NGCP and DOE. The ERC also considered possible supplyside constraints that may suppress demand growth during the five-year Regulation Period.
Upon evaluation, the ERC adopted the NGCP forecasts for Luzon and Mindanao and the DOE
forecast for the Visayas. The annual peak demand forecasts adopted by the ERC are shown in
Table 4.1.
Table 4.1 Demand Forecasts Adopted by the ERC for 2011-2015
GRID
Luzon
Visayas
Mindanao
TOTAL
2011
7,364
1,448
1,381
10,193
2012
7,604
1,486
1,443
10,533
2013
7,849
1,545
1,507
10,901
2014
8,097
1,603
1,577
11,277
2015
8,347
1,666
1,643
11,656
4.2 TDP Power Demand Projection

The demand forecast for the 2013 TDP adopts NGCPs own macro-level projections based on
the aggregate output of Grid-connected and embedded generators.
4.2.1 Basis of the Transmission-level Forecast
The Forecast was prepared by applying econometrics on a per Grid Level and is comparable
with the forecast prepared by DOE. The explanatory variable used to forecast the SPD is the
Gross Regional Domestic Product (GRDP) per Region. Available data for GRDP at constant
2000 prices started only in 2010. The historical GRDP was derived using coefficient ratio of
GRDP per region to the total Gross Domestic Product (GDP) based on actual data of 20102012. Available forecast from the International Monetary Fund for GDP was also applied in the
Regression Analysis to derive the projections for the SPD.
4.2.2 Historical Demand for Electricity (2001-2013)
Total SPD (in MW, non-coincident sum) of the Philippines has consistently increased annually
in the period 2001-2013 with an Average Annual Compounded Growth Rate (AACGR) of
3.6%. Total demand growth was at its highest in 2010 (at 9.53%) while it was at its most
sluggish in 2011 (at 0.04%). This was mainly due to the colder temperature experienced in
2011 brought about by the La Nia phenomenon.
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The following shows the peak demand for the three Grids (Luzon, Visayas, Mindanao) from
2003-2013. These do not include demand from embedded generators that were not
synchronized with the Grid.
8,305
8500
8000
7,552
7500
7000
6,479
6500
6000
5500
6,643
6,149
5,646
6,323
6,466
6,928
7,889
7,656
6,674
5,823
5000
Fig. 4.1: Luzon Historical Peak Demand (2001-2013)
The Luzon Grid has posted an AACGR of 3.29% for the period 2001-2013. Consistent steady
growth has been recorded for the Luzon Grid except for the decrease in demand observed in
2006 and 2011. This was due to the reduction in the power consumption of MERALCO for the
two periods brought about by the effect of the global financial crisis in 2006 and the effect of La
Nia phenomenon experienced in 2011. MERALCOs demand accounts for at least 70% of
the total SPD in Luzon. Further, demand growth in 2010 has been unprecedented (10.5%)
similar double-digit growth was also observed in MERALCOs franchise area. This was
attributed to increased economic activity brought about by election spending and the higherthan-average growth in GDP for the year. Also, the prolonged hot temperature experienced
during summer may have contributed to the unusual upsurge in the Luzon SPD. Note however
that this demand growth has not been sustained in the first half of 2011 (when Luzon usually
registers its annual peak) - in fact, SPD has fallen by 1.36%.
In 2013, the recorded SPD grew by 5.27% from the recorded level in 2012. This was brought
about by prolonged hot weather and improved economic activities.
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1700
1600
1500
1400
1300
1200
1100
1000
900
800
1,551
1,572
1,431
1,481
1,176
1,241
957
939
955
997
1,102
967
923
2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
Fig. 4.2: Visayas Historical Peak Demand (2001-2013)
The Visayas Grid has posted an AACGR of 5.90% for 2001-2013, the highest among the three
Grids. This is largely due to the strong economic growth in the region. The fastest demand
expansion has been recorded in distribution utilities in Panay, Cebu and Bohol. In 2010,
Visayas registered its highest single year increase in demand levels (equivalent to 15.3%
growth). Apart from increased economic activity, relief from generation deficiency in previous
years may have also pushed the demand to record levels.
In 2013, the observed SPD for Visayas grew by a meager 1.35% or an equivalent increase of
21 MW compared with the recorded level in 2012. The peak demand was recorded in May.
Historically, Visayas peak demand occurs in the last quarter of the year. However, in 2013,
peak demand did not occur in this period due to the massive devastation brought about by
Typhoon Yolanda that hit the Visayas area in November.
1500
1400
1,288
1300
1,228
1,177
1200
1100
1,131
995
1000
900
1,321
1,204
1,303
1,428
1,346
1,241
1,149
954
2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
Fig. 4.3: Mindanao Historical Peak Demand (2001-2013)
The Mindanao Grid has posted an AACGR of 3.28% for 2001-2013. After recording high
annual growth rates from 2000 to 2004 (an average of 5.76%), demand growth has been
sluggish from 2005 to 2010 due to the overall reduced power requirement from large non-utility
customers. From 2004 onwards, the historical growth in the Mindanao Grid has been volatile
with alternating periods of increase and decline.
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In the recent years, demand dropped in 2008, 2010 and 2012. 2008 was characterized by the
large decrease in the demand of non-utility customers, possibly a direct effect of the global
financial crisis which adversely affected exporting industries. On the other hand, suppressed
generation impeded demand growth in 2010 and 2012. This is due to the El Nio phenomenon
that hampered hydropower generation, which comprises about half of the Grids installed
capacity.
4.3 2013 TDP Projections
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Table 4.2: Summary of Projected Demand per District (MW)

District
Luzon
Area
2013
8,305
2014
8,671
2015
9,011
2016
9,365
2017
9,732
2018
10,114
2019
10,512
2020
10,924
2021
11,353
2022
11,799
2023
12,262
Meralco
1
NCR
2
North
3
South
5,928
4,331
176
1,420
6,047
4,418
186
1,443
6,289
4,601
204
1,484
6,551
4,795
213
1,543
6,795
4,976
221
1,598
7,048
5,163
230
1,656
7,312
5,358
239
1,715
7,589
5,323
330
1,936
7,874
5,523
342
2,009
8,171
5,731
355
2,085
8,477
5,946
368
2,163
North Luzon
1
Ilocos
2
Mt. Province
3
North Central
4
Cagayan Valley
5
West Central
6
South Central
7
North Tagalog
1,767
149
131
192
189
324
731
51
1,959
161
141
206
223
363
810
55
2,035
165
144
225
231
378
834
56
2,105
170
148
234
241
394
860
58
2,199
177
154
246
249
416
897
61
2,293
185
159
257
261
437
931
63
2,391
192
164
269
273
459
967
66
2,494
200
170
282
286
482
1,005
69
2,602
208
174
296
300
507
1,045
72
2,713
217
183
309
314
531
1,084
75
2,830
226
189
324
329
557
1,126
79
South Luzon
1
Batangas/Cavite
2
Laguna /Quezon
3
Bicol
611
301
99
211
664
338
102
224
687
350
106
231
708
359
110
239
738
374
116
249
773
391
122
260
808
408
128
272
841
423
134
283
877
441
141
294
914
459
148
308
954
477
156
322
Visayas
1
Panay
2a
Cebu
2b
Bohol
3
Leyte-Samar
4
Negros
1,572
273
783
63
200
254
1,746
279
865
75
261
265
1,848
316
890
79
288
275
1,949
335
942
83
301
288
2,048
354
992
87
315
301
2,137
373
1,032
90
328
314
2,226
391
1,073
94
342
327
2,313
408
1,113
98
355
340
2,401
425
1,153
102
369
352
2,488
442
1,193
105
382
365
2,574
457
1,234
109
396
378
Mindanao
1
North Western
2
Lanao Area
3
North Central
4
North Eastern
5
South Eastern
6
South Western
1,428
208
152
243
132
486
206
1,502
214
165
253
135
521
214
1,574
218
191
261
146
536
223
1,645
226
205
269
154
557
234
1,729
238
215
280
162
585
249
1,813
250
224
292
172
612
264
1,902
262
235
305
181
640
279
1,990
274
245
317
191
668
295
2,095
288
262
330
202
701
312
2,199
302
274
345
213
735
330
2,309
317
287
360
224
771
349
Philippines
11,305
11,918
12,433
12,959
13,509
Based on the transformer peak demand coincident with the System Peak.
14,065
14,639
15,228
15,849
16,486
17,145
1/
Power demand for the country is expected to grow at an AACGR of 4.47% for the period 20142018 and 4.04% for 2019-2023. The growth rate for the period 2014-2018 is higher than the 2012
TDP forecast for the same period, which stood at 4.01%. Overall, demand is expected to increase
from 11,305 MW in 2013 to 17,145 MW in 2023, which translates to an AACGR of 4.25%.
It is projected that Visayas will have the highest AACGR compared with the other Grids. Visayas is
forecasted to register an AACGR of 5.05% for 2014-2023 period while the Mindanao and Luzon at
4.93% and 3.97%, respectively.
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4.3.1 Demand Projections for Substation Capacity Addition

The demand projections for substation expansion take off from the per meter forecast
undertaken by NGCP. Forecast energy deliveries per metering point are derived from historical
trends and/or information as to the potential expansion or contraction of demand of Gridconnected customers. Inputs are sought from customers in this bottom-up process to
incorporate their expansion plans.
Projected monthly energy deliveries (in MWh) to metering points connected to a given
transformer are then summed up. Accounting adjustments for technical losses and substation
use to this sum, the monthly per transformer energy delivery forecast (in MWh) is derived. The
forecast transformer peak (in MW) is then calculated by applying the appropriate load factor to
these energy delivery projections. This transformer peak becomes the basis for adding
transformer capacities at the substations.
4.3.2 Demand Projections for Transmission Expansions
The SPD projections for each Grid are used in determining the necessary transmission
expansion projects. However, for these figures to be usable in the transmission network
analysis software, it has to be broken down into individual transformer loads. First, the
embedded generation during system peak is subtracted from the SPD to come up with the
non-embedded peak. Then the individual transformer maximum demand projections during the
month when the system peak usually occurs (as determined in the previous section) are used
to establish the percentage of the non-embedded peak that will be assumed for a specific
transformer.
4.4 Generation Capacity Addition

This section shows the proposed generating plants in Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao Grids
based on DOE List of Private Sector-Initiated Power Projects as of December 13, 2013 (the
2012 PDP Update).
The DOE has also provided the list of generating plants that already have clearance to
undertake System Impact Study (SIS) but are not included yet in the said 2012 PDP Update
since the reports on the status of their development are not yet submitted. This list will fall
under the new classification named as the Prospective Projects.
Thus, there will be three generation project classifications, as follows:
a. Committed These are projects that have service contracts in place, are in the
development/commercial stage and have reached financial close already.
b. Indicative Projects with service contracts, in the development/ commercial stage but with
no bank financing yet.
c. Prospective Projects with DOE clearance to undertake SIS and service contracts and on
the predevelopment stage. These projects are not included in the official list of DOEs
Private Sector-Initiated Power Projects. (Refer to Appendix 3 for the generation list).
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It is worth noting that the proponents should inform first the DOE on their plans and updates
regarding the status of their projects for monitoring and inclusion in the official list of DOEs
PDP Generation List. Proponents are advised to regularly coordinate with the DOEs Electric
Power Industry Management Bureau.
For 2013, Table 4.3 shows the additional capacity addition.
Luzon
Visayas
Mindanao
PHILIPPINES
Comm.
Year
TBA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
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Table 4.3: Summary of Generation Capacity Addition

Total Committed Capacity (MW)
Total Indicative Capacity (MW)
1,467.40
10,042.50
429.60
807.00
515.00
2,590.70
2,412.00
13,440.20
Table 4.4(a): List of Luzon Generation Capacity Addition

(DOE List of Private Sector-Initiated Power Projects as of December 13, 2013)
Capacity
Proposed Generation Facility
Location
(MW)
Aero Derivative Combined Cycle
150
Calamba, Laguna
Maibarara Geothermal^*
20
Sto. Tomas, Batangas
Alternergy Wind^*
67.5
Pililla, Rizal
Burgos Wind
150
Nagsurot-Saoit, Burgos, Ilocos Norte
Energy World Combined Cycle Unit 1^*
200
Pagbilao, Quezon
First Gen San Gabriel Avion Project^
100
Brgy. Bolbok, Batangas
Mirae Currimao Solar
20
Currimao. Ilocos Norte
NLUPC Caparispisan Wind
81
Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte
Puting Bato Coal Phase I^*
135
Calaca, Batangas
SLPGC Coal Phase I^*
150
Calaca, Batangas
CEC Dupinga HEPP
3
Gabaldon, Nueva Ecija
CJ Global Thermal Gasifier Conversion
18
Camarines Sur
200
Pagbilao, Quezon
Green Innovations Biomass
12
Talavera, Nueva Ecija
Hydrocore Ibulao HEPP
4.5
Lagawe, Ifugao
IBEC Biomass^
18
Isabela
NLUPC Balaoi Wind
45
Balaoi, Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte
Puting Bato Coal Phase II^
135
Calaca, Batangas
San Gabriel Natural Gas
550
San Gabriel, Batangas
San Jose City i Power Corporations Biomass^
9.9
San Jose, Nueva Ecija
SLPGC Coal Phase I^
150
Calaca, Batangas
ANDA Power CFPP^
82
Mabalacat, Pampanga
ATN Macabud Solar
30
Macabug, Rodriguez, Rizal
200
Pagbilao, Quezon
FDC Coal
40
Camarines Sur
SLPGC Coal Phase II
300
Calaca, Batangas
SMC Limay Coal Phase I
300
Limay, Bataan
RP Energy Coal*
600
Subic, Zambales
AES Masinloc Expansion
600
Zambales
Alternergy Cavinti Wind
50
Cavinti, Laguna
Alternergy Sembrano Wind Ph. 2
56
Mabitac, Rizal
AG&P Combined Cycle Unit 1
1200
Limay, Bataan
Energy Logics Wind Phase I*
48
Pasuquin, Ilocos Norte
QPP Expansion
500
Mauban, Quezon
SMC Limay Coal Phase II
300
Limay, Bataan
TAOil San Isidro Combined Cycle
415
Ambulong, Batangas
AG&P Combined Cycle Unit 2
1,200
Limay, Bataan
GN Power Expansion Coal
1,200
Mariveles, Bataan
Tanawon Geothermal*
40
Guinalajon, Sorsogon
Comm.
Year
2018-19
2019
2019-20
Capacity
(MW)
1,750
40
40
300

Atimonan Meralco LNG
Kayabon Geothermal
Rangas Geothermal
SMC Limay Coal Phase III
Sub-Total
Location
Atimonan, Quezon
Manito, Albay
Bacman Geo Field, Sorsogon
Limay, Bataan
11,509.90 MW
^committed plants
*with SIS
NLUPC Balaoi Wind

45 MW (2015)
Burgos Wind
150 MW (2014)
NLUPC Caparispisan Wind

81 MW (2014)
Energy Logics Wind

Ph.1 - 48 MW (2017)
ANDA Power CFPP

82 MW (2016)
Hydrocore Ibulao HEPP
4.5 MW (2015)
Mirae Solar
20 MW (2014)
IBEC Biomass
18 MW (2015)
SMC Limay Coal

Ph.1 - 300 MW (2016)
Ph.2 - 300 MW (2017)
Ph.3 300 MW (2019/20)
San Jose City Biomass

9.9 MW (2015)
GN Power Expansion Coal

1200 MW (2018)
AG&P CC
Unit 1 - 1200 MW (2017)
Unit 2 - 1200 MW (2018)
AES Masinloc Expansion
600 MW (2017)
RP Energy Coal
600 MW (2016)
CEC Dupinga HEPP

3 MW (2015)
Aero Derivative CC
150 MW (TBA)
ATN Macabud Solar

30 MW (2016)
Altenergy Wind
67.5 MW (2014)
Mabitac Wind
56 MW (2017)
First Gen San Gabriel

100 MW (2014)
TAOil San Isidro CC
415 MW (2017)
San Gabriel Natural Gas
550 MW (2015)
Cavinti Wind
50 MW (2017)
QPP Expansion
500 MW (2017)
Puting Bato Coal

Ph.1 - 135 MW (2014)
Ph.2 - 135 MW (2015)
SLPGC Coal
Ph. 1 - 150 MW (2014)
- 150 MW (2015)
Ph. 2 300 MW (2016)
Green Innovation Biomass

12 MW (2015)
CJ Global
18 MW (2015)
Energy World CC
Ph.1 - 200 MW (2014)
Ph.2 - 200 MW (2015)
Ph.3 - 200 MW (2016)
FDC Coal
40 MW (2016)
Atimonan Meralco LNG

1750 MW (2018-19)
Maibarara Geothermal
20 MW (2014)
EDC Geothermal
Tanawon - 40 MW (2018)
Rangas 40 MW (2019)
Kayabon 40 MW (2019)
Fig. 4.4(a): Luzon Generation Capacity Addition
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Comm.
Year
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
Table 4.4(b): List of Visayas Generation Capacity Addition

Capacity
Location
(MW)
Nasulo Geothermal^*
50
Nasuji, Valencia, Negros Oriental
Petrogreen Nabas Wind*
50
Nabas, Aklan
TAREC Guimaras Wind Phase I and II*
54
San Lorenzo, Guimaras
TPC Coal-fired Expansion^
82
Brgy. Daanlungsod, Toledo City, Cebu
Villasiga Hydro^*
8
Sibalom, Antique
AES Battery Storage
40
Kabankalan, Negros Occidental
Asian Energy Consolacion Landfill^
3.6
Cebu
Biliran Geothermal
49
Biliran, Biliran
Concepcion Coal Ph.1^*
135
Concepcion, Iloilo
CPEC Igbulo HEPP
6
Igbaras, Iloilo
Leyte Solar
30
Ormoc City, Leyte
PEDC Coal-fired Expansion
150
La Paz, Iloilo
Pulupandan Wind
50
Pulupundan, Negros Occidental
San Carlos Biomass*^
16
San Carlos, Negros Occidental
Concepcion Coal Ph.2^*
135
Concepcion, Iloilo
FDC Danao Coal*
20
Danao City, Cebu
Therma Visayas Coal*
300
Brgy. Bato, Toledo, Cebu
Timababan HEPP
18
Madalag, Aklan
EDC Dauin Geothermal
40
Dauin, Negros Oriental
Sub-total
1,236.60 MW
^committed plants
*with SIS
Petrogreen Nabas Wind

50 MW (2014)
PEDC Coal Exp.

150 MW (2015)
Concepcion Coal
Ph.1 - 135 MW (2015)
Ph.2 - 135 MW (2016)
Timbaban HEPP
18 MW (2017)
Therma Visayas Coal

300 MW (2017)
Biliran Geothermal
49 MW (2015)
Leyte Solar
30 MW (2015)
Villasiga Hydro
8 MW (2014)
TPC Coal Exp.

82 MW (2014)
CPEC Igbulo HEPP

6 MW (2015)
FDC Danao Coal

20 MW (2016)
TAREC Guimaras Wind

PH.1&2 - 54 MW (2014)
Asian Energy
Biomass
3.6 MW (2015)
Pulupandan WInd
50 MW (2015)
San Carlos Biomass

18 MW (2015)
AES Battery Storage

40 MW (2015)
EDC Dauin Geothermal

40 MW (2018)
Nasulo Geothermal
50 MW (2014)
Fig. 4.4(b): Visayas Generation Capacity Addition

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Comm.
Year
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
Table 4.4(c): Mindanao Generation Capacity Addition

Capacity
Location
(MW)
MEGC Diesel^
15
Dalipuga, Iligan City
PSFI Bunker-Fired Power Plant
5.2
San Francisco, Agusan del Sur
PSI Bunker-Fired Power Plant
20.9
Brgy. Apopong, General Santos City
Therma South Coal^*
300
Toril, Davao / Sta.Cruz Davao del Sur
Bubunawan Hydro
8
Baungon and Libona, Bukidnon
Cabadbaran Hydro
14
Cabadbaran, Agusan del Norte
Darong Solar*
35
Sta. Cruz, Davao del Sur
Don Carlos Biomass
10
Maramag, Bukidnon
FDC Davao Coal
20
Maco, Davao del Norte
Kalilangan Biomass
10
Maramag, Bukidnon
Malaybalay Biomass
10
Maramag, Bukidnon
Puyo Hydro
30
Jabonga, Agusan del Norte
SMC Davao Coal Phase 1*
150
Malita, Davao del Sur
San Ramon Coal-fired*
100
San Ramon, Zamboanga City
Southern Mindanao Coal^*
200
Maasim, Sarangani
Tagoloan Hydropower
20
Bukidnon
Tudaya 1 Hydro*
6.6
Sta.Cruz, Davao del Sur
Tudaya 2 Hydro*
7
Sta.Cruz, Davao del Sur
Tumalaong Hydro
8
Baungon, Bukidnon
FDC Misamis Coal*
405
Villanueva, Misamis Oriental
PNOC-EC Coal
100
Sibugay, Zamboanga
150
Limbatangon Hydro
6
Cagayan de Oro, Misamis Occidental
Mindanao III Geothermal*
50
Kidapawan, North Cotabato
Minergy Thermal CFPP
110
Balingasag, Misamis Oriental
GN Power Coal*
405
Kauswagan, Lanao del Norte
Culaman Hydro
10
Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon
300
SMC Davao Coal Phase 3
300
SMC Davao Coal Phase 3
300
Sub-total
3,105.70 MW
^committed plants
*with SIS
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FDC Misamis Coal

405 MW (2016)
Minergy CFPP
110 MW (2017)
Tumalaong HEPP
8 MW (2015)
Tagoloan Hydro
20 MW (2015)
Bubunawan HEPP
8 MW (2015)
Puyo HEPP
30 MW (2015)
Culaman HEPP
10 MW (2018)
Cabadbaran HEPP
14 MW (2015)
Limbatangon HEPP
6 MW (2017)
PSFI Bunker-Fired
5.2 MW (2014)
Tudaya HEPP
Ph.1 6.6 MW (2015)
Ph.2 7 MW (2015)
GN Power
405 MW (2017)
Darong Solar
35 MW (2015)
Malaybalay Biomass
10 MW (2015)
FDC Davao Coal

20 MW (2015)
Don Carlos Biomass
10 MW (2015)
Mindanao III Geothermal
50 MW (2017)
Kalilangan Biomass
10 MW (2015)
San Ramon Coal
100 MW (2015)
Therma South
300 MW (2014)
PSI Bunker-Fired
20.9 MW (2014)
PNOC-EC Coal
100 MW (2016)
Southern Mindanao
200 MW (2015)
MEGC Diesel
15 MW (2013)
SMC Davao Coal

PH.1 - 150 MW (2015)
PH. 1 150 MW (2016)
PH. 2 300 MW (2018)
PH. 3 300 MW (2019)
PH. 3 300 MW (2020)
Figure 4.4(c): Mindanao Generation Capacity Addition
4.5 Supply Demand Outlook

This section discusses the supply-demand outlook for each grid. The potential capacity additions
are based on the line up from the 2012 PDP Update of the DOE.
The required capacity of the system refers to the projected peak demand plus the ERC-prescribed
reserve margin, described as follows:
a. Frequency Regulation Reserve (FRR)
For each grid there should be a level of FRR equal to 4% of the forecast demand on that grid.
This is measured for each hourly dispatch period.
b. Contingency Reserve (CR)
The CR available on each grid should be equal to the total scheduled unit load and unit
reserve level of the most heavily loaded generator on that grid. It is assessed for each hourly
dispatch period.
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c. Dispatchable Reserve (DR)

The available DR must be equal to the scheduled load and reserve on the second most
heavily loaded scheduled generator on each grid. It is again assessed for each hourly
dispatch period. Where the two highest loaded generators on each grid have the same
scheduled loading and reserve, the contingency reserve requirement will be equal to the
dispatchable reserve service.
With the new computation for the reserve margin, the highest and the second most heavily loaded
generator in the grids are already considered. Coincidentally for each grid, both units are from the
same power plant: the 600 MW Sual, 100 MW KEPCO, and 105 MW Mindanao CFPP for Luzon,
the Visayas and Mindanao Grid, respectively.
The normal and long dry scenarios are observed in Luzon and Mindanao Grids due to the
significant capacity of hydro power. This is to analyze the worst condition in times of rain shortage
due to El Nio phenomenon, as what happened in 2009 and 2010. The Visayas Grid is not
considered having only 1% hydro plant share in the total generation capacity in the region.
It is important to note that in long-term transmission planning, the normal condition is considered in
the simulation studies to ensure the adequacy of the system to accommodate the maximum
generation capacity of the system.
4.5.1 Luzon
Between 2013 and 2020, Luzon expects about 11,510 MW additional capacity. This capacity
includes several wind farm projects (497.5 MW) mostly situated in northern Luzon.
As of December 2012, a total of 6,268 MW capacity have completed SIS and such level will be
sufficient to meet the required capacity of the system up to 2023. As shown in Figure 4.5.1(a),
the year 2016 is critical for Luzon Grid for the proposed capacity to come on stream, otherwise
power shortage will be experienced.
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25,000
20,000
15,000
10,000
Note:
1. Wind and Solar
Plants excluded.
2. Based on DOE
List as of Dec 13,
2013.
5,000
0
Indicative (Cumulative)
Committed (Cumulative)
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
588
1,828
4,843
7,283
9,113
9,413
9,413
9,413
9,413
605
1,118
1,400
1,400
1,400
1,400
1,400
1,400
1,400
1,400
Dependable Capacity
11,431 11,431 11,431 11,431 11,431 11,431 11,431 11,431 11,431 11,431 11,431
Required Capacity
9,837 10,218 10,571 10,940 11,321 11,719 12,132 12,561 13,007 13,471 13,952
Peak Demand
8,305
8,671
9,011
9,365
9,732 10,114 10,512 10,924 11,353 11,799 12,262
Figure 4.5.1(a) Luzon Supply-Demand Outlook based on Normal Condition, 2013-2023
25,000
20,000
15,000
10,000
Note:
1. Wind and Solar
Plants excluded.
2. Based on DOE
List as of Dec 13,
2013.
5,000
0
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
588
1,828
4,843
7,283
9,113
9,413
9,413
9,413
9,413
605
1,118
1,400
1,400
1,400
1,400
1,400
1,400
1,400
1,400
Dependable Capacity
10,197 10,197 10,197 10,197 10,197 10,197 10,197 10,197 10,197 10,197 10,197
Required Capacity
9,837 10,218 10,571 10,940 11,321 11,719 12,132 12,561 13,007 13,471 13,952
Peak Demand
8,305
8,671
9,011
9,365
9,732 10,114 10,512 10,924 11,353 11,799 12,262
Figure 4.5.1 (b) Luzon Supply-Demand Outlook based on long dry scenario, 2013-2023
With reduction in the total dependable capacity of hydro plants by about 1,234 MW during summer months
(determined based on the generation offers of hydro power plants during peak load hours in April, May & June 2012)
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4.5.2 Visayas
With the entry of new coal-fired power plants in 2011 namely: CEDC 3 x 83.7 MW Feb. 26;
KSPC 2 x 110.5 MW Unit 1: Feb. 28 / Unit 2: May 30; PEDC 2 x 82 MW March 26, the
dependable capacity of the Visayas Grid can accommodate the peak demand of the system
until the critical year 2015, as shown in Figure 4.5.2.
3,500
3,000
2,500
2,000
1,500
Note:
1. Wind and Solar
Plants excluded.
2. Based on DOE
List as of Dec 13,
2013.
1,000
500
0
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
245
265
583
623
623
623
623
623
623
140
295
430
430
430
430
430
430
430
430
Dependable Capacity
2,103
2,103
2,103
2,103
2,103
2,103
2,103
2,103
2,103
2,103
2,103
Required Capacity
1,835
2,016
2,122
2,227
2,330
2,422
2,515
2,606
2,697
2,788
2,877
Peak Demand
1,572
1,746
1,848
1,949
2,048
2,137
2,226
2,313
2,401
2,488
2,574
Figure 4.5.2 Visayas Supply-Demand Outlook, 2013-2023
The above supply-demand outlook did not consider the de-rating of diesel plants over time and
their retirement once the new generating plants, the coal plants in particular, become available.
These factors are considered in the sensitivity analysis.
4.5.3 Mindanao
The period 2013-2014 will be critical years for Mindanao Grid as the existing dependable
capacity would not be sufficient to meet the projected peak demand for the said years.
Notably, as shown in Figure 4.5.3(a), it is expected that additional bulk generation capacity of
500 MW will go on stream by 2015. Should all the potential capacity materialized, Mindanao
shall have sufficient capacity up to 2023 and the long withstanding power deficiency being
experienced by the island could be alleviated. With the entry of these additional generations
during the said years, the aggregate dependable capacity is deemed sufficient to meet the
projected demand.
During long dry conditions, however, the required generation capacity addition to meet the
forecasted peak demand is increased due to the reduction from 1,641 MW to 1,472 MW in
total dependable capacity.
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5,000
4,000
3,000
2,000
Note:
1. Wind and Solar
Plants excluded.
2. Based on DOE
List as of Dec 13,
2013.
1,000
0
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
26
420
1,075
1,646
1,956
2,256
2,556
2,556
2,556
2,556
15
315
515
515
515
515
515
515
515
515
515
Dependable Capacity
1,641
1,641
1,641
1,641
1,641
1,641
1,641
1,641
1,641
1,641
1,641
Required Capacity
1,695
1,772
1,847
1,921
2,008
2,096
2,188
2,280
2,389
2,497
2,611
Peak Demand
1,428
1,502
1,574
1,645
1,729
1,813
1,902
1,990
2,095
2,199
2,309
Figure 4.5.3(a) Mindanao Supply-Demand Outlook based on Normal Condition, 2013-2023
5,000
4,000
3,000
Note:
1. Wind and Solar
Plants excluded.
2. Based on DOE
List as of Dec 13,
2013.
2,000
1,000
0
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
26
420
1,075
1,646
1,956
2,256
2,556
2,556
2,556
2,556
15
315
515
515
515
515
515
515
515
515
515
Dependable Capacity
1,472
1,472
1,472
1,472
1,472
1,472
1,472
1,472
1,472
1,472
1,472
Required Capacity
1,695
1,772
1,847
1,921
2,008
2,096
2,188
2,280
2,389
2,497
2,611
Peak Demand
1,428
1,502
1,574
1,645
1,729
1,813
1,902
1,990
2,095
2,199
2,309
Figure 4.5.3 (b) Mindanao Supply-Demand Outlook based on long dry scenario, 2013-2023
With reduction in the total dependable capacity of hydro plants by about 169 MW during summer months
(determined based on the generation offers of hydro power plants during peak load hours in April, May & June 2012)
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In the supply-demand outlook for Luzon and Mindanao for 2013-2023, two scenarios are
shown:
a) The normal condition where the hydro power plants are assumed to be at their maximum
dependable capacity; and
b) Long dry condition where the total supply is based on the reduced capacity of hydro power
plants.
For Luzon and Mindanao Grids, long dry season has significant impact on the supply scenario
considering that hydro power accounts for 20% of total dependable capacity in Luzon and
more than 50% in Mindanao. This is not the case in the Visayas since hydro capacity accounts
for less than 1% of the total dependable capacity.
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CHAPTER 5: Completed and Ongoing Projects for the 3rd Regulatory Period
(2011-2015)
The completed projects refer to those projects completed in the period 01 January 2011 to 31
December 2013. In this period, NGCP completed a total of 954.8 circuit-km of overhead
transmission lines and installed 3,925 MVA additional substation capacities and 270 MVAR reactive
power support as shown in Table 5.1. Furthermore, in compliance with the Standard Equipment
Identification and Labeling (SEIL), which adopted a new naming convention for substations as
shown in Appendix 1, some of the projects names were also changed or updated for consistency.
PROJECT NAME
(AS FILED WITH ERC)
LUZON
Luzon Transmission
Equipment Upgrade
Hermosa-Balintawak T/L
Relocation
Santiago-Alicia 69 kV T/L
and S/S (Package 2)
Batangas Transmission
Reinforcement Project
Luzon S/S Expansion

Project 1
Table 5.1 Completed Projects for 2011-2013

PROJECT NAME
MVA
MVAR
CKT-KM
(UNDER SEIL)
600
Kadampat S/S - January

2011
180
Hermosa-Quezon T/L
Relocation
12.5
80
160.3
1,600
Luzon Upgrading Project 1

Mariveles CFPP
Transmission
Reinforcement (Network
Asset)
230 kV T/L
PCB Replacement for
San Jose S/S
San Esteban - Laoag
230 kV T/L (Stage 1)
Northern Transmission
Development
(Magapit Capacitor)
Tayabas S/S Expansion
Project 1
300
7.5
15
600
DATE OF COMPLETION
March 2011
January 2011
Bian S/S December
2011
Bian S/S December
2011
Mexico S/S September
2011
Cruz na Daan and Bantay
S/S June 2012
Laoag S/S July 2012
Cabanatuan S/S August
2012
Bauang S/S September
2012
Naga S/S December
2012
Dasmarias S/S Dec.
2012
84.5
Line 1 January 2013

Line 2 December 2012
April 2011
0.5
March 2013
May 2013
January 2013
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PROJECT NAME
(AS FILED WITH ERC)
VISAYAS
Northern Panay Backbone
PROJECT NAME
(UNDER SEIL)
MVA
MVAR
CKT-KM
DATE OF COMPLETION
190
January 2011
/1
Priority 1: Amlan, Mabinay
& Bacolod S/S - March
2011
/2
Priority 2: Dingle S/S
August 2012
Sta. Barbara S/S August
2012
Panitan S/S August 2012
Compostela S/S October
2012
June 2011
November 2011
San Juan - Dingle T/L
December 2011
Dingle S/S December
2011
San Juan S/S November
2012
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Visayas PCB Replacement
New Naga Substation

Wright-Calbayog T/L
Colon Substation
Paranas-Calbayog T/L
Negros-Panay
Interconnection Uprating
(Phase 1)
/3
50
50
130
50
70
MINDANAO
Sangali-Pitogo 138 kV T/L
Zamboanga-Pitogo 138
kV T/L
Mindanano S/S Expansion

2005 (Matanao, Butuan,
Sta. Clara)
January 2011
Matanao January 2011
Butuan October 2011
Sta. Clara November
2011
200
Gen. Santos-Tacurong 138

kV T/L
Mindanao Reliability
Compliance Project 1
(Phase 3: Mindanao Shunt
Reactors and Capacitors)
Mindanao PCB
/4
Replacement
Nuling and Tindalo S/S
Expansion
67
200
160
December 2011
Bislig - March 2012
Sta. Clara July 2012
67.5
June 2011
Sultan Kudarat and

Nabunturan S/S
Expansion
TOTAL
Nuling S/S April 2013

Tindalo S/S March 2013
175
3,925
270
954.8
/1
10-138 kV PCB and associated equipment

/2
9-138 kV PCB and associated equipment
/3
50 MVA initially installed from the 2x50 MVA approved by the ERC
/4
22-138 kV PCB and associated equipment (supply only, installation to be handled by O&M)
Shown in Tables 5.2 to 5.4 are the remaining 3rd Regulatory Period approved transmission
projects for Luzon, the Visayas and Mindanao.
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Table 5.2 Ongoing Projects for Luzon (2014-2015)

PROJECT NAME/DRIVER
PROJECT NAME
MVA
(AS FILED & APPROVED BY ERC)
(UNDER SEIL)
Generation Entry
Mariveles CFPP Transmission
Reinforcement Project (Network Asset)
BCCP S/S Expansion
Ambuklao - Binga 230 kV T/L Upgrading
/4
RP Energy CFPP Associated T/L Project
Load Growth
Luzon S/S Expansion Project 2
1,100
800
1,375
New Antipolo 230 kV S/S
Antipolo 230 kV S/S
Congestion Alleviation
Dasmarinas S/S Expansion
Dasmarias 500 kV S/S Expansion
900
Kalayaan-Makban 230 kV T/L Upgrading
Lumban-Bay 230 kV T/L Upgrading
San Jose-Balintawak 230 kV Line 3
San Jose-Quezon 230 kV Line 3
System Reliability and Power Quality
Binga-San Manuel 230 kV T/L(Stage 1)
50
Binga-San Manuel 230 kV T/L (Stage 2)
Luzon Voltage Improvement Project 1
/5
Luzon PCB Replacement
Luzon S/S Reliability Project 1
250
San Esteban - Laoag 230 kV T/L (Stage 2)
600
San Jose-Angat 115 kV Line Upgrading
Santiago - Tuguegarao 230 kV Line 2
/4
/5
MVAR
CKT
-KM
ETC
2014
200
22
114
2015
2015
40
2014
2014
2015
2015
80
19
2014
2014
2015
80
500
600
240
36
118
2014
2015
2014
2014
2014
2014
2015
2014
Based on 2 x150 MW Generating Units. Project components and target commissioning year to be changed based on 2x300 MW
Generating Units.
9-115 kV PCB and 9-230 kV PCB and associated equipment
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San Esteban-Laoag 230 kV

Transmission Line (Stage 2)
Santiago-Tuguegarao
230 kV Line 2
Ambuklao-Binga 230 kV
Transmission Line Upgrading
Luzon S/S Reliability

Project 1
- Botolan
- Gumaca
- Labo
- San Esteban
- Currimao
Binga-San Manuel 230 kV

Transmission Line
Luzon Power Circuit

Breaker Replacement
- San Jose
- Labo
- Malaya
- Gumaca
San Jose-Angat 115 kV

Line Upgrading
San Jose-Quezon 230 kV

Line 3
Antipolo 230 kV Substation
Lumban-Bay 230 kV T/L

Upgrading
Dasmarias EHV
Substation Expansion
Mariveles CFPP Transmission

Reinforcement Project
(Network Asset)
- BCCP S/S Expansion
RP Energy CFPP
Associated T/L Project
Luzon S/S
Expansion
Project 2
- Mexico
- Concepcion
- La Trinidad
- Ambuklao
- Santiago
Luzon S/S
Expansion
Project 3
- Batangas
- Calaca
- Bay
Luzon S/S
Expansion
Project 4
- Muntinlupa
- Nagsaag
- Bayombong
- Limay
- Tuguegarao
- Santiago
- Labrador
- Daraga
Luzon Voltage
Improvement
Project 1
- Naga
- Doa Imelda
- Marilao
- Muntinlupa
- Cabanatuan
Fig. 5.1 Ongoing Projects for Luzon (2014-2015)
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Luzon Voltage
Improvement
Project 2
- Dasmarias
- Bian
- Mexico
Table 5.3 Ongoing Projects for the Visayas (2014-2015)

PROJECT NAME/DRIVER
PROJECT NAME
MVA
(UNDER SEIL)
Generation Entry
Talavera-Sigpit-New Naga 138 kV T/L
Calung-calung-Colon 138 kV T/L
Load Growth
Bohol Backbone
100
Negros V T/L
Southern Panay Backbone
50
Visayas S/S Expansion Project 1
200
Congestion Alleviation
New Naga-Banilad 138 kV T/L
Colon-Cebu 138 kV T/L
System Reliability and Power Quality
Compostela S/S Expansion
150
Ormoc-Maasin 138 kV T/L
Ormoc-Babatngon 138 kV T/L
Sta. Rita-Quinapundan 69 kV T/L
Visayas S/S Reliability Project 1
500
Visayas S/S Reliability Project 2
500
/6
Cebu-Lapu Lapu T/L
Banilad-Mandaue-Mactan Transmission
/7
Culasi-San Jose 69 kV T/L
Culasi-Sibalom 69 kV T/L
/6
/7
MVAR
CKTKM
ETC
56
2014
96
58
99
2014
2015
2014
2014
50
2014
113.97
78.54
97
18.9
86
2014
2014
2014
2014
2014
2014
2015
2015
- Project components to be changed to interface with the proposed Cebu-Negros-Panay (CNP) Backbone.
- To be linked to the new substation in San Jose under the Southern Panay Backbone Project.
Culasi-San Jose 69 kV T/L
Colon-Cebu
138 kV T/L
Compostela S/S
Expansion
Visayas S/S
Expansion Project 1
- Ormoc
- Calung-calung
- Kabankalan
Ormoc-Babatngon
138 kV T/L
Sta. Rita-Quinapundan
69 kV T/L
Visayas S/S
Reliability Project 1
- Ormoc
- Amlan
- Bacolod
- Cadiz
- Babatngon
- Maasin
- Samboan
Ormoc-Maasin
138 kV T/L
Southern Panay
Backbone (Substation)
Cebu-Lapu-lapu T/L
Visayas S/S
Reliability Project 2
- Mandaue
- Lapu-lapu
- Ormoc
- Sta. Barbara
- Sta. Rita
- Babatngon
Bohol Backbone
Calung-calung-Colon
138 kV T/L
Negros V T/L
Fig. 5.2 Ongoing Projects for the Visayas (2014-2015)

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Table 5.4 Ongoing Projects for Mindanao (2014-2015)

PROJECT NAME/DRIVER
PROJECT NAME
MVA
(UNDER SEIL)
Load Growth
Aurora-Polanco 138 kV T/L
75
Abaga-Kirahon 230 kV T/L
Balo-i-Villanueva 230 kV T/L
Mindanao S/S Expansion Project 2
150
System Reliabililty and Power Quality
Reliability Compliance Project 1
(Phase 1: Butuan-Placer 138 kV T/L)
(Phase 2: Matanao-Gen. Santos
(Phase 2: Matanao-Klinan 138 kV T/L)
138 kV T/L)
Mindanao S/S Reliability Project 1
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Nuling Capacitor
Sultan Kudarat Capacitor
Pulangui-Kibawe 138 kV Line 3
Maramag-Kibawe 138 kV Line 3
Kirahon-Maramag 230 kV T/L
Villanueva-Maramag 230 kV T/L
Villanueva-Maramag
230 kV T/L
Aurora-Polanco
138 kV T/L
Maramag-Kibawe
138 kV Line 3
Sultan Kudarat
Capacitor
Matanao-Gen. Santos
138 kV T/L
Mindanao S/S Expansion
Project 2
- Gen. Santos
- Kidapawan
Fig. 5.3 Ongoing Projects for Mindanao (2014-2015)
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CKT
-KM
ETC
184
240
2014
2014
2014
100
2014
70
2014
21
216
2014
2014
2014
2014
15
Butuan-Placer
138 kV T/L
Balo-i-Villanueva
230 kV T/L
Mindanao S/S Reliability

Project 1
- Jasaan
- Bunawan
- Aurora
- Lugait
MVAR
CHAPTER 6: 2014-2023 Transmission Outlook for Luzon

6.1 Introduction
The ten-year projected demand for 2014-2023 period was based on the total demand within the
three consumer groups in Luzon: 1) MERALCO, which consist of consumers within NCR and
adjacent provinces; 2) North Luzon; and 3) South Luzon. Light loading scenario was based on
historical data and was considered at 55 % of the system peak demand in the Luzon Grid.
Furthermore, the following dispatch conditions were also considered:
a) Maximum North Wet Season: All generation facility outputs in the northern part of the grid are
set to their maximum capacities;
b) Maximum South Dry Season: All generation facility outputs in the southern part of the grid are
set to their maximum capacities;
c) Typical Generation Scenario: Power generation are based on the typical output levels of
power plants during system peak load; and
d) Other Generation Scenario: Particular study areas, e.g., Bataan, Batangas, etc. where varying
dispatch of concentrated power generation could result in additional transmission constraints.
6.2 Existing and Programmed Generation Capacity

The Existing and Programmed Generation Capacity from the 2012 PDP Updates discussed in
Chapter 4 (see Figure 4.4a and Table 4.4a) was further assessed and included in the system
model. Table 6.1 below shows that, a total of 10,757 MW installed capacity will come from
Conventional Power Plants, while the emerging Renewable Energy (RE)-Based Power Plants could
provide a total of 752.90 MW installed capacity, with details shown below:
Table 6.1: Existing and Programmed Generation Capacity for Luzon
Power Plant Type/
Existing Generation
Programmed Generation
Fuel Source/RE Source
Capacity
Capacity for 2013-2021
(MW)
(MW)
Coal
4,530.60
4,792
Diesel/Oil
2,020.20
150
Natural Gas
2,861
5,815
Sub-Total
9,411.80
10,757
Geothermal
824
140
Hydro
2,462.40
7.5
Wind
33
497.50
Biomass
38.50
57.90
Solar
50
Sub-Total
3,357.90
752.90
Total
12,769.80
11,509.9
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6.3 North Luzon

The North Luzon area is composed of seven O&M Districts: Ilocos Region, Mt. Province, North and
South Central Luzon, Cagayan Valley, West Central Luzon and North Tagalog. Based on the 2013
projected peak demand, North Luzon accounts to 1,764 MW or about 22 % of the entire peak
demand in the Luzon Grid. As discussed in Section 3.3, the Northern Transmission Corridor
consists of 500 kV, 230 kV and 115 kV AC transmission system.
Based on 2012 data, CFPP in this area include 1,294 MW Sual, 630 MW Masinloc and 651.6 MW
Mariveles, while Diesel Power Plants installed capacity totalled 508.2 MW augmented by 620 MW
Limay Combined Cycle Gas Turbines. North Luzon also hosts a total of 1,647.8 MW or 67 % of
Large HEPPs in Luzon, i.e., 411 MW San Roque, 360 MW Magat, 246 MW Angat, 132 MW
Pantabangan-Masiway, 105 MW Ambuklao, 125 MW Binga, 70 MW Bakun, 165 MW Casecnan
and 33.8 MW Hedcor. The 33 MW Bangui Wind Power, the first wind farm in the country is also
located in Ilocos Norte in the northernmost tip of Luzon.
6.3.1 Ongoing Transmission Projects for the 3rd Regulatory Period
Aside from the completed projects for period 2011-2013, considered in the system simulation are
the target completion of ongoing projects for period 2014-2015 (remaining years of 3rd Regulatory
Period) which are at various stages of implementation (including some changes), with the following
details and corresponding project drivers:
a) Generation Entry:
1
Ambuklao-Binga 230 kV T/L, 11 km that includes 6-230 kV PCB and associated equipment
in Ambuklao S/S;
Mariveles CFPP Transmission Reinforcement, composed of 230 kV PCB and associated
equipment for Limay BCCP S/S Expansion; and
rd
RP Energy CFPP Associated Project, approved by the ERC for implementation in the 3
Regulatory Period, however, with the change in generation capacity from 2 x 150 MW to
2 x 300 MW and change in target commissioning year, the grid reinforcement was revised
accordingly and was packaged under the Western Luzon 500 kV Backbone (Stage 1) and to
be included in the 4th Regulatory Reset application. The details of the revised project
components are discussed under 6.3.3.1.
b) Congestion Alleviation:
San Jose-Quezon 230 kV T/L, 19 km including PCB and associated equipment for San Jose
(2-230 kV PCB) and Quezon S/S (1-230 kV PCB);
c) Load Growth:
Luzon S/S Expansion Project 2, includes 230/69-13.8 kV power transformers for Mexico:
300 MVA and 100 MVA, Concepcion: 100 MVA and La Trinidad: 2-300 MVA. For Santiago
S/S, 3-230 kV PCB and associated equipment; and
Power Circuit Breaker (PCB) and associated equipment includes Disconnect Switches (DS), Lightning Arresters (LA), Current
Transformers (CT), Capacitive Voltage Transformers (CVT), Power Transformers (PT), Power Control and Instrumentation Cables,
Cable Trays, Grounding and Installation Materials, AC&DC Auxiliary Switchboards, etc.
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Luzon S/S Expansion Project 4, composed of 230/69-13.8 kV power transformers for

Nagsaag: 100 MVA, Bayombong: 75 MVA, Limay: 100 MVA, Tuguegarao: 100 MVA,
Santiago: 2-100 MVA, Daraga: 100 MVA and 230/115kV power transformer for Muntinlupa:
300MVA.
d) System Reliability and Power Quality:

Binga-San Manuel 230 kV T/L, 40 km with corresponding expansions at Binga S/S composed
of 50 MVA 230/69-13.8 kV power transformer, 10-230 kV and 2-69 kV PCB and associated
equipment and San Manuel S/S composed of 2-230 kV PCB and associated equipment;
San Esteban-Laoag 230 kV T/L (Stage 2), 120 km with corresponding expansions in Laoag
S/S (2x300 MVA 230/115 kV power transformers, 6-230 kV and 9-115 kV PCB and associated
equipment and 7.5 MVAR 115 kV Capacitor Bank) and San Esteban S/S (5-230 kV PCB and
associated equipment). The stage 1 of this project involves the Laoag S/S Reconfiguration
which was completed ahead to accommodate wind farms in Ilocos Norte;
San Jose-Angat 115 kV Line Upgrading, 18 km including 2-115 kV PCB and associated
equipment for San Jose S/S;
Santiago-Tuguegarao 230 kV Line 2, 118 km including PCB and associated equipment for
Santiago (2-230 kV PCB) and Tuguegarao (1-230 kV PCB) S/S;
Luzon S/S Reliability Project 1 (Botolan-50 MVA, San Esteban-50 MVA and Currimao-50 MVA
power transformers. The installation of 50 MVA transformer in Currimao S/S will be packaged
under another project, as this was changed from the original 20 MVA (hauling and installation
only of power transformer from Laoag S/S);
Luzon Voltage Improvement Project 1, composed of 230 kV capacitor banks for Marilao
(3-50 MVAR) and Cabanatuan (1-100 MVAR) S/S;
Luzon Voltage Improvement Project 2, composed of 2-100 MVAR 230 kV capacitor banks for
Mexico S/S;
Luzon PCB Replacement Project, the installation of 9-115 kV PCB and associated equipment
for San Jose Substation.
6.3.2 Transmission Project for Accelerated Implementation

6.3.2.1 Balingueo (Sta. Barbara) 230 kV Substation
Existing Transmission System:
The power requirements of various load centers in the three cities in Pangasinan: Dagupan, San
Carlos and Urdaneta and adjacent municipalities are being supplied through the NGCP Labrador
and San Manuel Substations. Central Electric Cooperative (CENPELCO), Dagupan Electric
Cooperative (DECORP) and Pangasinan III Electric Cooperative (PANELCO III) handle the
distribution system towards the end users in their respective franchise areas through 69 kV
distribution system.
Transmission Needs:
Considering the existing and projected demand in Pangasinan, the system simulation has
determined the urgent need to establish a new drawdown substation strategically located
between the two existing substations. Moreover, there is also a need for the involved DUs to
construct three new 69 kV lines to be connected to the load-end substations of the DUs to the
proposed Balingueo (Sta. Barbara) 230 kV Substation. The implementation scheme, which was
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prepared in close coordination with the three DUs, will address the projected load growth, and
improve the system reliability and provide operational flexibilityby preventing any load shedding
should there be an outage in one of the transformers in either Labrador or San Manuel
Substation.
Major Project Components:
Balingueo (Sta. Barbara) S/S: 2-100 MVA 230/69-13.8 kV Power Transformers, 5-230 kV PCB
and 4-69 kV PCB and associated equipment.
Although targeted for completion in 2015, which is still within the 3rd Regulatory Period, this project
shall be included in the 4th Regulatory Reset application of NGCP, thus will still undergo the
regulatory reset process. The issuance of ERC approval for accelerated implementation has
enabled NGCP to implement the project ahead of the 4th Regulatory Period.
6.3.3 Proposed Transmission Projects for 2016-2023

The following were considered in the system model used in the conduct of network analysis that
determines the needed transmission augmentation in North Luzon:
a) Target commissioning of various power plants, both Conventional and the emerging Renewable
Energy from Wind Farms in Ilocos Norte and Biomass in Nueva Ecija and Bulacan;
b) The need to meet the projected demand of various load centers and transmit excess generation
towards the NCR and adjacent provinces, especially during rainy season;
c) The need to establish a new drawdown substation to reduce the load of nearby substations, thus
provide a more efficient transmission service to the customers; and
d) The need to maintain compliance with the PGC-prescribed power quality standards and to
improve system reliability.
Shown in Table 6.2 is the list of transmission projects planned for North Luzon in the period 20162023, with the corresponding project drivers.
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Table 6.2: Proposed Transmission Projects for North Luzon

Project Name/Driver(s)
Province(s)
Generation Entry
Western Luzon 500 kV Backbone (Stage 1)
Zambales and Bataan
Laoag-Bangui 230 kV T/L
Ilocos Norte
Bolo 500 kV Substation Expansion
Pangasinan
Nagsaag-Liberty 230 kV T/L
Nueva Ecija and Pangasinan
Generation Entry and System Reliability
La Trinidad-Sagada 230 kV T/L
Benguet
Santiago-Dinadiawan-Baler 230 kV T/L
Aurora
Load Growth
Mexico-San Simon 69 kV T/L
Pampanga
Hermosa-Floridablanca 69 kV Line
Bataan
Load Growth and System Reliability
San Simon Substation
Pampanga
Luzon Substation Expansion 5
Pangasinan, Nueva Ecija and Bataan
Nagsaag-San Manuel 230 kV Tie Line Upgrading
Pangasinan
Magalang 230 kV Substation
Pampanga
System Reliability
Pantabangan 230 kV Switchyard Upgrading
Nueva Ecija
La Trinidad Calot 69 kV T/L
Benguet
Ilocos Region Substation Upgrading
Ilocos Norte, La Union and Pangasinan
Cagayan Valley Substation Upgrading
Quirino
Central Luzon Substations Upgrading
Bataan and Bulacan
Gamu 230 kV Substation Expansion
Isabela
Nagsaag 500 kV Substation Expansion
Pangasinan
Currimao Substation Expansion
Ilocos Norte
Castillejos 230 kV Substation
Zambales
Hermosa-Clark 230 kV T/L
Pampanga and Bataan
Liberty-Baler 230 kV T/L
Nueva Ecija and Aurora
Power Quality
Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, Benguet,
Luzon Voltage Improvement 3
Pangasinan and Isabela
Power Quality and Load Growth
Tuguegarao-La-lo (Magapit) 230 kV T/L
Cagayan
ETC
2017
2017
2018
2020
2019
2023
2016
2018
2017
2018
2018
2020
2017
2018
2018
2019
2019
2019
2019
2019
2020
2022
2023
2018
2017
6.3.3.1 Western Luzon 500 kV Backbone (Stage 1)

The bulk power generated from Sual and Masinloc CFPP in North Luzon totaled 1,800 MW while
the capacity of the existing 500 kV backbone transmission system is 2,850 MVA per circuit.
Although there is a single outage or N-1 contingency provision in the 500 kV transmission
system, the long-term development plan considers a higher level of reliability up to N-2
contingency to prevent disruption of power flow in the EHV corridor, which consist of double
circuit in common steel structures; and
Should there be a double circuit outage along the Bolo-Nagsaag 500 kV line, the remaining
single circuit Labrador-Botolan-Subic 230 kV Line has limited capacity of 300 MVA only, hence
the aggregate 1,800 MW power generation from Sual and Masinloc CFPP will be significantly
constrained.
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Transmission Needs:
As shown in Table 4.4a in Chapter 4, the AES
Masinloc have expansion project in 2017 for
additional installed capacity of 600 MW. These
development will result in a total dependable
capacity of about 2,400 MW to be delivered
through the Bolo 500 kV Substation in
Pangasinan, which would result in heavier
loading for the 500 kV backbone, thus the need
to establish the Western 500 kV Backbone
corridor from Bolo 500 kV to Hermosa 500 kV
Substations to be implemented by stages; and
With the change in installed capacity of the
proposed RP Energy CFPP from 2 x 150 MW to
2 x 300 MW (2016), there is a need for a direct
power delivery to Hermosa Substation as the
Olongapo-Hermosa 230 kV line has insufficient
capacity. From the proposed power plant to
future Castillejos 500 kV Substation, which is a
Connection Asset, the line will be designed at
230 kV. However, from Hermosa to Castillejos,
the line will be designed at 500 kV (to be initially
energized at 230 kV), since this segment
(stage 1) is already part of the Western 500 kV
Backbone.
Labrador
Kadampat S/S
Botolan
Masinloc
Hanjin
Olongapo S/S
500 kV-designed
(to be energized at 230 kV)
RP Energy
To Malolos S/S
To San Jose S/S
Subic
Enron
To Mexico S/S
Hermosa S/S
To Duhat S/S
split
BCCPP
Block B
Bataan S/S
BCCPP
Block A
Mariveles
Plant

Castillejos-Hermosa 500 kV T/L, ST-DC, 4-795 MCM ACSR, 32 km (initially energized at
230 kV); and
Hermosa 230 kV S/S Expansion, 4-230 kV PCB and associated equipment.
6.3.3.2 Laoag-Bangui 230 kV Transmission Line
Consumers in the Ilocos Region are currently drawing its bulk power requirement through San
Esteban 230 kV Substation. This is transmitted through the San Esteban-Bantay-CurrimaoLaoag 115 kV transmission line were the existing 33 MW Northwind Wind Farm is connected at
the Laoag 115 kV Substation. The northernmost area is presently served by the existing LaoagBangui 69 kV Line through the INEC-owned Burgos 69 kV Load-end Substation; and
To accommodate the wind farm projects in Ilocos Norte, NGCP is currently implementing 120 km
San Esteban-Laoag 230 kV Transmission Line Project, which is one of the committed projects
for the 3rd Regulatory Period.
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Transmission Needs:
There is a need to develop a common transmission facility for the wind power plants in
northwestern Luzon in lieu of the long individual 115 kV connection lines going to Laoag 115 kV
Substation. This will shorten the 115 kV connection lines for the wind power plants, thus
minimize the acquisition of the right-of-way; and
The proposed Bangui 230 kV Substation will also serve as delivery point for the loads of Ilocos
Norte Electric Cooperative (INEC) in the future. The implementation scheme also complements
the North Luzon 230 kV Loop, which is a long-term development plan for the region.
LaoagBangui 230 kV T/L, 1-795 MCM ACSR/AS, ST-DC, 50 km;
Laoag 230 kV S/S Expansion: 4-230 kV PCB and associated equipment; and
Bangui 230 kV S/S: 1-300 MVA, 230/115-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 5-230 kV PCB and
9-115 kV PCB including associated equipment.
6.3.3.3 Bolo 500 kV Substation Expansion
The Kadampat 500 kV Substation receives the power generated from Masinloc and Sual CFPP.
As the demand for power increases, more generated power is transmitted through this
substation.
Transmission Needs:
An additional 600 MVA capacity for Kadampat Substation is required in order to maintain the
provision for N-1 contingency during the maximum north generation scenario wherein
Masinloc, Sual, Bakun, BPPC, Magat, Ambuklao, Binga, Pantabangan, Casecnan Power Plants
are simultaneously dispatched at their maximum outputs (including future generation capacity
addition).
Bolo 500 kV S/S Expansion: 1-600 MVA, 500/230 kV Power Transformer, 3-500 kV PCB, and
2-230 kV PCB including associated equipment.
6.3.3.4 Nagsaag-Liberty 230 kV Transmission Line
The Province of Nueva Ecija hosts the 132 MW Pantabangan-Masiway HEPP which is
connected at Pantabangan 230 kV Substation while the power requirement of the loads is being
served by NGCPs Cabanatuan 230 kV Substation. These substations are linked to the Grid
through an old single circuit 230 kV line from Nagsaag-Pantabangan-Cabanatuan-Mexico
230 kV line. With this configuration, additional generation coming from Pantabangan will no
longer be accommodated.
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Transmission Needs:
The Nagsaag-Liberty 230 kV line project will accommodate the

proposed 600 MW Pump-Storage Hydroelectric Power Plant Project of
First Gen Prime Energy Corporation. This 230 kV line project will form
part of upgrading project of the old single circuit NagsaagPantabangan-Cabanatuan-Mexico 230 kV line. The Liberty 230 kV
Substation will also be utilized to serve the existing loads connected at
the Cabanatuan-Pantabangan 69kV line. This new substation will allow
to shift the loads connected at the far-end of the CabanatuanPantabangan 69 kV line and will be able to cater future loads in Nueva
Ecija.
Liberty-Nagsaag 230 kV T/L, 4-795 MCM ACSR/AS, ST-DC, 68.0 kms;

Liberty 230 kV S/S: 1-50 MVA 230/69 kV Power Transformer, Control Room, 11-230 kV PCB
and associated equipment; and
Nagsaag 230 kV S/S Expansion: 3-230 kV PCBs and associated equipment.
6.3.3.5 La Trinidad-Sagada 230 kV Transmission Line (Initially Energized at 69 kV)
Existing Power System:
The La Trinidad-Bulalacao 69 kV line is a double circuit 69 kV sub-transmission line that was
energized in 1982. This line serves Benguet Electric Cooperative (BENECO), MOPRECO,
Philex Mines, and generation from Hedcor Sinipsip. In addition, other incoming generators intend
to connect to this line such as the 27 MW Tinoc Hydro, 15 MW Sagada, and 14 MW Hedcor
(with additional 120 MW capacity).
Transmission Needs:
In order to cater the proposed generation capacity
additions in the area which are mostly hydro power
plants, the La Trinidad-Sagada 230 kV T/L is
proposed. The old age and reliability issues of the
existing La Trinidad-Bulalacao 69 kV line are also
among the drivers for this project.
La Trinidad-MOPRECO Sagada: 230 kV T/L (initially
energize at 69 kV), ST/SP-DC, 1-795 MCM,
93.25 km transmission line;
La Trinidad S/S Expansion: 2-69 kV PCB and
associated equipment; and
Sagada Switching Station: 6-69 kV PCB and
associated equipment.
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6.3.3.6 Santiago-Dinadiawan-Baler 230 kV Transmission Line

The generation from the 360 MW Magat HEPP is being delivered to the Santiago 230 kV
Substation. The excess power from the consumption of Santiago, Gamu and Tuguegarao
230 kV Substations is then delivered to other substations through the Santiago- BayombongAmbuklao 230 kV lines. With the proposed expansion of Magat HEPP, it is expected that the
230 kV transmission corridor Santiago-Bayombong-Ambuklao will be overloaded during N-1
contingency; and
The northern part of the Province of Aurora is being served by NPC-SPUG and with the
expected load growth, power supply reliability and adequacy are
among the issues.
Transmission Needs:
The Santiago-Dinadiawan-Baler 230 kV line project will be developed
as a new transmission corridor which can address the required
reinforcement for the outgoing circuits from Santiago and at the same
time address the power requirements in the province of Aurora to
support the Aurora Pacific Economic Zone and Freeport. The project,
which will also involve the development of a new substation at
Dinadiawan to serve as the connection point for the Ecozone. This
project also expected to be implemented by stages.
Project Components:
Santiago-Dinadiawan 230 kV T/L, 1-795 MCM ST-DC, 100 km;

Dinadiawan-Baler 230 kV T/L, 1-795 MCM ST-DC, 52.6 km;
Santiago 230 kV S/S: 4-230 kV PCB and associated equipment;
Dinadiawan 230 kV S/S: 1-50 MVA 230/69 kV Transformer, 8-230 kV PCB and associated
equipment; and
Baler 230 kV S/S: 6-230 kV PCB and associated equipment.
6.3.3.7 Mexico-San Simon 69 kV Transmission Line
The Mexico-MIC 69 kV Line, Mexico-SKK40 69 kV Line and the Mexico-CSPA 69 kV Line
serving the area of San Simon and the steel plants in the area are already at their maximum
delivery capacity and can no longer accommodate any new big developments such as new steel
plants. The local government of San Simon is very optimistic that more steel plants will be
coming in, making San Simon the Steel Plant Capital of the country. Since most of the steel
plants require connection to higher transmission voltage level, the grid should be augmented to
allow connection.
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Transmission Needs:
The Mexico-San Simon 69 kV Line is the first stage of the
development to address the incoming steel plants and load
growth in San Simon. To serve the immediate needs of the new
steel plants, additional 69 kV lines should be put-up. If more
steel plants or other industrial facilities will be built in San Simon
in the future, a new 230 kV drawdown substation will be the long
term solution.
Project Components:
Mexico-San Simon 69 kV T/L, ST/SP-DC, 410 mm2 TACSR, 8.0 km; and
Mexico S/S Expansion: 2-69 kV PCB and associated equipment.
6.3.3.8 Hermosa-Floridablanca 69 kV Line
Existing 69 kV Transmission System:
The existing Hermosa-Guagua 69 kV line is a 53 year old asset
and is among the subtransmission lines already reverted by the
ERC to NGCPs Regulatory Asset Base (RAB).
Transmission Needs:
The said line has insufficient transfer capacity to accommodate
load growth. With this, the new Hermosa-Floridablanca 69 kV
line is proposed to ensure the capacity and reliability of supply
for the connected customers in the area namely, Pampanga II
Electric Cooperative Inc. (PELCO II), San Fernando Electric
Light and Power Company (SFELAPCO) and Basa Air Base
Hermosa-Floridablanca 69 kV kV T/L, 1-795 MCM ACSR,

SP-SC, 16.86 km; and
Basa Air Base-100D 69 kV kV T/L, 1-795 MCM ACSR, SP-SC,
2.86 km.
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6.3.3.9 San Simon 230 kV Substation

The Mexico 230 kV Substation caters almost the entire load of Pampanga, which hosts several
industries including steel plants. In particular, Mexico-MIC and Mexico-CSPA 69 kV Lines
currently serves the load of MIC 1st, Melters, CIGI, SKK20, Currimao and Formosa; and
With the projected load growth due to these existing industries and the anticipated entry of new
steel plant customers in the area, these 69 kV facilities has limited transfer capacities to supply
the power requirements.
Transmission Needs:
To address the limited capacity of Mexico-MIC and Mexico-CSPA 69 kV Lines in the long term to
cater the load growth and the entry of new steel plant customers in the area, there is a need to
establish a new drawdown substation in San Simon. The next issue to be addressed is the
limited capacity of the 69 kV outgoing feeders.
San Simon 230 kV S/S: 1-300 MVA, 230/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 5- 230 kV PCB and
9-69 kV PCB and associated equipment; and
230 kV T/L Extension from the bus-in point to San Simon 230 kV S/S: 2-795 MCM ACSR, STDC, 4 km.
6.3.3.10 Luzon Substation Expansion 5
Nagsaag, San Manuel, Limay and Cabanatuan 230 kV Substations serve various consumers in
Pangasinan, Nueva Ecija and Bataan provinces.
Transmission Needs:
To meet the projected increase in demand in the planning horizon, there is a need to increase
the substation capacity in each substation through the installation of additional power
transformers.
Nagsaag S/S Expansion: 1- 100 MVA 230/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 2- 69 kV PCB and
associated equipment;
San Manuel S/S Expansion: 1- 100 MVA, 230/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 2- 69 kV PCB and
Hermosa S/S Expansion: 1-100 MVA, 230/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer;
Limay S/S Expansion: 1-100 MVA, 230/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer (to replace the existing
50 MVA); and
Cabanatuan 230 kV S/S: 1-300 MVA, 230/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer (to replace the existing
100 MVA).
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6.3.3.11 Nagsaag San Manuel 230 kV Tie Line Upgrading

The 180 MW Casecnan, 400 MW San Roque and 100 MW Pantabangan HEPP are connected
to the Luzon Grid through Nagsaag 230 kV Substation. The generated power from these
hydroelectric plants are delivered to the load centers via the 500 kV transmission backbone and
the 230 kV transmission corridors of San ManuelConcepcionMexico and the Nagsaag
PantabanganCabanatuanMexico; and
Presently the 230 kV tie-line between Nagsaag and San Manuel 230 kV Substations is single
circuit only, thus an outage would result in low voltage issues and overloading of the
PantabanganCabanatuan 230 kV line.
Transmission Needs:
The result of network assessment has determined the need to upgrade the existing 230 kV tie
line from single circuit to double circuit between the San Manuel and Nagsaag 230 kV
Substations to avoid the overloading of 52.47 km PantabanganCabanatuan 230 kV Line and
address voltage problem in the area during contingency event.
Nagsaag-San Manuel 230 kV T/L, SP-DC, 2-410 mm2 TACSR, 1.0 km;
Nagsaag S/S Expansion: 6-230 kV PCB and associated equipment;
Binga-San Manuel 230 kV T/L Extension, SP/ST-DC, 2-795 MCM ACSR, 4 km; and
San Manuel S/S Expansion: 2-230 kV PCB and associated equipment.
6.3.3.12 Magalang 230 kV Substation

The Mexico-Clark 69 kV Line 1 and Mexico-Clark 69 kV Line 2 serving the area of Mabalacat,
Clark and Angeles City are reaching their maximum delivery capacity due to the substantial load
growth in the area. Angeles Electric Corporation (AEC) and Clark Electric Distribution
Corporation (CEDC) have expressed difficulty in developing new 69 kV lines from Mexico
Substation due to Right-of-Way issues. Further increase in load is expected due to big
developments in the area such as Global Gateway Logistics City, expansion projects of
Yokohama, SM City and INGASCO.
Transmission Needs:
The Magalang 230 kV Substation aims to serve the new and growing loads in Mabalacat, Clark
and Angeles City and it will also provide enough capacity for future developments. The
Magalang 230 kV Substation will bus-in along the existing Concepcion-Mexico 230 kV Line.
Project Components:
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Extension from the bus-in point (Concepcion side) to Magalang Substation: 230 kV, ST-DC,
2-410 mm2 TACSR, 0.1 km;
Extension from the bus-in point (Mexico side) to Magalang Substation: 230 kV, ST-DC,
2-410 mm2 TACSR, 0.1 km; and
Magalang 230 kV S/S (New): 1-100 MVA, 230/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 9-230 kV PCB,
11-69 kV PCB and associated equipment.
6.3.3.13 Pantabangan 230 kV Switchyard Upgrading
The Pantabangan HEPP and its 230 kV switchyard were constructed by the National Power
Corporation in 1974. In 2003, the power plant was sold to First Gen Hydro Power Corporation
(FGHPC) while the 230 kV switchyard remained a transmission asset; and
From 2009 to 2011, FGHPC has already rehabilitated/upgraded the plants 2-64 MVA power
transformers and 2-50 MW generators with 2-75 MVA and 2-65 MW units, respectively.
However, the existing 230 kV switchyard remained due for rehabilitation.
Transmission Needs and Other Consideration:
In 2013, the power circuit breakers and associated equipment in the said switchyard arranged in
a ring-bus configuration are already 39 years old and nearing its 40-year asset life;
Given the old age and the deteriorated condition of this switchyard as manifested in its
maintenance history, the switchyard is already due for rehabilitation/replacement. In addition, the
non-availability in the market of spare parts for the old equipment has been among the
maintenance issues; and
It can be noted also that the power plant connected to said switchyard has black start capability
and is among the priority plants that could supply the initial power needed in the recovery of
Luzon Grid in the event of a system blackout.
Pantabangan Switchyard Upgrading: 4-230 kV PCB and associated equipment, 10-230 kV DS,
Secondary Equipment and New Control Building.
6.3.3.14 La Trinidad-Calot 69 kV Transmission Line

The La Trinidad-Calot 69 kV Line serves Benguet Electric
Cooperative (BENECO) and Hedcor wherein the former loadend substations are tap-connected along the single circuit line,
while Hedcor (Ampohaw and Asin, with an aggregate installed
capacity of 22.85 MW) small hydro generator units are
connected at the end of the said line; and
Constructed in 1956, the La Trinidad-Calot (wood-pole) 69 kV
Line has already surpassed its economic life.
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Transmission Needs:
There is already an urgent need to rehabilitate the existing La Trinidad-Calot 69 kV line to
improve its reliability, provide N-1 contingency and increase the power transfer capacity to meet
the forecasted increase of load.
Project Components:
La TrinidadCalot 69 kV T/L, Double Circuit 1-795 MCM ACSR, 17 km.
6.3.3.15 Ilocos Region Substation Upgrading
The substations in Ilocos Region will need to be more reliable in the face of increasing load and
development. In Laoag and Labrador, overloading will be experienced during the outage of one
of the installed units. Bacnotan on the other hand, has only one transformer unit and in San
Manuel, the transformers will lose N-1 provision because of load growth.
Transmission Needs:
To meet the projected increase in demand in the planning horizon and maintain the N-1
contingency provision, there is a need to increase the substation capacity through the installation
of additional power transformers.
Project Components:
Laoag 115 kV S/S: 1-100 MVA, 115/69 kV Power Transformer;
Bacnotan 230 kV S/S: 1-50 MVA, 230/69 kV Power Transformer;
San Manuel 230 kV S/S: 1-100 MVA, 230/69 kV Power Transformer, 2-69 kV PCB and
Labrador 230 kV S/S: 1-100 MVA, 230/69 kV Power Transformer;
6.3.3.16 Cagayan Valley Substation Upgrading
The Bayombong Substation in Cagayan Valley needs to be upgraded to cater the incoming load
of FCF Minerals and accommodate the load growth in the area.
Transmission Needs:
Project Components:
Bayombong 230 kV S/S: 1-100 MVA, 230/69 kV Power Transformer.
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6.3.3.17 Central Luzon Substations Upgrading

The economic developments in Central Luzon will result in further increase in load. Industrial and
commercial projects as well as the possibility of developing more 230 kV lines from Hermosa will
trigger the need for additional substation capacity. In Limay, overloading will be experienced
during outage of one of the installed units and in San Jose the problem with the unsynchronized
transformer unit should also be addressed.
Transmission Needs:
Project Components:
Hermosa 230 kV S/S: 1-100 MVA, 230/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 2-230 kV PCB and
Limay 230 kV S/S: 1-100 MVA, 230/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer; and
San Jose 230 kV S/S: 1-300 MVA, 230/115 kV Power Transformer.
6.3.3.18 Gamu 230 kV Substation Expansion
The Gamu 230 kV Substation serves the loads of ISELCO and NIA through the lone 50 MVA,
230/69-13.8 kV transformer. This substation is connected through cut-in along the Santiago
Tuguegarao 230 kV single circuit line. While this substation was only energized sometime in
2007, this was built using an old transformer and used equipment from other substations.
Transmission Needs:
The implementation scheme requires additional new power transformer, replacement of old
substation equipment, etc. and link the incoming Santiago-Tuguegarao 230 kV Line 2, which is a
committed project for the 3rd Regulatory Period.
Gamu S/S Expansion: 1-50 MVA, 230/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 6-230 kV PCB and 1-69
kV PCB and associated equipment; and
230 kV Line Extension from the Bus-in point to Gamu 230 kV S/S: ST-SC, 1-795 MCM ACSR,
1 km.
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6.3.3.19 Nagsaag 500 kV Substation Expansion

The Nagsaag 500 kV Substation receives power generation from the north which is then
delivered to Metro Manila. Presently this substation consists only of 1-600 MVA, 500/230 kV
transformer.
Transmission Needs:
There is a need to improve the system reliability and operational flexibility at Nagsaag 500 kV
Substation through the installation of the second 600 MVA transformer unit.
Nagsaag 500 kV S/S Expansion: 1-600 MVA 500/230 kV Power Transformer, 1-500 kV PCB,
6.3.3.20 Currimao Substation Expansion
Currimao 115 kV Substation, which is presently at single bus configuration, serves the loads of
INEC through a 20 MVA 115/69-13.8 kV transformer.
Transmission Needs:
To maintain the reliability and operational flexibility in serving the power requirements of the
consumers in southern part of Ilocos Norte, there is a need to install additional power
transformer and reconfigure the substation from single bus to breaker-in-a-half scheme. This
proposed implementation scheme supports the distribution development plans of INEC, which
include the development of a 69 kV load-end substation and 69 kV subtransmission line in the
area; and
Moreover, the proposed breaker-in-a half scheme with additional power transformer would cater
the proposed connection of both Ilocos Sur Electric Cooperative (ISECO) and Abra Electric
Cooperative (ABRECO) to make Currimao Substation as an alternate supply source, thus
improving reliability and operational flexibility for their respective loads. Finally, the Currimao
Substation will also be the receiving substation for the grid-connection of the 20 MW Mirae Solar
PV project proposed by Mirae Asia Energy Corporation (MAEC).
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Currimao S/S Expansion: 1-50 MVA 115/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 6-115 kV PCB,
14-69 kV PCB and associated equipment including lot acquisition.
6.3.3.21 Castillejos 230 kV Substation

The Olongapo Substation, which is 39 years old already, is a single-bus configured substation,
such that any fault or failure in the main bus could result in outage of the entire substation. This
substation has no more available space for expansion.
Transmission Needs:
There is a need to ensure the reliability of supply to the loads of more than 80 MW being served
by the existing Olongapo Substation and at the same time prevent any disruption in the 230 kV
transmission line from Hanjin Shipyards Substation to Hermosa Substation; and
The proposed Castillejos 230 kV Substation should be in place first before Olongapo Substation
could be reconfigured from the existing single-bus to breaker-and-a-half scheme. This is
intended to limit power interruptions to the consumers during the reconfiguration of the old
Olongapo Substation.
This new substation will be connected to the Western 500 kV Backbone (Stage 1).
Castillejos 230 kV S/S: 2-100 MVA, 230/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 10-230 kV PCB and
6.3.3.22 HermosaClark 230 kV Transmission Line

The Clark 230 kV Substation is presently connected radially to the Concepcion 230 kV
Substation through a 20.42 km, 1-795 MCM ACSR double circuit line. With the loads of Clark
requiring higher reliability of power supply, an alternate source of power is required in the long
term through loop connection.
Transmission Needs:
The Hermosa-Clark 230 kV T/L project will provide higher reliability of power supply to the Clark
230 kV Substation by looping the Concepcion-Clark 230 kV line. This project is in lieu to the
previously proposed Mexico-Clark 230 kV line.
There is also an incoming new load (Alviera) in the area of Porac, Pampanga wherein a draw
down substation could be built along the Hermosa Clark 230 kV line.
Hermosa-Clark 230 kV T/L, ST/SPDC, 795 MCM ACSR/AS, 53.8 km;
Hermosa S/S Expansion: 4-230 kV
PCB and associated equipment; and
Clark S/S Expansion: 4-230 kV PCB
and associated equipment.
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6.3.3.23 Liberty-Baler 230 kV Transmission Line

The AURELCO load in Baler, Aurora is being served by NGCPs Cabanatuan 230/69-13.8 kV
substation through an 80-km Cabanatuan-Talavera-Bongabong-Baler 69 kV line. Aside from
AURELCO, this line also serves other loads such as NEECO and NEA. With the anticipated
growth of these loads, it is also expected that low voltage issues will be experienced in the area
due to the length of the 69 kV line.
Transmission Needs:
The Liberty-Baler 230 kV line project (initially energized at 69 kV)
will provide improvement in the reliability of supply as well voltage
quality in Baler, Aurora, which is presently being served by a long
69 kV line from Cabanatuan Substation. This line will also
support the development of line extension going to Casiguran
and will serve as a link to connect other loads in Aurora Province
which are not Grid connected yet.
Project Components:
Liberty-Baler 230 kV T/L: 1-795 MCM ST-DC, 56.5 km;
Liberty 69 kV S/S: 4-69 kV PCB and associated equipment; and
Baler 69 kV S/S: Control Room, 4-69 kV PCB and associated equipment.
6.3.3.24 Luzon Voltage Improvement 3
Various 230 kV and 115 kV substations in north Luzon: Laoag, San Esteban, Bantay,
Tuguegarao, Botolan, Mexico and San Jose provide transmission service to the DUs and electric
cooperatives in their respective provinces. Likewise, there are 69 kV load-end substations, such
as those in Itogon, Benguet and Pantabangan in Nueva Ecija that provides similar service to the
consumers. The Nagsaag 500 kV Substation serves as the bulk power delivery point in the 500
kV system serving north Luzon provinces.
Transmission Needs:
The network analyses conducted have identified these 230 kV, 115 kV substations, 69 kV loadend substations as well as the 500 kV substation in north Luzon that will experience low voltage
problems during peak load and overvoltage problems during off peak condition in the coming
years, as the power demand continue to increase; and
To maintain the 500 kV, 230 kV, 115 kV and 69 kV system voltages within the PGC-prescribed
limits both during normal and N-1 contingency condition requires the installation of capacitor
banks and shunt reactors at the identified substations in north Luzon.
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Laoag 230 kV S/S: 2-25 MVAR, 230 kV Shunt Reactors;

San Esteban 230 kV S/S: 2-25 MVAR, 230 kV Shunt Reactors;
Tuguegarao 230 kV S/S: 1-25 MVAR Capacitor Bank and 1-25 MVAR, 230 kV Shunt Reactor;
Botolan 230 kV S/S: 1-25 MVAR 230 kV Shunt Reactor;
Mexico 230 kV S/S: 1-100 MVAR 230 kV Capacitor Bank;
San Jose 230 kV S/S: 1-100 MVAR 230 kV Capacitor Bank
Bantay 115 kV S/S: 1-7.5 MVAR, 115 kV Capacitor Bank;
Itogon Load-end 69 kV S/S: 1-7.5 MVAR, 69 kV Capacitor Bank;
Pantabangan Load-end 69 kV S/S: 2-5 MVAR, 69 kV Capacitor Banks; and
Nagsaag 500 kV S/S: 1-90 MVAR, 500 kV Shunt Reactor.
6.3.3.25 Tuguegarao-Lal-lo (Magapit) 230 kV Transmission Line

The province of Cagayan is presently being served by the Tuguegarao 230/69-13.8 kV

Substation with more than 120 km of 69 kV wood pole transmission line from Tuguegarao to
Magapit and then to Sta. Ana; and
With low voltage issues in the area due to the very long 69 kV line, the ERC approved the
Magapit Capacitor Project will provide the short-term solution to improve the power quality to the
consumers.
Transmission Needs:
It is forecasted that the Tuguegarao-Magapit 69 kV line will be overloaded by 2017, thus a new
line with higher capacity and at higher voltage is needed to meet the increasing load in the
northern part of Cagayan province;
With the low voltage issues due to the very long 69 kV wood pole transmission line from
Tuguegarao to Magapit which has also exceeded its economic life, the proposed long-term
solution to improve the power quality and reliability of transmission service in the province is the
extension of the 230 kV transmission line from Tuguegarao to Lal-lo; and
The proposed extension is part of the planned Northern Luzon 230kV Looping Project in support
of the development of wind farms in the area.
TuguegaraoLal-lo(Magapit)
230 kV T/L, ST-DC, 1-795
MCM ACSR/AS, 64 km;
Tuguegarao S/S Expansion:
3-230
kV
PCB
and
Lal-Lo S/S: 2-50 MVA,
230/69-13.8
kV
power
transformer, 6-230 kV PCB,
8-69
kV
PCB
and
64 km
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6.3.4 Overall Benefits After the Implementation of Proposed Transmission Projects for North
Luzon
The completion of all Generation Entry-driven transmission projects in North Luzon, i.e., Ilocos
Norte, Benguet, Pangasinan, Zambales, Bataan and Bulacan, will complement the programmed
generation capacity in the next 10 years, thus ensure full dispatch through a more resilient and
reliable transmission system. Three of these seven transmission line projects are already part of a
long-term strategy geared towards the formation of 500 kV Luzon Backbone Loop and Northern
Luzon 230 kV transmission loop that aim to improve the system reliability.
On the other hand, as the power demand continue to increase in the coming years, the completion
of Load Growth, System Reliability and Power Quality-driven transmission projects located in the
Cordillera Autonomous Region, Ilocos Region, Central Luzon and Zambales-Bataan areas will
ensure a more reliable 230 kV and 69 kV power delivery system towards the end-users of
electricity. Moreover, low voltage occurrence, especially the consumers in far-flung areas in North
Luzon with no local power generation, will also be addressed both during normal and contingency
conditions through the installation of capacitor banks and shunt reactors in various substations.
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6.4 National Capital Region

In the absence of baseload power plants within the NCR or Metro Manila to provide reactive power
support, the transmission facilities being implemented include the 2-50 MVAR, 115 kV Capacitor
Banks each in Muntinlupa and Doa Imelda Substations, which are project components under the
Luzon Voltage Improvement Project 1. This is intended to address the power quality issues within
Metro Manila.

As the countrys financial, commercial and industrial center, it is evident that the power requirement
for the Luzon Grid is concentrated in Metro Manila. The power requirement of Metro Manila is
dependent on the power imports from the northern and southern parts of the region. To provide
bigger room for capacity expansion, extension and augmentation of the existing single circuit
230 kV lines that linking the northern and southern part of Metro Manila, establishment of new
230 kV drawdown substations and 500-kV loop within the metropolis are necessary to serve the
power supply requirements in the long term.
The following goals were considered in the system model used in the conduct of network analysis:
a) The need to meet the projected demand of various load centers within Metro Manila considering
that aggregate load of 4,331 MW which accounts to about 53 % of the entire load of Luzon and
40 % of the whole country;
b) The need to extend the existing 230 kV T/L and establish new drawdown substations to relieve
the load of existing substations, thus provide a more efficient transmission service to the
customers;
c) The need to meet the bulk power transfer requirement between North and South Luzon towards
the NCR; and
improve overall system reliability in the Luzon Grid.
Table 6.3 shows the substations and the major backbone transmission projects planned in the
period 2016-2023 which intends to efficiently serve the bulk power requirement in the NCR.
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Table 6.3: Proposed Transmission Projects for NCR

Las Pias 230 kV Substation Expansion
Pasay 230 kV Substation and Associated 230 kV T/L
Baras (Antipolo)-Taguig 500 kV T/L (Initially energized
at 230 kV)
Manila 230 kV Substation and Associated 230 kV T/L
Taguig-Alaminos 500 kV T/L and Taguig 500 kV
Substation (Feasibility Study)
Generation Entry
Bataan Cavite 500 kV T/L (Feasibility Study)
Hermosa - San Jose 500 kV T/L
Load Growth and Congestion Alleviation
Baras (Antipolo) 500 kV Substation
Province
ETC
Metro Manila
Metro Manila
2016
2019
Metro Manila and Rizal
2019
Metro Manila
2020
Metro Manila and Laguna

Bataan and Cavite
Bataan and Bulacan
2020
Rizal
2018
The conduct of Feasibility Study for Bataan-Cavite and Taguig-Alaminos 500 kV Line projects,
which will be submitted to the ERC for approval, are targeted for completion in 2015. However,
pending the conduct and completion of such Feasibility Studies, the project details for these two
projects shall be included in the next TDP update.
6.4.1.1 Las Pias 230 kV Substation Expansion
Existing Transmission System and Regulatory Matters:
Las Pias Substation, with 3 x 300 MVA, 230/115-13.8 kV power transformers, is one of the six
existing substations serving Metro Manila, which is the major load center of Luzon Grid. To
meet the ever increasing demand, installation of additional power transformers or development
of a new substation are the project options considered.
Transmission Needs:
Considering the critical role of Las Pias Substation, the immediate implementation of the 4th power
transformer unit is urgently needed due to the following:
The substation is loaded more that 85 % already under normal condition and any outage of one
transformer would result in overloading of the remaining transformer in service. Thus, it has no
more provision for single-outage or N-1 contingency which is a reliability standard of the PGC.
The present situation is very detrimental for the reliability of power supply to Metro Manila;
In March-April 2012, when one transformer at Las Pias Substation was damaged, subsectorization of the 115 kV distribution network of Meralco was implemented to avoid load
shedding. This resulted in both reliability and low voltage issues as the 115 kV lines connected
to Las Pias Substation were put on radial configuration; and
Las Pias Substation is critical to the successful operation of the WESM, hence without N-1
contingency, pricing error notices were declared for some trading intervals in the market due to
constraint violations.
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Las Pias S/S Expansion: 1-300 MVA, 230/115-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 3 Bays 230 kV
PCB and associated equipment (GIS), S/S Automation Control System (SACS) Expansion,
Transformer Protection and Breaker Failure Relays.
6.4.1.2 Pasay 230 kV Substation and Associated 230 kV Transmission Line

The distribution system under Sector 3 of MERALCO covers Pasay City, Makati City, Muntinlupa
City and Taguig City and the bulk power transmission is being served through Las Pias and
Muntinlupa Substations. The substation capacity expansions through the installation of 4th
transformer will be completed for Muntinlupa Substation and another transformer unit will also be
installed in Las Pinas Substation.
Transmission Needs:
The 4th transformer for both Muntinlupa and Las Pias Substations are short and medium-term
solution only to address the increasing load and to provide single outage (N-1) contingency,
hence to address the ever-increasing demand in the long-term, especially in the existing Central
Business Districts (CBD) of Makati and Taguig Cities as well as the emerging Central Business
Park (CBP) in Pasay City, a new bulk power delivery point is needed by the system.
Pasay 230 kV S/S: 2-300 MVA, 230/115-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 2-50 MVAR, 115 kV
Capacitor Banks, 6-230 kV PCB (GIS) and 9-115 kV PCB (GIS) and associated equipment; and
Las Pias-Pasay 230 kV T/L, SP-DC, 4-795 MCM ACSR/AS, 21 km.
6.4.1.3 Baras (Antipolo)-Taguig 500 kV Transmission Line (Initially Energized at 230 kV) and
Taguig 230 kV Substation
The demand of Metro Manila was supplied by the generation import coming the northern and
southern part of the Luzon Grid. The power exchange vis--vis from north to south of Metro
Manila transmission network relies heavily on the Quezon-Doa Imelda- Muntinlupa single circuit
230 kV line; and
To meet the increasing power demand, the generation being delivered to Manila, through the
Quezon-Doa Imelda-Paco-Muntinlupa single circuit 230 kV line will become heavily loaded and
will lose its N-1 contingency. Furthermore, the outage of one circuit along this corridor will result
in severe undervoltage.
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Transmission Needs:
The Baras (Antipolo)-Taguig 500 kV line is Stage 1 of the Metro Manila 500 kV Backbone. This
project will initially be energized at 230 kV and will cut-in through the Muntinlupa-Paco 230 kV
line; and
This project will decongest the loading of Muntinlupa-Paco 230 kV line during maximum south
generation dispatch. This will also provide additional reactive support from the Antipolo 230 kV
Substation to Metro Manila.
Baras (Antipolo)-Taguig 500 kV T/L (initially energized at 230 kV) , 4-795 MCM ACSR/AS,
ST-DC, 7.3 km, and 4-795 MCM ACSR/AS, SP-SC, 2-16 km;
Baras (Antipolo) S/S Expansion: 4-230 kV PCB and associated equipment; and
Taguig 230 kV S/S cut-in to Muntinlupa-Paco 230 kV T/L; 2-410 mm2 TACSR, SP-SC, 22.4 km; and
Taguig 230 kV S/S: 2-50 MVAR, 230 kV Capacitor Banks and 10-230 kV PCB and
6.4.1.4 Manila 230 kV Substation and Associated 230 kV Transmission Line
Existing Transmission/Distribution System:
The distribution system under Sector 1 of MERALCO covers part of Bulacan, Quezon City,
Caloocan and Manila and the bulk power transmission is being served through Marilao, Quezon
and Paco 230 kV Substations. At present, these substations are already loaded ranging from
55-71% during normal condition. During single outage event (N-1 or outage of one power
transformer), however, Marilao Substation could already experience slight overloading. As such,
a Special Protection System (SPS) is installed to drop loads in case of an outage of one of its
two 300 MVA, 230/115 kV power transformers to prevent overloading of the remaining
transformer.
Transmission Needs:
The existing and projected demand of each substation for 10 years was assessed through
system study. The result of system simulation conducted shows the following per cent
overloading during N-1 event in 2018: Marilao (2-300 MVA)-123 %, Quezon (4-300 MVA)-100 %
and Paco (3-300 MVA)-102 %. Therefore, to prevent any power disruption to the customers
within Sector 1 of MERALCO, there is a need for a new 230 kV drawdown substation
considering also the expansion constraints in the said substations; and
The proposed Manila 230 kV Substation will be temporarily linked to the grid through cut-in
connection along the existing Marilao-Quezon 230 kV line and ultimately terminated to the new
500/230 kV substation in Marilao in the future. Furthermore, due to the difficulty in looking for a
wider area for a conventional substation in the vicinity of Tondo, Manila, a Gas Insulated
Switchgear (GIS) substation is being considered.
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Manila 230 kV S/S: 2-300 MVA, 230/115-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 2-50 MVAR, 115 kV
Capacitor Banks, 6-230 kV PCB (GIS) and 9-115 kV PCB (GIS) and associated equipment; and
From Marilao-Quezon cut-in point to Manila S/S, 230 kV SP-DC, 4-795 MCM ACSR/AS, 21 km.
6.4.1.5 Taguig-Alaminos 500 kV Transmission Line and Taguig 500 kV Substation

(Metro Manila 500 kV Backbone Stage 2)
As the demand in Metro Manila continues to increase, the 500/230 kV drawdown substations
become heavily loaded. The 500 kV Substations serving Metro Manila are San Jose (4-750
MVA), Dasmarias (4-600 MVA) and the proposed Antipolo (2-750 MVA); and
With the anticipated bulk power generation coming from LNG and CFPP in the Southern part of
Luzon Grid, the Dasmarias 500 kV Substation will lose its N-1 contingency. Furthermore, the
Tayabas-Antipolo 500 kV line will be heavily loaded.
Transmission Needs:
The Taguig 500 kV Substation will decongest the Dasmarias 500 kV Substation. Furthermore,
the Alaminos-Taguig 500 kV Line will also decongest the Tayabas-Antipolo 500 kV Line which
will complete the 500 kV loop in the southern part of Luzon Grid.
Alaminos-Taguig 500 kV T/L, 4-795 MCM ACSR/AS, ST-DC, 74.49 km;

Taguig 500 kV S/S: 2-750 MVA, 500/230-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 10-500 kV PCB and
Dasmarias 500 kV T/L Extension, 4-795 MCM ACSR/AS, ST-DC, 0.50 km;
Tayabas 500 kV T/L Extension, 4-795 MCM ACSR/AS, ST-DC, 0.50 km;
Ilijan 500 kV T/L Extension, 4-795 MCM ACSR/AS, ST-DC, 0.50 km; and
Alaminos S/S, 12-500 kV PCB and associated equipment.
6.4.1.6 Hermosa-San Jose 500 kV Transmission Line

At present, the only direct 230 kV transmission line from the existing power plants in Bataan and
Zambales provinces to the load centers in Bulacan and Metro Manila is the Hermosa-MarilaoQuezon single circuit line with the maximum transfer capacity of 600 MVA.
Transmission Needs:
Hermosa Substation will serve as a merging point of the bulk generation coming from the
existing Limay CCPP, Subic Enron DPP, Mariveles CFPP and the programmed power plants,
such as RP Energy and SMC Global CFPP, Petron RSFF and Sta. Rita Solar PV. With an
aggregate dependable capacity of about 3,000 MW from the existing and incoming power plants,
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the system study conducted has determined the need to develop additional outgoing circuits
from Hermosa to San Jose Substation to allow simultaneous maximum dispatch of power
generated from these power plants; and
In addition, during contingency events in the existing 500 kV backbone, portion of the generation
output of Sual and Masinloc CFPP will also be using this proposed 500 kV line via the BoloHermosa transmission corridor.
Hermosa-San Jose 500 kV

T/L, ST-DC, 4-795 MCM
ACSR, 83 km;
Hermosa S/S Expansion:
4-230 kV PCB and associated
equipment; and
San Jose S/S Expansion:
4-230 kV PCB and associated
equipment.
6.4.1.7 Baras (Antipolo) 500 kV Substation
There are two existing 500 kV drawdown substations that share about 60% of the power
requirements of load centers in Luzon Grid: the San Jose 500 kV Substation in the north of
Metro Manila and the Dasmarias 500 kV Substation in the south;
San Jose is the main merging point of bulk generation coming from Masinloc and Sual CFPP
from the north via Bolo 500 kV S/S and QPPL while Pagbilao CFPP from the south via the
Tayabas 500 kV S/S;
San Jose Substation is presently arranged in a ring-bus configuration which further adds to its
criticality due to the limited flexibility of its operation; and
Furthermore, during maintenance or outage of one 500/230 kV transformer banks in San Jose
Substation, the operation of the remaining transformers will be limited to prepare for the next N-1
contingency. Thus, in such a scenario, there is a probability to dispatch more expensive oilbased power plants that affect the consumers power rates.
Transmission Needs:
To reduce the criticality and allow operational flexibility during outage or maintenance of a
500/230 kV transformer bank in San Jose, there is a need to relieve or reduce the loading of San
Jose Substation; and
Thus, the proposal to develop the Antipolo 500 kV Substation, bus in along the existing San
Jose-Tayabas 500 kV line to augment the function being performed by San Jose and
significantly reduce its criticality.
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Antipolo-San Jose 500 kV Line Extension: 500 kV, ST-DC, 4-795 MCM ACSR, 9 km;
Antipolo-Tayabas 500 kV Line Extension: 500 kV, ST-DC, 4-795 MCM ACSR, 8.5 km; and
Antipolo 500 kV S/S: 10-500 kV PCB, 3-230 kV PCB and associated equipment, 7-250 MVA,
500/230 kV Power Transformers and 1-100 MVAR, 230 kV Shunt Reactor.
6.4.2 Overall Benefits after the Implementation of Proposed Transmission Projects for the
National Capital Region
The immediate energization of the 4th 300 MVA transformer under the Las Pias Substation
Expansion in 2016, and the establishment of three new drawdown 230 kV substations in Pasay,
Manila and Taguig in the 2019-2020 period will ensure a more reliable 230 kV power delivery
system towards Metro Manila in the next ten years. Although intended to address load-growth in
the short-term, the completion of two 500 kV transmission lines and one 500 kV substation in the
period 2018-2020 are also part of a long-term plan for a reliable 500 kV Luzon Backbone to
complement the 230 kV system linking the load centers in the NCR.
Furthermore, the anticipated entry of baseload power plants both in South and North Luzon
requires first the conduct of Feasibility Study (FS) each for the proposed Bataan-Cavite (with
submarine cable via the Manila Bay) and the Taguig-Alaminos 500 kV Transmission Line Projects.
The completions of the FS reports will firm up the CAPEX requirement as well as the timing or
target completion of said major transmission projects. The completion of these proposed
transmission projects will provide benefits to the end users in terms of improved system reliability,
acceptable power quality, improved security of supply in the long-term and a more competitive
generation rate, as a result of well-managed transmission congestion.
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6.5 South Luzon

The South Luzon area is composed of three O & M Districts: Batangas Cavite, Laguna Quezon
provinces and the Bicol Region which consists of four provinces connected to the Luzon Grid:
Camarines Sur, Camarines Norte, Albay and Sorsogon. The 2013 peak demand is 611 MW or
about 7.36% of the entire peak demand in the Luzon Grid. As discussed in Section 3.3, the
Southern Transmission Corridor consists of 350 kV HVDC (portion of Leyte-Luzon HVDC
Interconnection System), 500 kV and 230 kV AC transmission system.
Power generation in South Luzon is dominated by Natural Gas Power Plants: 1,060 MW Sta Rita,
1,271 MW Ilijan and 530 MW San Lorenzo, while Geothermal Power Plants include 442.8 MW
Makban, 130 MW Bacman, 234 MW Tiwi and 17.2 MW from Makban Binary and Manito. Large
HEPP include the 739.2 MW Kalayaan PSPP, 35 MW Caliraya and 22.8 MW Botocan, while Small
HEPP provides an aggregate installed capacity of 4.7 MW. Power generation is further augmented
by 650 MW Malaya Thermal Plant.
The comparison between peak demand and the total dependable capacity shows that South Luzon
is a net exporter of power, either towards the NCR or to the Visayas.
6.5.1 Ongoing Transmission Projects for the 3rd Regulatory Period
Aside from the completed projects for the period 2011-2013, as shown in Table 5.1, considered in
the system simulation are the target completion of the ongoing projects for 2014-2015 period
(remaining years of 3rd Regulatory Period) in various stages of implementation, with the following
details and corresponding project drivers:
a) Congestion Alleviation:
Lumban-Bay 230 kV T/L Upgrading Project, 40 km which includes Lumban Substation
composed of 18-230 kV PCB and associated equipment; and
Dasmarias 500 kV S/S Expansion, which includes 1-600 MVA, 500/230 kV and 1-300
MVA, 230/115 kV power transformers and 2-500 kV PCB, 14-230 kV PCB, 2-115 kV PCB and
b) Load Growth:
Baras (Antipolo) 230 kV S/S, is being implemented to serve as new delivery substation
through bus-in connection along the existing San Jose -Taytay 230 kV T/L. It is composed of
20 km 230 kV T/L, 12-230 kV PCB and associated equipment and 2-100 MVAR capacitor
banks. The power transformers and 115 kV PCB and associated equipment, etc. (classified
as connection assets) are for MERALCOs implementation;
Luzon S/S Expansion Project 3, includes 230/69-13.8 kV power transformer for Batangas
(2-300 MVA), Calaca (100 MVA) and Bay (100 MVA). Calaca transformer, however, is
already repackaged under Calaca 230 kV Substation upgrading project; and
Luzon S/S Expansion Project 4, consist of 230/69-13.8 kV power transformer for Muntinlupa
(300 MVA) and Daraga (100 MVA).
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c) Power Quality and System Reliability:

Luzon S/S Reliability Project 1, composed of S/S Expansions of 50 MVA, 230/69-13.8 kV
power transformer each at Botolan, Gumaca and Labo S/S;
Luzon Voltage Improvement Project 1, includes 2-25 MVAR, 230 kV Shunt Reactor at
Naga S/S;
Luzon Voltage Improvement Project 2, includes 2-100 MVAR, 230 kV Capacitor Bank each
at Dasmarias and Bian S/S; and
Luzon PCB Replacement Project, includes PCB and associated equipment at Malaya
(3-230 kV PCB) and Gumaca (2-230 kV PCB).
The following were considered in the system model used in the conduct of system study, which
determines the transmission system requirement of South Luzon:
a) Target commissioning of various power plants, both Conventional and the emerging Renewable
Energy from Wind and Geothermal;
b) The need to meet the projected demand of various load centers and transmit the excess
generation towards the NCR and adjacent provinces, as well as to export power to the Visayas
through the Leyte-Luzon HVDC Interconnection System;
c) The need to extend the existing 230 kV T/L and establish a new drawdown substation to provide
a more efficient transmission service; and
Shown in Table 6.4 is the list of transmission projects proposed for South Luzon in the period 20162023.
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Table 6.4: Proposed Transmission Projects for South Luzon

Province(s)
Generation Entry
Pagbilao 500 kV Substation
Quezon
Calaca-Dasmarias 230 kV T/L
Batangas and Cavite
Load Growth
Naga-Pili 69 kV T/L Upgrading
Camarines Sur
Malvar 230 kV Substation
Batangas
Lagonoy-Maligaya 69 kV T/L
Camarines Sur
Eastern Albay 69 kV T/L
Albay
Calamba 230 kV Substation
Laguna
Calaca 230 kV Substation Upgrading
Batangas
Tiwi 230 kV Substation
Albay
Luzon Substation Expansion Project 6
Batangas and Camarines Sur
Daraga-Ligao 69 kV T/L Upgrading
Albay
System Reliability
Bicol Region Substations Upgrading
Camarines Sur and Albay
Calabarzon Substations Upgrading
Cavite, Laguna and Quezon
Abuyog 230 kV Substation
Sorsogon
Power Quality
Rizal, Laguna, Cavite, Albay, Sorsogon
and Camarines Sur
ETC
2018
2018
2019
2020
2016
2016
2018
2018
2018
2020
2019
2019
2020
2018
6.5.2.1 Pagbilao 500 kV Substation

The 764 MW Pagbilao and 511 MW QPPL CFPP in Quezon are connected to the Luzon Grid
through Tayabas Substation, while the 1,271 MW Ilijan NGPP is linked partly to Tayabas 500 kV
Switchbays. Likewise, Tayabas Substation is also linked to Naga Substation in the Bicol Region
through the 500 kV-designed transmission line (but initially energized at 230 kV).
Transmission Needs:
To cater the programmed generation capacity additions, such as the 1,720 MW Atimonan LNG
Power Plant as well as the programmed generation expansion of QPPL and Pagbilao CFPP
(with total 2,640 MW combined capacity) and the entry of 600 MW Energy World LNG, it would
require a new 500 kV Substation in Pagbilao area. This is in lieu of expanding the existing
Tayabas 500/230 kV Substation. This will also involve the energization to 500 kV of a segment
of the Naga-Tayabas Transmission Line.
Pagbilao 500 kV S/S: 3-750 MVA, 500/230 kV Power Transformer, 8-500 kV PCB and 8-230 kV
PCB and associated equipment;
Tayabas 500 kV S/S Expansion: 4-230 kV PCB and associated equipment;
PagbilaoTayabas 500 kV T/L, ST-DC, 4-795 MCM ACSR, 17 km; and
Naga-Tayabas 230 kV T/L Extension: ST-DC, 4-795 MCM ACSR, 1 km.
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6.5.2.2 Calaca-Dasmarias 230 kV T/L

The existing Calaca Substation is the delivery point of the 600 MW

CFPP and an alternate delivery point of the 1,000 MW Sta. Rita
and 500 MW San Lorenzo CCPP. The outgoing 230 kV double
circuit line towards Dasmarias Substation has bus-in connection,
i.e., Amadeo Substation, while another 230 kV double circuit line
towards Bian Substation has cut-in connection in one of the
circuits, i.e., Malamig Substation. These two double circuit 230 kV
lines are directed towards bulk power delivery to Metro Manila
area.
Transmission Needs:
With the projected increase in demand in Luzon Grid, generation

capacity expansions are programmed in Batangas, as shown in
Table 4.4a and Figure 4.4a in Chapter 4. The proposed Puting
Bato and Batangas CFPP will be connected to the grid through
Calaca Substation, while San Gabriel NGPP will be connected to
the grid via the San Lorenzo CCPP Switchyard. These generation
capacity additions will turn Calaca Substation into a merging point
of about 2,470 MW. Based on the results of system study
conducted, the existing outgoing 230 kV lines going to Dasmarias
and Bian would not be enough to accommodate the full dispatch
of 2,470 MW considering the single outage contingency criterion.
Thus, the need to develop a new 230 kV transmission line from
Calaca to Dasmarias Substation. The resulting configuration
would involve the direct delivery of power generation from Sta. Rita.
Calaca-Dasmarias 230 kV T/L, ST-DC, 4-795 MCM ACSR, 57 km;

Dasmarias S/S Expansion: 2-230 kV PCB and 2-230 kV Compact Air-Insulated Switchgear
(AIS) and associated equipment; and
Sta. Rita Switchyard Expansion: 2-230 kV Compact Air-Insulated Switchgear and associated
equipment.
6.5.2.3 Naga-Pili 69 kV Transmission Line Upgrading
The Naga-Pili 69 kV Line is a double circuit facility serving the whole franchise area of
CASURECO III, portion of CASURECO II and directly connected loads in the province of
Camarines Sur.
One of the circuits further extends from Pili to the municipality of Lagonoy to serve the whole
franchise area of CASURECO IV.
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The other circuit of the line is also extended to the city of Ligao in Albay where the power from
Daraga substation could alternatively supply fractional of the power requirements of
CASURECO III in Iriga City.
With continues growth of connected loads along this 69 kV lines, overloading is expected
particularly contingencies.
Transmission Needs:
The upgrading of the Naga-Pili 69 kV line will support the development of the commercial and
industrial loads in the province of Camarines Sur. The upgrading of the line will also allow
optimal utilization of the additional transformer capacity at Naga Substation and at the same
time, it will allow better operational flexibility for the 69 kV loop going to Daraga Substation.
Project Components:
Naga-Pili 69 kV T/L: 1-795 MCM ACSR/AS, SP-DC, 10.5 kms.
6.5.2.4 Malvar 230 kV Substation

Major loads of Batangas Province are being served by Batangas and Bay 230/69 kV
Substations. The capacity of these substations upon implementation of the ongoing projects
within the Third Regulatory Period will be 2-300 MVA and 2-100 MVA for Batangas Substation
and 2-100 MVA for Bay Substation. However, to cater load growth in the long term, the space
limitations at these existing substations would trigger the development of a new substation in
another strategic location.
Transmission Needs:
The Malvar 230 kV Substation will serve the incoming new industrial loads in Malvar and Lipa
City as well as the load growth of the existing customers in the area;
This will relieve the loading of both Batangas and Bay Substation for future load growth and will
provide operational flexibility; and
The Malvar 230 kV Substation is also in lieu of constructing more 69 kV lines from Batangas
Substation or upgrading of existing 69 kV lines.
Project Components:
Extension from the bus-in point (Batangas side) to Malvar S/S: 230 kV, ST-DC, 4-795 MCM
ACSR/AS, 5.0 km;
Extension from the bus-in point (Bay side) to Malvar S/S: 230 kV, ST-DC, 4-795 MCM
ACSR/AS, 5.0 km; and
Malvar S/S (New): 1-100 MVA, 230/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 9-230 kV PCB and 9-69 kV
PCB and associated equipment.
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6.5.2.5 Lagonoy-Maligaya 69 kV T/L

The town of Caramoan in the province of Camarines Sur is currently

being served by CASURECO IV through a 13.2 kV line from the
Lagonoy 5 MVA 69/13.2 kV Substation. The Lagonoy Substation of
CASURECO IV sources its power from the NGCPs Naga Substation
through a 50-km Naga-Pili-Lagonoy 69 kV line. The anticipated load
growth in the area can no longer be accommodated by the 13.2 kV
distribution system of CASURECO IV. Furthermore, undervoltage
frequently occurs in far-flung areas.
Transmission Needs:
There is a need to extend the 69 kV line from Lagonoy to Maligaya in

the province of Camarines Sur to cater the increasing load. This project
will also include the installation of 69 kV capacitor bank and shunt
reactor at Lagonoy Load-end Substation to address the voltage quality
issues in the area.
Project Components:
Lagonoy-Maligaya 69 kV T/L, CP-SC, 1-795 MCM, 45 km; and

Lagonoy 69 kV S/S: 1-5 MVAR 69 kV Capacitor, 1-69 kV PCB, 69 kV ABS.
6.5.2.6 Eastern Albay 69 kV Transmission Line

Existing Transmission and Distribution System:
The 69 kV transmission system in Albay, which is linked to Daraga and Naga 230 kV
Substations and at Tiwi GPP 230 kV Switchyard are mostly located in the north, north eastern
and middle portion of the province. However, most of the light to medium industries, regional
government centers, learning institutions, resorts, among others are located in the eastern and
southeastern parts of the province. The power consumers in these areas are being served
through a load-end substation in Tabaco City via a very long
13.2 kV distribution line of Albay Electric Cooperative
(ALECO). As such, low voltage frequently occurs during
peak hours and the limited capacity of the said 13.2 kV
distribution line could no longer accommodate additional
loads.
Transmission Needs:
Commercial entities that need a more reliable and quality
power include coconut oil mills, cordage manufacturers and
Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA)-registered
Misibis Resort and Spa located in an ecotourism zone at
Cagraray Island in Bacacay, Albay; and
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A 69 kV transmission line with bigger capacity is needed to link the 69 kV line in Tabaco City to
Daraga 230 kV Substation (via Sto. Domingo) forming a loop, thus provide single outage or N-1
contingency.
Stage 1
Tabaco-Sto. Domingo 69 kV T/L, SP/CP SC, 1-336.4 MCM ACSR, 18 km;
Sto. Domingo Load-end S/S: 1-10 MVA, 69/13.8 kV Power Transformer, 2-69 kV PCB and
Tabaco S/S Expansion: 2-69 kV Air Break Switch.
Stage 2
DaragaSto. Domingo 69 kV T/L, ST/ SPSC, 1-336.4 MCM ACSR, 20 km;
Sto. Domingo Load-end S/S: 1-69 kV PCB and associated equipment; and
Daraga S/S Expansion: 1-69 kV PCB and associated equipment.
The issuance of PA by the ERC for this project has enabled NGCP to complete some of the preconstruction activities needed to implement the project.
6.5.2.7 Calamba 230 kV Substation
The Laguna Sector of MERALCO is presently being served by three 230/115 kV substations
namely: Bian, Malamig (Sta. Rosa) and Calauan. The existing 115 kV distribution system
served by these substations is in the looped configuration.
Transmission Needs:
There is a need to develop a new drawdown substation strategically located near the industrial
parks in Laguna and Batangas and midway of Sta. Rosa and Calauan Substations to provide the
long-term power requirement of the loads, provide higher level of transmission reliability and
flexibility of operation. Thus, Calamba Substation is proposed via bus-in connection along the
new Bian-Bay (Makban) 230 kV line. This will also unload other adjacent 230 kV drawdown
substations; and
There is also a need to address the single-outage contingency overloading of Malamig and
Caluan Substations as well as the overloading in Caluan-Los Baos 115 kV distribution line; and
Calamba 230 kV S/S: 2-300 MVA, 230/115-13.8 kV Power Transformers to be implemented by

MERALCO, 10-230 kV PCB and associated equipment; and
230 kV T/L, ST-DC, 4-795 MCM ACSR, 1.5 km.
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6.5.2.8 Calaca 230 kV Substation Upgrading

The Calaca 230 kV Substation is an old substation shared by NGCP and the Calaca CFPP. It
has also old primary and secondary equipment in the substation.
As the load of the said substation continues to grow, there is a need for additional transformer
capacity including ugrading/replacement of old primary and secondary equipment, etc.; and
In order to ensure security and to set out clearly the asset boundary between NGCP and Calaca
CFPP, the Calaca 230 kV Substation requires the development of a new control building
separate from the control facility of the power plant.
Calaca 230 kV S/S: 1-100 MVA, 230/69 kV Power Transformer, 2-230 kV PCB, 1-69 kV PCB
and associated equipment, Secondary Equipment and New Control Building.
6.5.2.9 Tiwi 230 kV Substation

The power consumers located in Tabaco City and municipalities of Tiwi, Malinao and Sto.
Domingo in the eastern coast of Albay are provided through a 69 kV line temporarily connected
at the 25 MVA, 13.8/69 kV step-up transformer owned by Tiwi GPP. Power distributions are
through Tabaco, Malinao Load-end Substations of ALECO and Alindeco-an agro industrial
customer. The consumers in the said areas are experiencing low voltage whenever the source of
power is transferred to Daraga 230 kV Substation due to an outage in the 69 kV transmission
line or outage of the 25 MVA transformer at Tiwi GPP.
Transmission Needs and Other Considerations:
To meet the projected load growth, there is a need for a bigger substation capacity where the 69
kV transmission lines could permanently connect. It will also complement the proposed Eastern
Albay 69 kV Transmission Line Project; and
In order to ensure security and set out clearly the asset boundary, the proposed Tiwi 230 kV
Substation requires the development of a new control facility separate from the control facility of
the geothermal power plant.
Tiwi 230 kV S/S: 1-50 MVA, 230/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 8-230 kV PCB, 2-69 kV PCB
and associated equipment, Secondary Equipment and New Control Building.
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6.5.2.10 Luzon Substation Expansion 6

The Batangas 230 kV Substation serves various customers under the MERALCO Franchise
areas. These customers include big industries, commercial establishments, subdivisions, among
others. The Naga 230 kV Substation, on the other hand, serves the loads in the province of
Camarines Sur in the Bicol Region.
Transmission Needs:
To meet the projected increase in demand in the planning horizon, there is a need to increase
the substation capacity in each substation through the installation of power transformers. Naga
Substations transformers are also old units with reliability issues already.
Batangas S/S Expansion: 1-300 MVA, 230/69 kV Power Transformer, 2-230 kV PCB and
Naga S/S Expansion: 1- 300 MVA, 230/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer
6.5.2.11 Daraga-Ligao 69 kV Transmission Line Upgrading
The 23-km DaragaLigao 69 kV woodpole line serves Bicol Ice Plant, PhilHydro, Good Found
Cement and ALECO. In 2013, this 36-year old 69 kV line is already heavily loaded.
Transmission Needs:
The total projected loading of the directly-connected customers and ALECO being served
through this line is expected to exceed its thermal rating. Thus, the need to reinforce the existing
line to accommodate load growth and at the same time ensure the reliability of supply to the
customers; and
It can be noted that the decision on September 22, 2009 for ERC Case No. 2008-105 MC cited
that the Tabaco-Ligao-Daraga 69 kV Line will be reclassified as Network/Transmission Assets
upon the closing the Daraga-Tabaco-Ligao 69 kV loop due to the implementation of Eastern
Albay 69 kV Line Project.
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Daraga-Ligao 69 kV T/L, 1-795 MCM ACSR, ST-SC, 22 km;

Daraga S/S Expansion: 1-69 kV PCB and associated equipment; and
Ligao Switching Station: 1-69 kV PCB and associated equipment.
6.5.2.12 Bicol Region Substations Upgrading

The continuous growth in demand in Bicol Region should be addressed by increasing the
substation capacities in the area. Aside from old transformers in Naga, reliable operation in
Daraga Substation should be ensured during outage of one of the transformer units.
Transmission Needs:
To meet the projected increase in demand within the planning horizon and maintain the N-1
Project Components:
Naga 230 kV S/S: 1-200 MVA, 230/69 kV Power Transformer; and

Daraga 230 kV S/S: 1-100 MVA, 230/69 kV Power Transformer.
6.5.2.13 Calabarzon Substations Upgrading

Substations in Cavite, Quezon and Laguna will need in order to address the load growth and
reliability issues in the area. In Dasmarias, replacement of the burnt unit should be addressed
while in Gumaca and Lumban additional units should be provided to prevent disruption of service
in case of outages.
Transmission Needs:
contingency provision, there is a need to increase the substation capacity in each substation
through the installation of additional power transformers.
Project Components:
Dasmarias 230 kV S/S: 1-300 MVA, 230/115 kV Power Transformer;

Gumaca 230 kV S/S: 1-100 MVA, 230/69 kV Power Transformer; and
Lumban 230 kV S/S: 1-50 MVA, 230/69 kV Power Transformer.
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6.5.2.14 Abuyog 230 kV Substation

Sorsogon, the southernmost province in mainland Luzon, is linked to the grid through Daraga
Substation in the nearby province of Abay via the 36-year old 90-km 69 kV wood pole single
circuit line. Power distribution are handled by Sorsogon I and II Electric Cooperatives (SORECO
I and II). An outage of this 69 kV line results in power interruption in the entire province, which
has already a total load of 14.43 MW in 2012; and
The Daraga 230 kV Substation has 3-50 MVA 230/69-13.8 kV kV power transformers that serve
the consumers in the provinces of Albay and Sorsogon. With the continuous growth of demand
in these provinces, the existing substation would require additional capacity. While the capacity
expansion in Daraga 230 kV Substation would resolve the capacity issue, voltage problem is
Sorsogon will still exist due to the long 69 kV line configuration.
Transmission Needs:
There is a need to establish a 230 kV drawdown substation closer to the loads in Sorsogon to
address the reliability issues, meet the projected demand and address the power quality issues
at the consumers.
Abuyog (Sorsogon) 230 kV S/S: 2-50 MVA 230/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 6-230 kV PCB,
5-69 kV PCB and associated equipment;
Bacman S/S Expansion: 4-230 kV PCB and associated equipment; and
Bacman-Abuyog 230 kV T/L, 1-795 MCM ACSR, ST-DC, 25 km.
6.5.2.15 Luzon Voltage Improvement 4

Various 230 kV substations in south Luzon: Antipolo, Bian and Dasmarias provide
transmission service to consumers under the MERALCO Franschise area. Likewise, there are
69 kV load-end substations, such as those in Ligao, Balogo and Tigaon that provides similar
service to the consumers in Albay, Sorsogon and Camarines Sur.
Transmission Needs:
The conduct of system study has identified these 230 kV substations, 69 kV load-end
substations that will experience low voltage during peak load and overvoltage problems during
off peak condition in the coming years, as the power demand continue to increase; and
To maintain the 230 kV and 69 kV system voltages within the PGC-prescribed limits both during
normal and N-1 contingency condition requires the installation of capacitor banks and shunt
reactor at the identified substations in south Luzon.
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Ligao Switching Station: 3-5 MVAR, 69 kV Capacitor Banks;

Balogo Switching Station: 3-5 MVAR, 69 kV Capacitor Banks;
Tigaon Switching Station: 2-5 MVAR, 69 kV Capacitor Banks;
Antipolo 230 kV S/S: 2-100 MVAR, 230 kV Capacitor Banks, 1-100 MVAR, 230 kV Shunt
Reactor;
Bian 230 kV S/S: 2-100 MVAR, 230 kV Capacitor Banks; and
Dasmarias 230 kV S/S: 2-100 MVAR, 230kV Capacitor Banks.
6.5.3 Overall Benefits After the Implementation of Proposed Transmission Projects for South
Luzon
The completion of 500 kV Substation in Pagbilao, Quezon and the increased transfer capacity due
to the completion of 230 kV transmission line linking Calaca to Dasmarias Substations in 2018
ensures full dispatch of baseload power plants programmed in South Luzon. On the other hand,
the completion of 230 kV drawdown substation each in Batangas, Laguna and Sorsogon provinces,
the upgrading of existing substation each in Batangas (Calaca S/S) and Albay provinces would
sustain the projected load growth and improve the system reliability in South Luzon in the next ten
years.
Furthermore, the completion of 69 kV lines will also accommodate the projected load growth in
some areas, while extension of existing 69 kV system to form a loop or increase the transfer
capacity improves the system reliability. The installation of capacitor banks and shunt reactor in the
substations in the provinces of Sorsogon, Albay, Rizal, Laguna and Cavite ensure the power quality
(improves voltage profile) in various areas in South Luzon.
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CHAPTER 7: 2014-2023 Transmission Outlook for the Visayas

7.1 Introduction
The ten-year projected demand was based on the total demand of five sub-grids in the Visayas:
1) Panay, 2) Cebu, 3) Bohol, 4) Leyte-Samar, and 5) Negros. The 783 MW peak demand in Cebu
is about half of the entire 1,572 MW peak demand of the Visayas Grid, based on the 2013 actual
peak demand. As discussed in Sub-section 3.3.3, the Visayas Grid consist of 350 kV HVDC
(portion of Leyte-Luzon HVDC Interconnection System), 230 kV AC (Leyte-Cebu Interconnection
System), 138 kV AC that includes Negros-Panay, Cebu-Negros and Leyte-Bohol Interconnection
Systems and 69 kV AC transmission system in each sub-grid.
Installed capacities based on the 2012 List of Existing Power Plants: Cebu (974.20 MW), Panay
(497.50 MW), Negros (222.6 MW), Leyte-Samar (722.70 MW) and Bohol (30.9 MW).
System simulations considered light loading scenario based on historical data at 60 % of the
system peak demand of the Visayas Grid. Furthermore, the following dispatch conditions were also
considered in the system simulations:
a) Maximum Leyte Scenario: The geothermal generation facilities in Leyte are maximized, while
the generation facilities in Panay serve as regulating plants and the power plants in Cebu,
Negros and Bohol are also maximized; and
b) Maximum Panay Scenario: The generation facilities in Panay are maximized, while the
geothermal generation facilities in Leyte serve as regulating reserve; the generation facilities in
Cebu, Negros and Bohol are also maximized.

The Programmed Generation Capacity from the 2012 PDP Updates for the Visayas is shown in
Figure 4.4(b) and Table 4.4(b) in Chapter 4. These were further assessed on top of the existing
dependable capacities and included in the system model. In the said list from the DOE, a total of
822 MW will come from Coal, which is a Conventional Power Plant, while the emerging RE-Based
Power Plants could provide a total of 374.6 MW, with details shown in Table 7.1:
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Table 7.1: Existing and Programmed Generation Capacity for the Visayas Grid
Power Plant Type/
Existing Generation
Programmed Generation
Fuel Source/
Capacity
RE Source
(MW)
(MW)
Coal
805.60
822
Diesel/Oil
670.40
Natural Gas
1.0
Sub-Total
1,477
822
Wind
154
Geothermal
915.20
139
Biomass
44.30
19.6
Hydro
11.40
32
Solar
30
Sub-Total
970.9
374.6
Other Technology
Battery
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Total
2,447.90
1,236.6
Table 7.1a: Existing and Programmed Generation Capacity in the Visayas Sub-Grids
Existing Installed
Additional Installed
Visayas Sub-Grids
Capacity
(MW)
(MW)
Cebu
974.20
405.6
Panay
497.50
556
Negros
222.60
196
Leyte Samar
722.70
79
Bohol
30.90
0
Total
2,447.90
1,236.6
7.3 Ongoing Transmission Projects for the 3rd Regulatory Period

Completed projects in the period 2011-2013 were included in the system model. Likewise, included
in the system modelling are the target completion of other ongoing committed projects for 20142015 period in various stages of implementation, which are enumerated below with the
corresponding project drivers:
a) Generation Entry:
Calung-calung-Colon 138 kV T/L, 28 km includes PCB and associated equipment at
Calung-calung S/S (5-138 kV PCB) and Colon S/S (2-138kV PCB).
b) Congestion Alleviation:
Colon-Cebu 138 kV T/L, 25 km includes PCB and associated equipment at Colon S/S
(4-138 kV PCB) and Cebu S/S (2-138kV PCB).
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c) Load Growth:
Southern Panay Backbone Transmission Project, composed of 95 km Sta. BarbaraSan Jose 138 kV T/L, and also includes the construction of San Jose S/S composed of
50 MVA, 138/69-13.8 kV, 2-138 kV PCB and 3-69 kV PCB and associated equipment. It
includes also Sta. Barbara S/S Expansion through the installation of 2-138 kV PCB and
Visayas S/S Expansion, composed of 138/69-13.8 kV power transformers: Ormoc (100
MVA), Calung-calung (50 MVA) and Kabankalan (50 MVA);
Bohol Backbone Transmission Project, composed of 95 km Ubay-Corella 138 kV T/L
which also includes the construction of Corella S/S composed of 100 MVA,
138/69-13.8 kV, 1-138 kV PCB and 3-69 kV PCB and associated equipment as well as the
Ubay S/S Expansion (2-138 kV PCB and associated equipment); and
Negros V T/L Project, includes 58 km San Carlos-Guihulngan 69 kV T/L, which is
intended to form a 69 kV transmission loop from Cadiz to Amlan. The implementation of
this project was deferred due to high ROW acquisition cost that increased to more than
three times the initial estimates. To lower the cost of acquiring ROW, most of the segments
will be re-routed along the mountains, hence the need to file before the ERC for approval
due to the change in project components and implementation period.
i) Transmission Line: San Carlos LES Guihulngan: 69 kV, ST/SP-SC, 1-336.4 MCM
ACSR, 58 km.
ii) Substations: San Carlos LES Termination Point, 3 69 kV Air Break Switch; and
Guihulngan LES Terminating Point, 3 69 kV Air Break Switch
d) Power Quality and System Reliability:
Visayas S/S Reliability Project 1, composed of 138/69-13.8 kV power transformers for
Amlan (50 MVA), Bacolod (100 MVA), Cadiz (50 MVA), Babatngon (50 MVA), Maasin (50
MVA) and Samboan (50 MVA) and 150 MVA, 230/138 kV power transformer for Ormoc
S/S;
Visayas S/S Reliability Project 2, composed of 138/69-13.8 kV power transformers for
Mandaue (100 MVA), Lapu-lapu (100 MVA), Ormoc (100 MVA), Sta. Barbara (2-50 MVA),
Babatngon (50 MVA) and Sta. Rita (50 MVA from Ormoc S/S);
Ormoc-Babatngon 138 kV T/L, 78.54 km and includes S/S Expansions composed of
1-138 kV PCB and associated equipment each at Ormoc and Babatngon S/S;
nd
Ormoc-Maasin 138 kV T/L, 113.97 km of 2 circuit stringing and includes PCB and
associated equipment for Ormoc (1-138 kV PCB) and Maasin (3-138 kV PCB);
Culasi-San Jose 69 kV T/L, 86 km and includes S/S expansion at San Jose (2-69 kV PCB
and associated equipment) and a 69 kV Air Break Switch (ABS) at Culasi Load-end S/S;
Sta. Rita-Quinapundan 69 kV T/L, 97 km and includes 2-69 kV PCB and associated
equipment at Sta. Rita S/S and 2-69 kV ABS at Quinapundan Load-end S/S; and
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Cebu-Lapu-lapu T/L, originally involves the construction of the 3rd circuit of 138 kV line
from Cebu via Mandaue to Lapulapu, however, the adoption of a long-term strategic
development of the proposed CNP 230 kV Backbone necessitates the change in project
components. As such, the overhead line portion will be designed at 230 kV (initially
energized at 138 kV) considering the growth in demand in Cebu and the difficulty in
acquiring ROW for future transmission facilities. Due to the revised project components,
and new implementation scheme/timeline, the project was filed before the ERC for
approval.
i) Overhead Transmission Line:
Cebu S/S Umapad CTS: 230 kV, ST/SP-DC, 2-795 MCM ACSR, 9 km
(initially energized at 138 kV)
ii) Underground and Submarine Cable:
Umapad CTS Mandaue Cable Joint (CJ): 138 kV, SC, three single-core
1,000 mm2 XLPE underground cable, 0.3 km;
Mandaue CJ Lapulapu CJ: 138 kV, SC, two bundle of three-core 500 mm2
XLPE submarine cable, 0.5 km; and
Lapulapu CJ Lapulapu S/S: 138 kV, SC, three single-core 1,000 mm2
XLPE underground cable, 0.1 km.
7.4 Transmission Project for Accelerated Implementation

7.4.1 Panay Guimaras 138 kV Interconnection
Existing Distribution System:
The
island province of Guimaras power system is currently

connected to Panay Sub-Grid via the Guimaras Electric
Cooperatives (GUIMELCO) 13.2 kV submarine cable with 5 MW
maximum transfer capacity.
Transmission Needs:
A
wind farm, with an installed capacity of 54 MW will be developed

in San Lorenzo, Guimaras Island by Trans-Asia Renewable Energy Corporation (TAREC); and
With an aggregate actual peak demand in Guimaras Island of only 5 MW in 2012, the 50 MW
wind farm requires a transmission system (with submarine cable portion) with bigger capacity and
higher voltage to minimize transmission loss and ensure full dispatch of generated power to the
Visayas Grid.
PEDC-Panay CTS 138 kV T/L, ST-DC, 1-795 MCM ACSR, 2 km;

Panay CTS-Guimaras 138 kV Submarine Cable, 400 mm2 3-core
XLPE, 3 km;
PEDC S/S Expansion, 4-138 kV PCB and associated equipment;
Panay CTS Expansion, 4-138 kV PCB and associated
equipment; and
Guimaras S/S Expansion, 2-138 kV PCB and associated
equipment.
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The project (initially energized at 69 kV pending the decision on the acquisition of PEDC Assets) is
targeted for completion in 2014, which is still within the 3rd Regulatory Period, and is being
implemented ahead by TAREC. As a transmission asset, the reimbursement for this project will be
included by NGCP in its 4th Regulatory reset application.
7.5 Proposed Transmission Projects for 2016-2023
The following were considered in the system model used in the conduct of system study, which
determines the transmission system requirement in the Visayas:
a) Target commissioning of various power plants, both Conventional and the emerging REBased Power Plants: Wind Farms, Biomass, Geothermal and Hydro;
b) The need to meet the projected demand of various load centers in each sub-grid;
c) The need to establish a 230 kV (initially energized at 138 kV) backbone transmission system
linking Negros, Panay and Cebu Islands to ensure full dispatch of power generation, address
congestions between these islands, thus provide a more efficient transmission service to the
consumers; and
d) The need to maintain compliance with the PGC-prescribed power quality standards, improve
system reliability and comply with the statutory requirement to NGCP as the transmission
service provider.
Shown in Table 7.2 is the list of transmission projects planned for the Visayas in the period 20162023 with the corresponding project drivers.
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Table 7.2: Proposed Transmission Projects for the Visayas

PROJECT NAME / DRIVERS
GENERATION ENTRY
Cebu Negros Panay 230 kV Backbone (Stage 2)
GENERATION ENTRY and SYSTEM RELIABILITY
Eastern Panay 138 kV Backbone
Cebu Negros Panay 230 kV Backbone (Stage 1)
E.B. Magalona Cadiz 138 kV T/L
LOAD GROWTH
SRP 138 kV Substation
LOAD GROWTH and SYSTEM RELIABILITY
Nabas Caticlan 138 kV T/L
Amlan Dumaguete 138 kV T/L
Babatngon Campetic 138 kV T/L
Panay Substations Upgrading Project
Cebu Substation Upgrading Project
Leyte Bohol Line 2
SYSTEM RELIABILITY
Kabankalan S/S Reliability Improvement
Leyte Substation Upgrading Project
Naga 138 kV Substation Upgrading
Negros Substations Upgrading Project
Babatngon Sta. Rita 138 kV T/L Upgrading
Samar Substation Upgrading Project
Bohol Substations Upgrading Project
Calbayog Allen 69 kV Line
Cebu-Bohol 138 kV Interconnection Project
SYSTEM RELIABILITY and POWER QUALITY
Visayas Voltage Improvement 1
Maasin Javier 138 kV T/L
SYSTEM RELIABILITY and STATUTORY
Tagbilaran 69 kV Substation
STATUTORY and GENERATION ENTRY
Bacolod - San Enrique 69 kV T/L Reclassification
Cadiz San Carlos 69 kV T/L Reclassification
PROVINCE
Cebu
2017
Iloilo
Iloilo and Negros Occidental
Negros Occidental
2016
2016
2020
Cebu
2018
Antique and Aklan

Negros Oriental
Leyte
Iloilo, Antique & Capiz
Cebu
Southern Leyte and Bohol
2018
2018
2018
2018
2019
2022
Negros Occidental
Leyte, Southern Leyte
Cebu
Negros Occidental, Negros Oriental
Leyte and Samar
Samar
Bohol
Samar and Northern Samar
Cebu and Bohol
2018
2018
2018
2019
2019
2019
2020
2020
-
Northern Samar, Leyte, Southern Leyte, Bohol and

Aklan
Southern Leyte
Bohol
Negros Occidental
Negros Occidental

(Stage 2: Bato Cebu 230 kV Transmission Line)
The power generated from the existing 246 MW CEDC CFPP in the
vicinity of Toledo City is being transmitted to Metro Cebu via the
Calung-calung-Toledo-Colon 138 kV transmission system, which
has a maximum transfer capacity of 540 MW; and
The long radial configuration of the transmission backbone
connecting Cebu, Negros and Panay Islands has limited
interconnection capacity, hence could no longer address the
supply-demand imbalance in these islands.
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ETC
2018
2019
2020
-
Transmission Needs:
The programmed generation capacity of 300 MW targeted for commissioning in 2017 by the
Therma Visayas, Inc. in the vicinity of Toledo City requires a double circuit transmission system
with bigger capacity than the existing 138 kV transmission system. This will ensure full dispatch
of power generated from the proposed CFPP to the load centers in Metro Cebu and the rest of
the Visayas Grid.
Bato Switching Station, 7-230 kV PCB and associated equipment;

Bato Cebu 230 kV T/L, ST-DC, 4 -795 MCM ACSR, 45 km; and
Cebu S/S Expansion, 2-300 MVA 230/138 kV Power Transformers, 8-138 kV PCB (GIS) and
Fig. 7.1: Cebu Negros Panay 230 kV Backbone Project
7.5.2 Eastern Panay 138 kV Backbone

The customers in eastern part of Panay Island draws their power from Panit-an Substation via a
single circuit Panit-an-Balasan 69 kV transmission line, which is a radial line and without N-1
contingency.
Transmission Needs:
Palm Concepcion Power Corporation (PCPC) is developing a 2x135 MW CFPP in Concepcion,

Iloilo that is targeted for commissioning in 2016. Connecting this CFPP sited in eastern part of
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Panay Island to the Visayas Grid requires the

construction of a double circuit 138 kV line to
Barotac Viejo Substation, which is the nearest
138 kV transmission facility. Furthermore, a
substation/switchyard within the PCPC CFPP
complex could provide both the station service as
well as alternative source of power supply to
customers presently served through the single
circuit Panit-an-Balasan 69 kV line.
Barotac Viejo-Concepcion 138 kV T/L, ST-DC,

2-795 MCM ACSR, 42 km;
Sara-Concepcion 69 kV T/L, SP-SC, 1-336.4 MCM ACSR, 14.2 km;
Concepcion 138 kV S/S, 1-50 MVA 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 8-138 kV PCB (GIS),
3-69 kV PCB (GIS) and associated equipment; and
Barotac Viejo S/S Expansion, 4-138 kV PCB and associated equipment.
(Stage 1: Negros Panay Interconnection Upgrading Project)
The transfer capacity of the existing Negros-Panay 138 kV

Interconnection system is limited to 85 MW only.
Transmission Needs:
In the period 2013-2016, the aggregate installed capacity of the

programmed generation capacity addition within Panay Island is
already 556 MW, as shown in Table 7.1a. With an actual peak
demand of only 258.6 MW in 2012 and is projected to grow at an
AACGR of 5.52% in the next 10 years, there is a need to
establish a bigger capacity transmission system at higher voltage
to ensure full dispatch of the programmed generation capacity
addition.
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Bacolod S/S - E. B. Magalona CTS, 230 kV (initially energized at 138 kV) T/L, ST-DC, 2-795
MCM ACSR, 42 km;
Barotac Viejo S/S - E. B. Magalona CTS, 230 kV (but will be initially energized at 138 kV) T/L,
Single Circuit, 3-1,600 mm2 XLPE submarine cable, 22.75 km;
Bacolod S/S Expansion, 2-138 kV PCB and associated equipment;
E. B. Magalona CTS Expansion, associated submarine cable termination equipment; and
Barotac Viejo S/S Expansion, 6-138 kV PCB and associated equipment, 1-40 MVAR, 138 kV
shunt reactor, associated submarine cable termination equipment.
7.5.4 EB Magalona Cadiz 138 kV Transmission Line

Cadiz
City is under the VMC Rural Electric Service Cooperative (VRESCO) franchise area and its
power requirement is being served through Cadiz Substation connected to a single circuit 138 kV
line to Bacolod Substation; and
Any outage in the 138 kV Bacolod-Cadiz line would mean loss of power supply within the
VRESCO franchise area.
Transmission Needs:
A 138 kV line needs to be constructed from E.B. Magalona

CTS to Cadiz Substation effectively forming a 138 kV loop to
improve the system reliability.
EB Magalona-Cadiz 138 kV T/L, 138 kV ST-SC, 1-795 MCM

ACSR, 40 km;
EB Magalona CTS Expansion, 2-138 kV PCB and associated
equipment; and
Cadiz 138 kV S/S Expansion, 2-138 kV PCB and associated
equipment.
7.5.5 SRP 230 kV Substation
A major infrastructure development within the South Road Properties (SRP) is projected to
further increase the existing power requirement. However, Quiot 138 kV Substation, which is the
nearest drawdown substation for the SRP area has no more adequate area for expansion to
accommodate the installation of additional equipment that could provide a reliable power delivery
system.
Transmission Needs:
A new drawdown substation is needed to provide an alternative connection point to prospective

power customers that will locate within the SRP as well as other customers in Metro Cebu.
SRP 230 kV S/S, 2-300 MVA 230/69-13.8 kV Power Transformers, 7-230 kV PCB and 5-69 kV
2
SRP S/S cut-in to the proposed Bato-Cebu 230 kV Line 1, ST/SP-DC, 2-410 mm TACSR/4-795
MCM ACSR, 22 km.
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7.5.6 Nabas Caticlan 138 kV Transmission Line

The town of Caticlan and Boracay Island are under the franchise
area of Aklan Electric Cooperative (AKELCO) and the respective
load-end substations are connected to Nabas Substation via a
relatively long 69 kV line; and
In 2012, the combined load of Caticlan and Boracay Island has
already reached 21 MW and with an AACGR (2010-2012) of
13.88%, the 45 MW maximum capacity of the existing 69 kV line
could already be overloaded in 2015 due to the entry of new
loads. Moreover, low voltage also occurs in Caticlan and Boracay
Island due to the long 69 kV line and the continuing growth in
demand.
Transmission Needs:
A transmission system with bigger transfer capacity composed of 138 kV line from Nabas
Substation to a proposed Caticlan Substation needs to be implemented primarily to address the
projected load growth and at the same time improve the power quality by minimizing
transmission loss.
Nabas-Caticlan 138 kV T/L, ST-DC1, 1-795 MCM ACSR, 22 km.;

Caticlan 138 kV S/S: 2-50 MVA, 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformers, 5-138 kV PCB and
4-69 kV PCB and associated equipment; and
Nabas S/S Expansion: 1-138 kV and associated equipment.
7.5.7 Amlan-Dumaguete 138 kV Transmission Line

The power requirement of Dumaguete City and vicinity is

being served through the Amlan-Siaton 69 kV line, however,
the limited transfer capacity of 40 MW is projected to be
overloaded in the coming years.
Transmission Needs:
To
address the projected load growth and improve the system

reliability in Dumaguete City and vicinity, there is a need to
implement another transmission line with bigger capacity and
at higher voltage; and
The proposed new line will also allow Negros Oriental Electric
Cooperative II (NORECO II) to source its power from the
proposed Dumaguete Substation, thereby unloading Amlan
Substation and the Amlan-Siaton 69 kV line. The proposed
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implementation scheme will also minimize transmission loss and improve the power quality to the
customers served by the 69 kV line.
Amlan-Dumaguete 138 kV T/L, ST-DC, 1-795 MCM ACSR, 2 km;

Dumaguete 138 kV S/S, 1-50 MVA, 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformers PCB and 3-69 kV PCB
Amlan S/S Expansion, 2-138 kV PCB and associated equipment.
7.5.8 Babatngon-Campetic 138 kV Transmission Line
Leyte Electric Cooperative II (LEYECO II) is being served

through Babatngon Substation via a single circuit 69 kV
transmission line. Due to the increasing demand in the
LEYECO IIs franchise area, it is no longer technically
feasible to shift the loads from Babatngon to Maasin
Substation during N-1 event. Similarly, these loads cannot be
shifted from Babatngon to Ormoc Substation for the same
reason.
Transmission Needs:
To meet the projected demand and provide an alternate

source of power, a new line with bigger transfer capacity and
at higher voltage needs to be implemented; and
There is also a need to establish a 138 kV drawdown
substation in the vicinity of Campetic to serve Don Orestes
Romualdez Electric Cooperative, Inc. (DORELCO) and
LEYECO II and provide alternate power supply source
(during N-1 event) to the loads in Sagkahan and Abucay,
which are under the franchise areas of LEYECO III and V
and Biliran Electric Cooperative (BILECO).
Babatngon-Campetic 138 kV T/L, ST-DC, 1-795 MCM ACSR, 20 km;

Campetic 138 kV S/S: 1-50 MVA 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer and 4-138 kV PCB and
Sagkahan-Campetic 69 kV T/L, ST-DC, 1-336.4 MCM, 1 km; and
Campetic-Campetic 69 kV T/L, ST-DC, 1-336.4 MCM, 1 km.
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7.5.9 Panay Substations Upgrading

Dingle Substation in Iloilo has only one 50 MVA transformer, the same with the ongoing San
Jose Substation that is being implemented under the Southern Panay Backbone Project. On the
other hand, Panit-an Substation in Capiz that has a 50 MVA and 2-30 MVA transformers could
no longer accommodate the projected demand in the next 10 years.
Transmission Needs:
To comply with N-1 contingency criterion of the PGC, an additional 50 MVA transformer needs to
be installed at both Dingle and San Jose Substations; and
Considering the 10-year projected demand of the distribution utilities and electric cooperatives
being served by Panit-an Substation, the existing 2-30 MVA, 138/69-13.8 kV transformer needs
to be upgraded to 2-50 MVA to increase the substation capacity and improve the reliability up to
the substation level.
Dingle 138 kV S/S: 1-50 MVA 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 2-138 kV PCB, 1-69 kV PCB
and associated equipment;
San Jose 138 kV S/S: 1-50 MVA 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 2-138 kV PCB, 1-69 kV
Panit-an 138 kV S/S: 2-50 MVA 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 4-138 kV PCB, 2-69 kV
7.5.10 Cebu Substations Upgrading

The Naga S/S has 2-50 MVA transformer;

The Colon S/S has 1-50 MVA transformer. While two 50 MVA was approved by the ERC in the
3RP to be installed at Colon, only one 50 MVA was implememented. Additional 50 MVA
transformer will be installed in the future;
The Daanbantayan S/S have only one transformer rated 20 MVA; and
The Calung-calung S/S has one 30 MVA transformer and an additional 50 MVA will be installed
under VSEP-1.
Transmission Needs:
To accommodate the projected demand and avoid overloading of the transformer, there is a
need to upgrade the transformation capacity of Naga, Colon, Calung-calung and Daanbantayan
Substations.
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Naga 138 kV S/S: 1-50 MVA 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer (transferred from Naga S/S),
2-138 kV PCB, 2-69 kV PCB and associated equipment;
Colon 138 kV S/S: 2-100 MVA 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 2-138 kV PCB, 2-69 kV
Calung-calung 138 kV S/S: 1-50 MVA 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer (to replace the
30 MVA transformer), 2-138 kV PCB, 2-69 kV PCB and associated equipment; and
Daanbantayan 230 kV S/S: 1-50 MVA 230/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 2-230 kV PCB, 2-69
kV PCB and associated equipment.
7.5.11 Leyte-Bohol Line 2

Bohol Island is connected to the Visayas Grid through Leyte Island via a combination of 138 kV
overhead line and 17.6 km submarine cable with a maximum capacity of 90 MW.
Transmission Needs:
Based on the 2013-2022 demand forecast, the Leyte-Bohol submarine
cable will be overloaded by 2019, as such the transmission system
requires the construction of a 2nd circuit 138 kV submarine cable and
the corresponding 138 kV overhead line to increase the existing
maximum transfer capacity and improve the system reliability to Bohol
Island.
Leyte-Bohol 138 kV submarine cable, 1-300 mm2, 17.6 km;
Maasin-Guadalupe 138 kV T/L, ST-SC, 1-795 MCM ACSR, 4.94 km;
and
CP Garcia-Ubay 138 kV T/L, ST-SC, 1-795 MCM ACSR,19 km
7.5.12 Kabankalan Substation Reliability Improvement
The existing one-and-a-half breaker scheme configuration at Kabankalan Substation shows that
both 138 kV lines going to Bacolod and Mabinay Substation are connected in different
switchbays; and
Double-bus outage of the 138 kV system in Kabankalan S/S, will result in the isolation of
Bacolod, Cadiz, and Panay Island from the rest of the Visayas Grid.
Transmission Needs:
To improve the system reliability of the 138 kV lines to Bacolod and Mabinay Substations and
prevent partial blackout during double-bus outage in Kabankalan S/S, the Kabankalan-Bacolod
and Kabankalan-Mabinay 138 kV lines should be connected in the same switchbay; and
The proposed connection scheme will ensure continuity of supply in Northern Negros and Panay
during the simultaneous outage of the two 138 kV buses at Kabankalan Substation.
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Figure 7.2 Kabankalan Substation Reliability Improvement
7.5.13 Leyte Substations Upgrading

Isabel S/S has only one transformer rated 30 MVA;
Maasin S/S has one 30 MVA transformer and an additional 50 MVA will be installed under
VSRP-1; and
Tabango S/S has 1-10 MVA transformer.
Transmission Needs:
To provide N-1 contingency at the substation level, there is a need to install a 2nd transformer
unit at Isabel S/S; and
To accommodate the projected demand and avoid overloading of the transformer, there is a
need to upgrade the transformation capacity of Maasin S/S and Tabango S/S.
Isabel 138 kV S/S: 1-30 MVA 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer (from Maasin S/S),
2-138 kV PCB, 1-69 kV PCB and associated equipment;
Maasin 138 kV S/S: 1-50 MVA 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 2-138 kV PCB, 1-69 kV PCB
Tabango 230 kV S/S: 1-50 MVA 230/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 2-230 kV PCB, 1-69 kV
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7.5.14 Naga 138 kV Substations Upgrading

The Naga Substation in Cebu receives about 185 MW of aggregate dependable capacity from
Gas Turbines, Coal-Fired and Diesel Thermal Power Plants and also serves several power
customers. This substation facility was already 36 years old, having been energized in 1977; and
At present, all major equipment including power transformers and power circuit breakers are
already old, thus already difficult to maintain due to the dearth of spare parts in the market while
some are closely being monitored for indication of operational malfunctions.
Transmission Needs:
The Naga Substation needs to be upgraded to prevent any operational breakdown of old
equipment; and
The installation of new equipment will maintain/improve the system reliability, thus prevent any
unserved energy to the customers in case of equipment breakdown at the substation.
Supply and installation of 2-100 MVA, 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformers, 18-138 kV PCB and
9-69 kV PCB including associated equipment; and
Includes dismantling and gradual replacement of existing equipment.
7.5.15 Negros Substations Upgrading
The Mabinay S/S has one 30 MVA transformer only;
The Kabankalan S/S has two transformers rated 30 MVA and 50 MVA; and
E. B. Magalona Cable Terminal Station serves only as connection point between submarine
cable from Barotac Viejo S/S in Panay and overhead transmission line to Bacolod S/S.
Transmission Needs:
Kabankalan and Mabinay Substations need upgrading to provide N-1 capability and increase
reliability at the substation level; and
Considering the 10-year projected demand of the distribution utilities and electric cooperatives
being served by Bacolod substation, it would be necessary to provide another drawdown
substation in the area of E.B. Magalona to improve system reliability.
Kabankalan 138 kV S/S: 1-50 MVA 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 2-138 kV PCB, 1-69 kV
Mabinay 138 kV S/S: 1-30 MVA 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer (transferred from Sta.
Barbara S/S), 2-138 kV PCB, 1-69 kV PCB and associated equipment; and
E.B. Magalona 138 kV S/S: 2-30 MVA, 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer (transferred from
Panitan S/S), 4-138 kV PCB, 2-69 kV PCB and associated equipment.
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7.5.16 Babatngon Sta. Rita 138 kV Line Upgrading

The portion of the existing Babatngon-Paranas 138 kV line

that crosses the San Juanico Strait has a limited capacity
of only 90 MW (1-336.4 MCM conductor).
The 50 MVA, 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer at Sta.
Rita is tapped to one 138 kV circuit of Babatngon-Paranas
138 kV line, which serves the consumers of Samar Electric
Cooperative (SAMELCO). This connection scheme affects
the overall system reliability of the Leyte-Samar 138 kV
transmission system; and
NGCP co-locates its substation facilities with SAMELCO,
which owns the lot.
There is a need to increase the transmission capacity of

the Babatngon-Paranas 138 kV line to 2-180 MW by
removing the transmission constraint of the San Juanico
Strait portion of the said 138 kV line;
Utilize the Babatngon-Sta. Rita 138 kV line with lower
capacity by energizing it at 69 kV which still would be
sufficient to serve even the projected load growth, but it
could improve system reliability by eliminating the 138 kV
tap connection; and
Transfer the NGCP substation facilities at Sta. Rita to
Babatngon Substation for more efficient O & M.
Babatngon-Wright 138 kV T/L (portion along San Juanico Strait), 138 kV T/L, ST-DC, 2-795
MCM ACSR, 1.8 km; and
Babatngon-Sta. Rita 69 kV T/L, 1-336.4 MCM ACSR, 11.6 km, 1-69 kV PCB and associated
equipment (installation and hauling from Sta. Rita).
7.5.17 Samar Substations Upgrading Project
Paranas S/S and Carayman S/S both have one 50 MVA transformer only.
Transmission Needs:
Wright and Calbayog Substations require upgrading to provide N-1 capability, thus improve the
reliability at the substation level.
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Wright 138 kV S/S: 1-50 MVA 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 2-138 kV PCB, 3-69 kV PCB
Calbayog 138 kV S/S: 1-50 MVA 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 2-138 kV PCB, 2-69 kV
7.5.18 Bohol Substations Upgrading

Both Ubay and Corella Substations in Bohol have 1-100 MVA transformer each. These
substations are linked by a single circuit 138 kV Bohol Backbone to the Leyte Sub-Grid via the
Leyte-Bohol Interconnection System that includes about 18 km of 138 kV submarine cables.
Transmission Needs:
In 2019, the peak demand in Bohol Island is projected to increase to about 92 MW, hence
outage at Ubay or Corella Substation will result in overloading of the remaining substation. To
accommodate the projected demand and preclude any overloading at the remaining 138 kV
substation in Bohol island, there is a need to install additional transformer.
Ubay 138 kV S/S, 1-100 MVA 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 2-138 kV PCB, 1-69 kV PCB
Corella 138 kV S/S, 1-100 MVA 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 2-138 kV PCB, 1-69 kV
7.5.19 Calbayog Allen 69 kV Transmission Line

The existing 69 kV Calbayog-Allen 69 kV line serves

SAMELCO I (through San Agustin, Capoocan and PalanasCara Load-end S/S) and NORSAMELCO (through Dalakit,
Bobolosan and Allen Load-end S/S); and
Any outage along the 110.58 km Calbayog-Allen single
circuit 69 kV line results in power interruption in several
towns under the SAMELCO I and Northern Samar Electric
Cooperative (NORSAMELCO) franchise areas.
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Transmission Needs:
There is a need to construct a 78 km 2nd 69 kV line from Calbayog to Allen to effectively form a
loop and provide single outage contingency (N-1), thus improve the system reliability in Northern
Samar.
Project Components:
Calbayog-Allen 69 kV T/L, SP-SC 1-336.4 MCM ACSR, 78 km; and

Calbayog S/S Expansion, 1-69 kV PCB and associated equipment.
7.5.20 Cebu-Bohol 138 kV Interconnection Project

The Bohol Grid is composed of two major 138 kV

Substation that is linked by a single circuit overhead
transmission line;
It draws its power from the Visayas Grid via a
radially connected single circuit Leyte-Bohol
Transmission Corridor, which is composed of
overhead lines from Ormoc S/S to Maasin S/S and
a submarine cable system from Maasin S/S to Ubay
S/S;
A second circuit of overhead lines will be installed
from Ormoc S/S to Maasin S/S by 2014 to provide
N-1 contingency along the Ormoc-Maasin 138 kV
Transmission Corridor. Likewise, a second circuit of
the Leyte-Bohol 138 kV Submarine Cable
Interconnection is proposed to be installed by 2018 to address the power demand growth in
Bohol; and
Local power generation with a cumulative dependable capacity of 25 MW is provided by several
hydroelectric power plants and a diesel power plant.
Transmission Needs:
During the outage the Leyte-Bohol 138 kV Interconnection, which may be caused by calamities
such as supertyphoons, power delivery towards the entire Bohol Island will be interrupted. Since
the existing power plants in Bohol do not have sufficient generation capacity to cater the power
demand in the island during N-1 condition, there is a need to establish an alternative
transmission corridor towards Bohol;
Similarly, in order to improve the reliability of power delivery towards the Leyte Island,
particularly during contingency events, new transmission facilities that will serve as an alternative
transmission corridor to the existing Leyte-Cebu 230 kV Submarine Interconnection is proposed.
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Project Components:
New 138 kV switching stations and cable terminal stations at Sibonga, Cebu and in Loon, Bohol;
138 kV Submarine Cable from Sibonga, Cebu to Loon, Bohol; and
A 138 kV overhead transmission line from Loon towards Corella S/S and Ubay S/S.
7.5.21 Visayas Voltage Improvement 1

Low voltage problem is projected in some areas like Northern Samar, eastern part of Leyte and
Southern Leyte due to long 69 kV transmission lines serving the area and in the
northwesternmost part of Panay and western part of Bohol due to load growth;
The network analyses conducted have identified a 138 kV substation and several 69 kV loadend substations that will experience low voltage problems: Corella, Catarman, Bobolosan,
Tolosa, Caticlan and Himayangan.
Transmission Needs:
Maintaining the system voltages within the PGC-prescribed limits both during normal and N-1
contingency condition requires the installation of capacitor banks at the identified loadends/substation in Visayas.
Corella 138 kV S/S: 3-7.5 MVAR, 138 kV Capacitor Banks;

Catarman LES: 1-7.5 MVAR, 69 kV Capacitor Bank;
Bobolosan LES: 1-5 MVAR, 69 kV Capacitor Bank;
Tolosa LES: 1-5 MVAR, 69 kV Capacitor Bank;
Caticlan LES: 4-5 MVAR, 69 kV Capacitor Banks; and
Himayangan LES: 1-5 MVAR, 69 kV Capacitor Bank;
7.5.22 Maasin Javier 138 kV Transmission Line

The customers under the franchise area of Southern Leyte

Electric Cooperative (SOLECO) draws power from Maasin
Substation, however, during N-1 event when the loads are
shifted to Ormoc Substation, low voltage occurs at the
customers served through this 69 kV line.
Transmission Needs:
To address the low voltage and improve reliability, the system

needs another transmission line with bigger transfer capacity, at higher voltage and a new
drawdown substation in the vicinity of Javier. This proposed Javier Substation could serve the
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entire SOLECO customers and DORELCO and LEYECO II Load-end Substations may also be
shifted to this proposed substation during N-1 event.
Maasin-Javier 138 kV T/L, ST-DC, 1-795 MCM ACSR, 105 km; and
Javier 138 kV S/S: 2-50 MVA 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 7-138 kV PCB and associated
equipment.
7.5.23 Tagbilaran 69 kV Substation

The
Bohol Enterprise Inc. (BEI) and Sta. Clara Hydro are currently connected to the 69 kV
Tagbilaran Substation of NGCP via BDPP Switchyards10 MVA transformer; and
Any outage/maintenance at the Bohol Diesel Power Plant (BDPP) Switchyards 10 MVA
transformer will result in power interruption to BEI and undelivered power supply from Sta. Clara
Hydro.
Transmission Needs:
Another 10 MVA transformer within Tagbilaran 69 kV Substation could directly serve BEI and
could provide a more reliable power delivery system for Sta. Clara Hydro; and
With the 10 MVA transformer in place, any outage or maintenance works in the BDPP
Switchyard facilities will no longer affect these two customers.
Project Components:
Tagbilaran 69 kV S/S: 10 MVA 69/13.8 kV Power Transformer and 3-69 kV PCB and associated
equipment.
7.5.24 Bacolod San Enrique 69 kV Line Reclassification

Existing Subtransmission System:
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The 30 km Bacolod-San Enrique 69 kV line is serving Central Negros Electric Cooperative, Inc.
(CENECO) and Negros Occidental Electric Cooperative, Inc. (NOCECO) and is currently
classified as subtransmission asset.
Transmission Function:
With the development of committed power generating

project: 50 MW Pulupandan Wind, and prospective power
projects: 30 MW Diesel and 25 MW Southern Negros
Biomass, this 69 kV line will be performing a transmission
function. As such, with the target commissioning of these
power plants in the period 2014 - 2015, NGCP will file an
application before the ERC to reclassify this 69 kV line to
Transmission Assets to be included in its Regulated Asset
Base (RAB).
Subtransmission Asset for Reclassification to Transmission

Asset:
Bacolod-San Enrique 69 kV T/L, ST-SC, 1-336.4 MCM

ACSR, 30 km.
7.5.25 Cadiz San Carlos 69 kV Line Reclassification

Existing Subtransmission System:
The
60.80 km Cadiz-San Carlos 69 kV line is a subtransmission asset serving the loads from
Cadiz City to San Carlos City. In 2009, this line was approved by the ERC for divestment to VMC
Rural Electric Service Cooperative, Inc. (VRESCO).
Transmission Function:
With the prospective development of 18 MW San Carlos

Biomass and the 19.8 MW San Carlos Solar Power Plants,
the Cadiz-San Carlos 69 kV line shall no longer be solely
serving VRESCO and will be functioning as a transmission
facility. With the target commissioning of these RE power
plants in the period 2014-2015, NGCP will file an application
before the ERC to reclassify this 69 kV line to Transmission
Asset to be included in its RAB.
Subtransmission Asset for Reclassification to Transmission

Asset:
Cadiz-San Carlos 69 kV T/L, ST-SC, 1-336.4 MCM ACSR,

60.8 km.
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7.6 Overall Benefits After the Implementation of Proposed Transmission Projects for the
Visayas
In the short-term, the successive completion of two-staged Cebu-Negros-Panay (CNP) 230 kV
Backbone in the period 2016-2017 would allow the entry of programmed generation capacity in
Cebu and Panay Islands and would also improve system reliability. In the long-term, however, the
completion of CNP 230 kV Backbone will provide high transfer capacity between Cebu-Negros and
Panay Islands, thus will improve both the system reliability and maintain acceptable voltage level
(by minimizing system loss) to the power consumers.
In addition, the completion of several 138 kV and 69 kV transmission lines, upgrading of existing
138 kV substations and 138 kV interconnection system in the period 2016-2020 will also provide
increased transfer capacity to meet the projected load-growth, allow full dispatch of programmed
power plants, which will also improve both the system reliability and power quality in various areas
in the next 10 years.
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CHAPTER 8: 2014-2023 Transmission Outlook for Mindanao

8.1 Introduction
The ten-year projected demand was based on the total demand of six O&M Districts in Mindanao,
as shown in Table 4.2 in Chapter 4. The 2013 projected peak demand shows that the total 507
MW demand in Southeastern Mindanao Area is about 34% of the entire 1,484 MW peak demand of
Mindanao Grid. The load centers in the Southwestern part, i.e, South Cotabato, Sarrangani and
Gen. Santos (SOCSARGEN) area adds 219 MW for a total of 726 MW or 49%, thus requiring the
establishment of Balo-i-Villanueva-Maramag-Bunawan 230 kV (initially energized at 138 kV)
Backbone Transmission System that stretches from north to south.
Installed capacities based on the 2012 List of Existing Power Plants totalled 2,049.30 MW in which
1,047 MW is generated from hydroelectric power plants, which are mostly from Agus HEPPs in
Lanao Del Sur and Pulangi in Bukidnon.
Light loading scenario was based on historical data and was considered at 60 % of the system
peak demand of Mindanao Grid. Furthermore, the following scenarios were considered in the
system simulations:
a) Maximum North Dispatch Scenario: Generation from the north, especially those coming from
hydro plants are maximized thereby causing the highest load to the transmission lines, which
transmit power to the load centers in the south, e.g., Davao and Gen. Santos areas;
b) Drought Dispatch Scenario: The significant decrease in power generation from hydro plants
from the north is considered, thus all available power plants, particularly peaking plants are
assumed to be dispatched to augment the power requirement;
c) Other Future Scenarios: 1) Development of thermal generation in Southeastern Mindanao; and
2) Linking of the Visayas and Mindanao Grids, through the implementation of the proposed
Leyte-Mindanao Interconnection Project (LMIP).
The Programmed Generation Capacity from the 2012 TDP Updates of the DOE for Mindanao is
shown in Figure 4.4(c) and Table 4.4(c) in Chapter 4. These were further assessed in the system
model including the existing generation capacity. In the said list from the DOE, a total of
2,881.1 MW will come from Conventional Power Plants composed of Coal and Diesel/Oil-Based
Plants, while RE-Based Power Plants will provide a total of 224.6 MW, which details are shown in
Table 8.1:
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Table 8.1: Existing and Programmed Generation Capacity for Mindanao Grid
Programmed
Existing Generation
Power Plant Type/
Generation Capacity
Fuel Source/RE Source
Capacity(MW)
for 2013-2020 (MW)
Coal
232
2,840
Diesel/Oil
652
41.1
Sub-Total
884
2,881.1
Wind
Solar
1
35
Geothermal
108.50
50
Biomass
35.90
30
Hydro
1,047
109.60
Sub-Total
1,192.40
224.60
Total
2,076.30
3,105.70
8.3 Ongoing Transmission Projects for the 3rd Regulatory Period

Similar to Luzon and the Visayas Grids, both the completed transmission projects in the 2011-2013
period and the ongoing projects for the period 2014-2015 were considered in the system model for
Mindanao Grid. The details are enumerated below with the corresponding project drivers:
a) Load Growth:
Balo-i-Villanueva 230 kV T/L (initially energized at 138 kV), 120 km that includes Villanueva
Switching Station and Balo-i S/S Expansion composed of 16-138 kV PCB and 5-138 kV PCB
and associated equipment, respectively; and
Aurora-Polanco 138 kV T/L, 92 km that includes Polanco S/S (1-75 MVA, 138/69-13.8 kV
Power Transformer, 5-138 kV PCB and 4-69 kV PCB and associated equipment), Aurora S/S
Expansion (3-138 kV PCB and associated equipment) and Polanco Load-end S/S composed
of 3-69 kV ABS including 26 km 69 kV Line; and
Mindanao S/S Expansion Project 2, includes 138/69-13.8 kV power transformers at Gen.
Santos S/S (100 MVA) and Kidapawan S/S (50 MVA).
b) Power Quality and System Reliability:
Villanueva-Maramag 230 kV T/L (initially energized at 138 kV) 108 km;
Sultan Kudarat Capacitor, composed of 2 - 7.5 MVAR, 69 kV Capacitor Banks;
Mindanao S/S Reliability Project 1, 138/69-13.8 kV power transformers S/S of Jasaan
(100 MVA), Bunawan (50 MVA), Aurora (100 MVA) and Lugait (75 MVA);
Maramag-Kibawe 138 kV T/L, 21 km that includes 138 kV PCB and associated equipment at
Maramag (1-138 kV PCB) and Kibawe (3-138 kV PCB);
Butuan-Placer 138 kV T/L, 100 km that includes 2-138 kV PCB and associated equipment
each at Butuan and Placer S/S; and
Matanao-Gen. Santos 138 kV T/L, 70 km including 2-138 kV PCB and associated equipment
each at Gen. Santos and Matanao S/S.
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8.4 Projects for Accelerated Implementation

Shown in Table 8.2 are the three projects that need to be completed in 2015, thus NGCP filed
before the ERC for the issuance of PA for accelerated implementation. Although the target
completion is still within the 3rd Regulatory Period, these projects shall be included in the 4th
Regulatory Reset application of NGCP and will still undergo the regulatory reset process.
Table 8.2 Project for Accelerated Implementation
Province(s)
Generation Entry
Toril 138 kV Substation
Davao del Sur
Opol 138 kV Substation
Misamis Oriental
System Reliability
Agus 6 Switchyard Upgrading/Rehabilitation
Lanao del Sur
ETC
2015
2015
2015
8.4.1 Toril 138 kV Substation

The existing Matanao-Davao 138 kV double circuit line traverses about 1 km from the site of the
ongoing 300 MW CFPP of Therma South Inc., which is targeted for commissioning in 2015. Based
on the ten-year projected demand, in 2015 this 138 kV line will be 20.30% loaded during normal
condition and 36.80% loaded during single outage (N-1 or outage of one circuit) contingency event.
Transmission Needs:
The System Impact Study (SIS) was conducted considering the least-cost alternative proposal to
connect the proposed 300 MW CFPP to the grid through the existing Matanao-Davao 138 kV
line. The result of SIS shows that to enable full dispatch of the proposed power plant, there is a
need to bus-in or divert the double circuit 138 kV line to the proposed Toril 138 kV Substation.
Furthermore, the existing maximum transfer capacity of the 138 kV line segment from the
proposed Toril to Davao Substation need to be increased by reconductoring the existing
conductor with higher capacity.
Toril 138 kV S/S: 12-138 kV PCB and 3-69 kV PCB and associated equipment and 50 MVA
138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer including Protection, Control, Metering and Communication
Systems; and
2
Toril-Davao 138 kV T/L: ST-DC, from 1-795 MCM to 1-410mm TACSR, 17 km
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8.4.2 Opol 138 kV Substation

Misamis Oriental is located in the northern part of Mindanao and its power requirement is being
provided by the NGCP Lugait Substation through the 60 km Lugait Carmen 69 kV line, a very
old line constructed in 1966. The Misamis Oriental I Electric Cooperative, Inc. (MORESCO I) and
Cagayan Electric Power and Light Company Electric (CEPALCO), a private distribution utility
serving Cagayan De Oro City, handle the distribution of power to the electricity end users
through their respective load-end substations connected to the said 69 kV line.
Transmission Needs:
Due to the projected load growth in Misamis Oriental triggered by the development of
commercial areas around the newly constructed Laguindingan Airport, the existing LugaitCarmen 69 kV line will no longer be sufficient to provide the needed transmission service.
Considering the relatively long stretch of the 69 kV line, which is already loaded at about 70% of
its maximum capacity, the result of system simulation conducted has determined the urgent
need to establish a new 138 kV drawdown substation strategically located 45 km from Lugait
Substation and 30 km from Tagoloan Substation. The proposed new substation will also
improve the system reliability and incidentally improve the power quality to the power consumers
in Misamis Oriental.
Opol 138 kV S/S: 75 MVA, 138/69-13.8kV Power Transformer 3-138 kV PCB, 3-69 kV PCB and
Cut-in to Lugait-Tagoloan 138 kV Line:
Line 1: 138 kV, ST-DC1, 1-795 MCM ACSR, 7 km; and
Line 2: 138 kV, ST-DC1, 1-795 MCM ACSR, 7 km.
Cut-in to Lugait-Carmen 69 kV Line:
Line 1: 69 kV, SP-SC, 1-336.4MCM, 0.1 km; and
Line 2: 69 kV, SP-SC, 1-336.4 MCM ACSR, 0.1 km.
8.4.3 Agus 6 Switchyard Upgrading/Rehabilitation
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The existing switchyard of Agus 6 HEPP serves as a connection point between the two Agus
HEPP, the Lanao Electric Cooperative (LANECO), Iligan Light and other directly connected
customers such as Mabuhay Vinyl, Platinum Group Metals Corp., Treasure Steelworks and
Pilmico. Mindanao is highly dependent on hydroelectric power generation that provides more
than 50% of the overall power supply. The entire Agus HEPP Complex in Lanao Del Sur has a
total dependable capacity of 580 MW in which about 30% or 182 MW comes from Agus 6 and 7
HEPP, which are Ancillary Service Providers to the Mindanao Grid.
Transmission Needs:
Considering the switchyard equipments deteriorating condition and old age, having been
constructed in 1953, the Agus 6 Switchyard Upgrading/Rehabilitation will improve the system
reliability. This is primarily intended to prevent sudden disengagement of Agus 6 and 7 HEPP
from the grid, which will cause significant loss of generation to the power deficient island.
Furthermore, the proposed switchyard upgrading/rehabilitation will address the difficulty in
maintenance due to scarcity of spare parts in the market because of obsolescence and also will
meet the standards of the new protection philosophy requirements.

6 138kV PCB, 17 69kV PCB and associated equipment;
2-300 kVA 13.8 KV Station Service Transformer and Secondary Devices;
(Including Disconnect Switches, Current Transformers, Voltage Transformers, Surge Arresters,
AC and DC auxiliary panels, storage batteries and Uninterruptible Power Supply);
New Control, Auxiliary and Bay Control Unit Buildings; and
Demolition/Dismantling/Removal/Restoration related works
8.5 Proposed Transmission Projects for 2016-2023

The following were considered in the system model used in the conduct of GIS, which determines
the transmission system requirement in Mindanao:
a) Target commissioning and dependable capacities (on top of existing dependable capacities) of
incoming power plants, both Conventional and the emerging RE-Based Power Plants: Hydro,
Geothermal, Biomass, and Solar PV;
b) The need to meet the projected demand of various load centers;
c) The need to energize to 230 kV the Balo-i-Villanueva-Maramag-Bunawan Backbone
Transmission System, which is initially energized at 138 kV, thus provide a more efficient
transmission of generated power from Agus and Pulangi HEPP, etc. in the north to south
especially during summer; and
Shown in Table 8.2 is the list of transmission projects planned for Mindanao in the period 20162023.
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Table 8.3: Proposed Transmission Projects for Mindanao

Province(s)
Generation Entry
Balo-i-Villanueva-Maramag-Bunawan 230 kV
Lanao del Sur, Mis. Oriental, Bukidnon and Davao del Sur
Energization
Balo-i-Kauswagan-Aurora 230 kV T/L (Phase 1) Lanao del Norte
Balo-i-Kauswagan-Aurora 230 kV T/L (Phase 2) Lanao del Norte, Misamis Occidental, Zamboang del Sur
Malita-Matanao-Bunawan 230 kV T/L
Davao Del Sur
Generation Entry, Load Growth and System Reliability
Villanueva-Jasaan-Butuan 138 kV T/L
Misamis Oriental and Agusan del Norte
Central Mindanao Substations Upgrading
Lanao del Sur, Misamis Oriental and Bukidnon
Surigao del Norte, Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur and
CARAGA Substations Upgrading
Compostela Valley
Zamboanga Peninsula Substations
Zamboanga Den Norte, Zamboanga del Sur and
Upgrading
Zambonag Sibugay
Davao Region Substations Upgrading
Davao del Sur
Balo-i-Tagoloan-Opol 138 kV T/L
Lanao del Sur and Misamis Oriental
System Reliability
Agus 2 Switchyard Upgrading
Lanao del Sur
Tacurong-Sultan Kudarat 138 kV T/L
South Cotabato and Sultan Kudarat
Tacurong-Kalamansig 69 kV T/L
South Cotabato and Sultan Kudarat
Lanao del Sur
Lanao del Sur
Pulangi 4 Switchyard Upgrading/Rehabilitation
Bukidnon
Mindanao PCB Replacement II
Mindanao
Power Quality
Mindanao Voltage Improvement 1
Mindanao
ETC
2017
2017
2019
2018
2018
2018
2018
2018
2020
2020
2017
2018
2020
2020
2020
2020
2020
2018
8.5.1 Balo-i-Villanueva-Maramag-Bunawan 230 kV Energization

Presently, the Mindanao Backbone provides additional transmission corridor to the existing Agus
Hydro Plants, which presently accounts for the majority of power delivered in the Mindanao Grid.
The initially energized 138 kV Mindanao Backbone serves as an initial step in developing a
higher capacity transmission highway from north to south of the grid to meet the increasing
demand in the southern part of Mindanao; and
With the completion of the remaining stretch of the Balo-I Villanueva Maramag Bunawan
230 kV transmission line, it is anticipated to provide a vital link, thereby ensuring stability and
reliability of power supply in the whole island.
Transmission Needs:
The impending entry of power plants with significant generation capacity, requires energizing the
Mindanao Backbone to higher voltage level. This is intended to full dispatch these new power
plants by increasing the transmission capacity of the Mindanao Backbone.
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Balo-i 230 kV S/S: 2-300 MVA 230/138-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 6-230 kV PCB and
Villanueva 230 kV S/S: 2-300MVA 230/138-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 14-230kV PCB and
associated equipment, 2-35 MVAR 230kV Shunt Reactors;
Maramag 230 kV S/S: 2-300MVA 230/138-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 10-230 kV PCB and
Bunawan 230 kV S/S, 2-300MVA 230/138-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 6-230kV PCB and
8.5.2 Balo-i-Kauswagan-Aurora 230 kV Transmission Line (Phase 1 and Phase 2)
Presently, the Mindanao Grid has been continuously
experiencing power shortage due to insufficient generation
capacity. The island is highly dependent on hydroelectric power
which is more than fifty percent of the overall power generation,
which sources are generally located in Northern Mindanao
region. With the possible occurrence of El Nio phenomenon,
Mindanao Grid will still be vulnerable due to its dependence on
hydro-generated power; and
With growing electricity demands of the Zamboanga Peninsula
together with the security of the existing links of the peninsula
to the Mindanao Grid, the continuity of power delivery is
deemed necessary. Still considered as the trade center in
Mindanao, there are four active airports in this western area
located in the cities of Ozamiz, Dipolog, Pagadian, and
Zamboanga.
Transmission Needs:
There is a need to implement a new double circuit 230 kV line from Kauswagan Substation to
Balo-i Substation to accommodate the proposed 4x600 MW Coal Plant of GN Power. Moreover,
considering the growing demand and reliability of the existing transmission line connecting the
Zamboanga Peninsula to the Mindanao Grid, it is necessary to construct an additional double
circuit 230 kV line from Kauswagan Substation to Aurora Substation. This is in lieu of the
deferred Agus 6 Aurora 138 kV Transmission Line Project.
Phase 1
Balo-I Kauswagan 230 kV T/L: ST-DC, 2-410mm2 TACSR, 11 km;

Kauswagan 230 kV S/S: 10-230 kV PCB and associated equipment; and
Balo-I S/S Expansion, 4-230 kV PCB and associated equipment
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Phase 2
Aurora-Kauswagan 230 kV T/L: ST-DC, 2-795 MCM ACSR, 73 km;
Aurora S/S Expansion: 6-230 kV PCB, 4-138 kV PCB and associated equipment, 2-300 MVA
230/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer; and
Kauswagan S/S Expansion: 2-230 kV PCB and associated equipment
8.5.3 Malita Matanao Bunawan 230 kV Transmission Line (Phase 1 and 2)
By 2015, the Matanao-Toril-Davao 138 kV line is the major transmission highway for power
generation plants serving key cities such as Davao and General Santos. With the scarcity of
power supply being experienced in Mindanao, additional power generation is deemed
necessary.
Transmission Needs:
Considering the geographical location and the huge capacity of the CFPP, the readiness of the
Mindanao Grid to accommodate such significant capacity addition is being challenged. As such,
the proposed entry of the San Miguel Consolidated Power Corporations (SMCPCs) 600 MW
CFPP consequently requires 230 kV lines to be initially connected to Matanao 138 kV Substation
and eventually through Bunawan 230 kV Substation via 230 kV lines to prevent overloading of
the Matanao-Toril-Davao 138 kV line upon the commissioning of remaining units of CFPP.
Phase 1
Malita-Matanao 138 kV T/L: ST-DC,
2-410mm2 TACSR, 11 km;
Malita 138 kV S/S: 6-230 kV PCB and
2-138 kV PCB including associated
equipment, 1-50 MVA 138/69-13.8 kV
Power Transformer; and
Matanao S/S Expansion: 3-138kV PCB
Phase 2
Matanao-Bunawan 230 kV T/L, ST-DC,
2-410 mm2 MCM TACSR, 84 km;
Malita S/S Expansion, 4-230 kV PCB and
1-138 kV PCB including associated
equipment; and
Bunawan S/S Expansion, 4-230 kV PCB
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8.5.4 VillanuevaJasaanButuan 138 kV Transmission Line

The VillanuevaJasaan 138 kV line is the major
transmission highway for power generation from
Lanao area towards the Northeastern Mindanao Area
(NEMA). The NEMA covers the provinces of Agusan
del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Surigao del Norte and
Surigao del Sur. At present, the only power source in
the area is the Therma Marine Mobile 2 diesel
generator with an installed generation capacity of 2x50
MW, while majority of the cheaper generations
sources, i.e., hydropower and coal-fired plants are
located in Lanao, Misamis Oriental, and Bukidnon.
Transmission Needs:
The total power demand in NEMA has reached more
than 130 MW and is expected to increase at a
significant rate in the next 10 years. This projected
increase in power demand in NEMA requires the
implementation of 3rd circuit of Villanueva-Jasaan 138
kV Line to prevent overloading should there be an
outage in one of the three circuits. In addition, there is
also a need to bus-in or divert the existing JasaanButuan 138 kV double circuit line to Nasipit Substation
and install additional 50 MVA transformer thereat to
improve system reliability as well as improve power
quality at Butuan, Placer and San Francisco
Substations during N-1 event.
VillanuevaJasaan 138 kV T/L, ST-SC, 1-795 MCM ACSR, 12 km;

NasipitTower 179 138 kV T/L:
Line 1: ST-SC, 1-795 MCM ACSR, 4 km; and
Line 2: ST-SC, 1-795 MCM ACSR, 4 km
Nasipit S/S Expansion: 1-50 MVA, 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 9-138 kV PCB and
Jasan S/S Expansion: 2138kV PCB and associated equipment; and
Villanueva S/S Expansion: 2-138 kV PCB and associated equipment
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8.5.5 Central Mindanao Substations Upgrading

In 2018, the existing 75 MVA transformer in Maramag Substation is projected to be loaded at

more than 60% of its rated capacity. Substantial growth in the load of 100 MVA transformer
situated in Agus 6 Switchyard is likewise observed. Outage of these sole transformers in each
substation will cause power interruption to the directly connected customers and DUs in the said
facilities. Shedding of loads connected to Tagoloan Substation is similarly anticipated during N-1
condition during an outage in any of its existing 2-100 MVA power transformers.
Transmission Needs:
Peak demand forecasts for the DUs and ECs located in Lanao and North Central Mindanao
areas indicate a significant increase in the next several years. This growth can be attributed to
the expected economic developments in these areas, particularly in the towns and cities under
the franchise areas of the following DUs and ECs: Lanao del Norte Electric Cooperative
(LANECO), Cagayan Electric Power and Light Co. Inc. (CEPALCO), Iligan Light and Power Inc.
(ILPI), Bukidnon II Electric Cooperative, Inc. (BUSECO II), and First Bukidnon Electric
Cooperative, Inc. (FIBECO). This requires the installation of additional transformer in Tagoloan
Substation. Similarly, this project involves the installation of supplementary capacities in
Maramag Substation and Agus 6 Switchyard to ensure the reliability of transmission facilities
during N-1 contingency conditions.
Tagoloan 138 kV S/S, 1-100 MVA, 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 2-138 kV PCB and
Maramag 138 kV S/S, 1-75 MVA, 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 2-138 kV PCB and
Agus 6 Switchyard, 1-100 MVA, 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 2-138 kV PCB and
associated equipment
8.5.6 CARAGA Substations Upgrading
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The power transmission system in the north eastern part of Mindanao, which is composed of
Agusan Del Norte, Agusan Del Sur Surigao Del Norte and Surigao Del Sur, is through the
138 kV lines linking Butuan, Placer, San Francisco and Bislig Substations. These 138 kV
substations are linked through the 69 kV lines to the load-end substations of each seven electric
cooperatives that handle the power distribution to the consumers in their respective franchise
areas: Surigao del Norte Electric Cooperative, Inc. (SURNECO), Surigao del Sur Electric
Cooperative I and II, Inc. (SURSECO I and SURSECO II), Siargao Electric Cooperative, Inc.
(SIARELCO), Agusan del Norte Electric Cooperative, Inc. (ANECO), Agusan del Sur Electric
Cooperative, Inc. (ASELCO) and Davao Oriental Electric Cooperative, Inc. (DORECO).
Transmission Needs:
The significant increase in projected demand in the next ten years is due to the anticipated entry
of generation developments, additional mining explorations and the corresponding expansions of
existing mining companies in the area. As such, additional transformers need to be installed at
Placer and Butuan Substations to accommodate the projected increase in power demand.
Likewise, additional transformers are also needed to provide single outage contingency at San
Francisco and Bislig Substations. Based on the result of system study conducted, to address
low voltage or improve the power quality in Surigao Del Norte, there is also a need to install
capacitor banks at the 69 kV bus in Placer Substation.
Butuan 138 kV S/S: 1-100 MVA 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 2-138 kV PCB and
Placer 138 kV S/S: 1-100 MVA 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 2-138 kV PCB and
associated equipment and 2-7.5 MVAR 69 kV Capacitor Banks;
San Francisco 138 kV S/S: 1-50 MVA 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 2-138 kV PCB and
Bislig 138 kV S/S: 1-50 MVA 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 2-138 kV PCB and associated
equipment
8.5.7 Zamboanga Peninsula Substations Upgrading
Existing Transmission/Distribution System
The existing 138 kV substations in Zamboanga Peninsula are the Aurora, Naga-Mindanao,
Zamboanga and Pitogo Substations. The implementation of the proposed Polanco 138 kV
Substation under the Aurora-Polanco 138 kV Transmission Line, a committed project that will
serve Dipolog and Dapitan Cities and other adjacent municipalities in Zamboanga del Norte is
still ongoing. Power distribution to the end users in Zamboanga Peninsula is handled by
Zamboanga del Sur Electric Cooperative (ZAMSURECO-1), Zamboanga del Sur II Electric
Cooperative (ZAMSURECO 2), Zamboanga City Electric Cooperative Inc. (ZAMCELCO) and
Zamboanga del Norte Electric Cooperative Inc. (ZANECO) via their respective load-end
substations that are connected to the NGCP Substations through 69 kV lines.
Transmission Needs:
Zamboanga Peninsula is considered as one of the regions in the country with the fastest
population growth rate. It has also several trading posts/centers and is home to four of the eight
major airports in Mindanao. Considering the ten-year projected demand of the power distribution
utilities and electric cooperatives as a result of economic growth, two existing substations will
require additional power transformers to increase its present capacities. On the other hand, the
other two substations with only one transformer unit also needs to be installed with another
transformer with the same capacity to improve the system reliability at the substation level.
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Polanco 138 kV S/S: 175MVA,138/6913.8kV Power Transformer and 2138kV PCB including
Pitogo 138 kV S/S: 1100MVA,138/6913.8kV Power Transformer, 2138 kV PCB and
Zamboanga 138 kV S/S: 1-100 MVA, 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 2-138 kV PCB and
Naga Mindanao 138 kV S/S: 1-100 MVA, 138/69-13.8 kV, 2-138 kV PCB and associated
equipment
8.5.8 Davao Region Substations Upgrading
The bulk power delivery points in South Eastern Mindanao (SEMA) or more commonly known as
Region IX or Davao Region, which is composed of four provinces, namely Davao del Norte,
Davao del Sur, Davao Oriental and Compostela Valley is through Davao and Kidapawan
Substations. Davao Substation is linked via 138 kV lines to both Bunawan and Kibawe
Substations, while Kidapawan Substation is linked via 138 kV line to Matanao Substation; and
Power distribution to the end users is handled by three electric cooperatives: Davao Oriental
Electric Cooperative (DORECO), Davao del Norte Electric Cooperative (DANECO), and Davao
del Sur Electric Cooperative, Inc. (DASURECO), while the sole private distribution utility is
Davao Light and Power Corp. (DLPC).
Transmission Needs:
The power demand in SEMA is projected to increase significantly in the next ten years, such that
the existing transformer capacities in Kidapawan and Davao Substations will no longer be
sufficient to accommodate increase in load starting in the period 2019-2020. Likewise, the said
substations also need to have single outage contingency to prevent power curtailment should a
transformer outage occurs.
Kidapawan 138 kV S/S: 150MVA, 138/6913.8 kV Power Transformers, 2-138 kV PCB and
Davao 138 kV S/S: 1150MVA, 138/6913.8 kV Power Transformers, 2-138 kV PCB and
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8.5.9 Balo-i-Tagoloan-Opol 138 kV Transmission Line

The total power demand in North Central Mindanao Area
(NCMA), which covers the provinces of Bukidnon and
Misamis Oriental, has already reached more than 180
MW and is expected to continuously increase at a
significant rate in the next ten years.
Transmission Needs:
With the projected completion of the proposed Opol Substation by the first quarter of 2015, the
existing Lugait Tagoloan 138 kV line needs to be diverted through cut-in connection via the
construction of two circuits, employing steel tower double circuit design, constructed initially with
single circuit strung utilizing 1-795 MCM ACSR conductor. Tagoloan Substation is also presently
connected to Balo-i Substation through the existing 138 kV ST-SC, 1-795 MCM ACSR
conductor; and
Given the rapid growth in demand, the existing transmission system, particularly the capacity of
Opol Substation, may not be able to comply with the power quality standards prescribed under
the PGC during single outage (N-1) contingency condition. The Project requires the
Balo-i-Tagoloan 138 kV Line bus-in to Opol Substation which will address the possible low
voltage that may be experienced by customers served by Opol Substation during the outage of
the Opol Tagoloan 138 kV ST-SC line. Another component is the additional 1-75 MVA
transformer at Opol Substation which will comply with
the N-1 criterion to ensure the security and reliability of
the grid during such condition.
Opol S/S Bus-in to Balo-i-Tagoloan 138 kV Line:

Line 1: 138 kV, ST-DC1, 1-795 MCM ACSR, 7 km
Line 2: 138 kV, ST-DC1, 1-795 MCM ACSR, 7 km; and
Opol 138 kV S/S: 175 MVA, 138/6913.8 kV Power
Transformer, 3-138 kV PCB and associated equipment,
8.5.10 Agus 2 Switchyard Upgrading

The Agus 2 138 kV Switchyard, together with the Agus 5, 6 and Pulangi 4 Switchyards, were
among those assets classified by Joint PSALM-NPC-TransCo Working Group on Fixed Asset
Boundary (TWG-FAB) that perform grid or transmission functions. As such, these were turnedover in 2010 to NGCP, which has been responsible for the switchyards improvement,
expansion, operation, and/or maintenance. Currently, it is in a breaker-and-a-half configuration
consisting of 14 sets of 138 kV SF6 circuit breakers and connected to NGCP Balo-I and Kibawe
Substation via a double circuit 138 kV line with 795 MCM ACSR conductor.
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At present, high voltage equipment installed at Agus 2 138 kV Switchyard are operated and
controlled both at the Agus 2 HEPP control room and Agus 2 138 kV Switchyard control room,
which is shared with the control engineers of the National Power Corporation (NPC).
Given the current set-up of having shared control room facilities for Agus 2 HEPP and Agus 2
Switchyard, it requires a separate control building for Agus 2 Switchyard to aid NGCP personnel
in operating and maintaining the said switchyard independently according to the policies,
protocols and procedures of NGCP as these are different with that of NPC. Consequently, there
is a need to install new monitoring, switching, metering, annunciation and control equipment in
order to have full control of the switchyard. The proposed upgrading/rehabilitation will also
address the deteriorating physical and operational condition of the high voltage equipment in the
switchyard considering that these are now aged and prone to malfunction.
Agus 2 Switchyard: 2-138 kV PCB and other old/aged and/or defective equipment; and
Expansion of the existing Control Building Flood Control System.
8.5.11 TacurongSultan Kudarat 138 kV Transmission Line

The provinces of Maguindanao, Sultan Kudarat and South Cotabato are drawing their power
requirement from NGCPs Sultan Kudarat and Tacurong Substations through the following 138
kV transmission corridors: 62.58 km Kibawe-Sultan Kudarat, 71.62 km Kibawe-Tacurong and 80
km Gen. Santos-Tacurong. Power distributors in this southwestern portion of Mindanao Grid,
include: Maguindanao Electric Cooperative (MAGELCO); Cotabato Light and Power Company
(COLIGHT); Sultan Kudarat Electric Cooperative (SUKELCO); South Cotabato I Electric
Cooperative, Inc. (SOCOTECO I) and South Cotabato II Electric Cooperative, Inc. (SOCOTECO
II); and
Under normal condition, the Sultan Kudarat Substation is served through Kibawe Substation,
however, when the 138 kV line is on outage or in preventive maintenance, Tacurong Substation
can accommodate the loads of Sultan Kudarat Substation via the 102 km Tacurong-CotabatoSultan Kudarat 69 kV line with limited capacity. Hence, some of the electricity end users have
experienced frequent low voltage due to relatively
long transmission lines, which is further aggravated
by limited power generation in the area.
Transmission Needs and other Consideration:
The anticipated increase in projected demand in the
next ten years brought by the October 2012 signing
of preliminary peace agreement for the creation of
the
Muslim
autonomous
political
entity
Bangsamoro, would require a more reliable power
delivery system; and
Based on the 2012 PDP Update from the DOE,
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several generation developments in Davao and South Cotabato areas have intentions to
connect to the grid in the next five years. Thus, the need to establish a new 138 kV line with
higher transfer capacity linking Tacurong and Sultan Kudarat Substations to provide an
alternative power transmission corridor for Cotabato City and adjacent municipalities.
Tacurong-Sultan Kudarat 138 kV T/L, ST-SC, 1-795 MCM ACSR, 101 km;
Tacurong 138 kV S/S: 2-138 kV PCB and associated equipment; and
Sultan Kudarat S/S Expansion: 2-138 kV PCB and associated equipment.
8.5.12 Tacurong-Kalamansig 69 kV Transmission Line

The power requirement of the province of Sultan Kudarat, which is located on the southwestern
part of Mindanao, is at the moment being supplied by the grid through the following three 138 kV
line corridors, namely: Kibawe-Sultan Kudarat, Kibawe-Tacurong and Gen. Santos-Tacurong.
Power distribution in the area is handled by Sultan Kudarat Electric Cooperative, Inc.
(SUKELCO) and the power supply, a diesel generator, is being provided by NPC-SPUG to some
far flung municipalities.
With the limited source and supply of power in the area, there is a need to provide a grid
connection to the off-grid municipalities of Bagumbayan, Ninoy Aquino, Lebak and Kalamansig.
This will allow these towns in Sultan Kudarat to have access to a secured, reliable and efficient
power delivery services. Thus, it will serve as catalyst for economic development and likewise
accelerates the total electrification of the province.
Project Components:
Tacurong-Kalamansig 69 kV T/L, ST-SC, 1-336.4 MCM ACSR, 85 km;

Tacurong 69 kV S/S: 1-69 kV PCB and associated equipment; and
Kalamansig 69 kV S/S: 1-7.5 MVAR 69 kV Capacitor Bank.
8.5.13 Agus 1 Switchyard Upgrading / Rehabilitation

The Agus 1 138 kV Switchyard is at breaker-and-a-half configuration consisting of four sets of

138 kV circuit breakers and connected to Agus 2 Switchyard via single circuit 138 kV line.
There is a need for a second 138 kV transmission line from Agus 1 to Agus 2 Switchyard to
increase the power transfer capacity and ensure continuous power delivery system should there
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be an outage in any of the 138 kV Agus 1 Agus 2 line. The proposed project will also provide
additional 50 MVA substation capacity to the Mindanao Grid.
Agus 1-Agus 2, 138 kV Line 2, ST-SC, 1-795 MCM ACSR, 6 km; and
Agus 1 Switchyard: 1-50 MVA, 138/69-13.8 kV Power Transformer, 1-69 kV PCB and associated
equipment.
8.5.14 Agus 5 Switchyard Upgrading / Rehabilitation

The Agus 5 138 kV Switchyard is also one of the assets turned-over to NGCP by NPC. It has a
breaker-and-a-half configuration consisting of six sets of 138 kV SF6 circuit breakers which is
presently connected to NGCP Aurora and Balo-I Substations via a single circuit 138 kV line.
Similar to the case of Agus 2 138 kV Switchyard, high voltage equipment at the Agus 5 138 kV
Switchyard are also operated and controlled at the control room facility of NPC, which is shared
with NGCP.
There is also a need for a separate control building for Agus 5 138 kV Switchyard. This will
ensure continuity of operations and maintenance activities by NGCP personnel in accordance
with its policies, protocols and procedures. Accordingly, this is also in preparation to the
upcoming privatization of the power plant which may result in conflict of policies/rules and
system with NGCP during emergency situations/conditions. In addition, there ia also a need to
install a new monitoring, switching, metering, annunciation and control equipment in order to
have full control of the switchyard. The proposed upgrading/rehabilitation will likewise address
the deteriorating condition as to physical and operational aspect of some of the high voltage
equipment in the switchyard.
Agus 5 Switchyard: 1 - 138 kV PCB and other old/aged and/or defective equipment;
Upgrading of Protection, Control, Monitoring and Communication System; and
Construction of Separate Control Building, Switchyard Perimeter Control, Wall/Flood Control
System.
8.5.15 Pulangi 4 Switchyard Upgrading/Rehabilitation

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The Pulangi 4 138 kV Switchyard is one of the assets turned-over to NGCP by NPC. It has a
breaker-and-a-half configuration consisting of 12 sets of 138 kV circuit breakers and connected
to NGCP Kibawe and Tagoloan Substations via double circuit 138 kV line.
As the demand continue to grow, the old PCB installed in Pulangi Substation, no longer have the
functional capability to efficiently respond to any system disturbance in the power network.
Moreover, these PCB are now difficult to maintain due to diminishing supply of spare parts in the
market.
Major Project Component:
Pulangi Switchyard: 11-138 kV PCB and associated equipment.
8.5.16 Mindanao Power Circuit Breaker Replacement II

As demand continues to grow, the old PCB that have been installed in various substations in
Mindanao have already reached its economic life. These will be replaced as they are already
considered unreliable which may jeopardize the overall system reliability and security of the grid.
Table 8.4 Mindanao Power Circuit Breaker Replacement II Project Components
No. of 138 kV PCB
No. of 69 kV PCB
Substation / Switchyard
and associated
and associated
equipment
equipment
Agus 1 and 2 Switchyard
4
Agus 5 Switchyard
6
Aurora Substation
2
3
Balo-I Substation
7
1
Bislig Substation
3
4
Bunawan Substation
1
Butuan Substation
5
3
Davao Substation
8
2
General Santos Substation
1
4
Lugait Substation
1
Maco Substation
2
Maramag Substation
9
Nabunturan Substation
3
1
Naga Substation
3
Nasipit Substation
4
Placer Substation
1
Sultan Kudarat Substation
1
Tacurong Substation
1
8
Zamboanga Substation
2
2
8.5.17 Mindanao Voltage Improvement 1

Aside from the Agus Complex Plants situated in the Northern Mindanao, several diesel power
plants are currently situated in various locations in Mindanao. The power generated from these
plants is transmitted to the load centers in Davao provinces and SOCCSKSARGEN (South
Cotabato, Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani and General Santos). The power demand in
these two areas approximately accounts for about 50% of the islands total demand, with the
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power flow generally from north to south. The bulk of power flows through the north through the
existing 138 kV transmission corridors.
To address the current power generation deficiency in Mindanao resulting to frequent rotating
brownouts, the IMEM was established in 2013. Its main objective is to encourage electric
power industry participants to provide adequate capacity to meet demand including among
others, reserve requirements. Given the entry of the electricity market in the island, diesel
plants may be displaced. Considering this scenario, very low voltage in the area of north eastern
and southern Mindanao, especially during peak condition, will be experienced if no voltage
compensation is available during this contingency event. This project involves installation of
69kV capacitor banks at various substations in Districts 4 and 6 to improve the power quality and
reliability of transmission service in these areas.
Project Component:
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6 7.5 MVAR, 69 kV Capacitor Banks
Mindanao
For the period 2016-2020, the completion of Balo-i-Villanueva-Maramag-Bunawan 230 kV
Backbone will provide roughly 1,000 MW additional transmission capacity to the existing
transmission corridors i.e., Agus 2-Kibawe, Balo-i-Villanueva-Maramag-Kibawe-Davao, and the
eastern transmission line. The extensions of the 230 kV backbone, which are the Balo-iKauswagan-Aurora in the north and Malita-Matanao-Bunawan in the south, will accommodate the
entry of bulk power generations to support the growing power requirement in the island and other
grids. Further, the proposed Balo-iKauswagan-Aurora will enhance the reliability of power
transmission to Zamboanga Peninsula.
Before the end of 2020, the Leyte-Mindanao Interconnection will be completed/energized with 450
MW maximum transfer capacity, which will enable the exchange of energy among the grids during
the shortfall or surplus of power supply in Mindanao. The new 138 kV transmission line linking
Tacurong and Sultan Kudarat Substations will increase the power transfer capability of the grid in
the south western provinces. In addition, the 12-kilometer Villanueva-Jasaan Line 3, the 14kilometer Balo-i-Tagoloan Bus-in to Opol in Misamis Oriental, and the 8-kilometer Jasaan-Butuan
Bus-in to Nasipit in Agusan del Norte will complement load growth, single-outage contingencies (N1) and power quality requirements in the affected areas.
A total of 1,175 MVA transformer capacity allocated in various substations will accommodate the
projected increase in power demand and meet the N-1 contingency requirement of the island, while
the installation of a total of 45 MVAR capacitor banks in various substations will maintain an
acceptable voltage level during peak demand condition.
New 138 kV substations will also be completed and operational such as the Opol Substation which
will address the expected overloading of Lugait-Carmen 69 kV line as well as the low voltage
problem in Misamis Oriental. Given the long-standing power deficiency in Mindanao, the completion
of Toril Tubstation will allow the full dispatch of the anticipated 300 MW CFPP in Davao area.
With the completion of all these transmission projects in Mindanao by end of 2023, the power
quality will be improved and the network will be fully N-1 compliant as required by the PGC.
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CHAPTER 9: 2014-2023 Major Island/Grid Interconnections

9.1 Island Interconnection
With the archipelagic nature of the Philippines, one of the challenges increasing system reliability
and reducing spinning reserve requirements without adding new generation is the interconnection
of two or more islands by the use of an undersea cable. Major considerations in the
implementation of such kind of project are the required investment and the potential generation
resources in the concerned island. The power cable systems have exhibited high reliability and long
life of more than 20-30 years with limited maintenance.
9.1.1 Existing Island Interconnections
Appendix 6 shows the existing Island Interconnection in the country. As of December 2013, the
Philippines has seven major undersea island interconnection systems: six High Voltage Alternating
Current (HVAC) and one High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC). These are the Leyte-Luzon
350 kV HVDC, Leyte-Cebu 230 kV, Negros-Panay 138 kV, Cebu-Negros 138 kV, Cebu-Lapulapu 138 kV HVAC and the Panay-Boracay 69 kV AC Interconnection facilities. The 432-km LeyteLuzon 350 kV HVDC, with a 23-km connecting Leyte Island (via Samar Island) to the Luzon Grid
has been in operation since 1998. Its maximum transmission capacity is 440 MW with provision for
upgrade to 880 MW.
The Leyte-Cebu interconnection is a 33-km double circuit 230 kV submarine cable, with a transfer
capacity of nearly 400 MW. The first and second circuits were energized in 1997 and 2005,
respectively. The double circuit Cebu-Negros Interconnection enables power sharing of maximum
of 180 MW between Cebu and Negros Islands. Its first circuit of 18-km, 138 kV submarine cable
was energized in 1993 while its second circuit was energized in 2007. From Negros Island,
connected is the 18-km 138 kV Negros-Panay Interconnection, energized in 1990 with a rated
capacity of 85 MW.
Connecting the island of Mactan to mainland Cebu is the 8.5-km 200 MW capacity submarine cable
that was energized in 2005. It is laid underneath the Cebu-Mactan Bridge. Another island
interconnection is the Leyte-Bohol Interconnection, a submarine cable that allows a maximum
power flow of 90 MW to the island of Bohol since 2004.
9.1.2 Benefits of Island Interconnection
The following are some of the salient benefits of island interconnections:
a) Generally, island interconnections can provide additional power supply similar to a generator
having the ability to import power when required;
b) With island interconnections, the most efficient generator across both power systems is
brought on to meet demand resulting in a more efficient dispatch;
c) Island interconnections also reduces power curtailment as it provides a means of exporting
power when there is surplus from other island; and
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d) Renewable energy sources, such as wind, hydro and geothermal potential sites suitable for
energy generation may also be taken into consideration. These are clean and sustainable
sources of energy that may become attractive for development by generation proponents as a
result of a wider market due to island interconnection.
Considering these salient and other intangible benefits, island interconnections become more
economically attractive in the long run. However, detailed studies should be undertaken to quantify
the overall benefits to the receiving island.
9.1.3 Major Project Development Considerations for Island Interconnections
The following major considerations shall be taken into account in the project development of island
interconnections:
a) The depth of the seabed between two islands is always an issue in interconnecting islands.
This is due to mechanical stress that the cable must be designed to withstand cable weight,
sea current, bottom drag, etc. during installation and repairs;
b) The use of HVAC or HVDC transmission systems, the size and length of the cable, the existing
situation of the grid, estimated load growth, environmental impact and public acceptance and
the possibilities for the development of energy resources; and
c) On the operational side, single outage contingency or N-1 reliability criterion needs to be
clarified further if it will be economically beneficial to the power consumers.
9.2 Transmission Backbone and Island Interconnection Projects for 2016-2023

The 2010 TMP provides the overall transmission backbone development framework for the country.
Figure 9.1 shows the development of transmission backbones and island interconnections. While
some segments of the transmission backbones are already programmed for implementation within
the Fourth Regulatory Period (2016-2020), as discussed in Chapters 6 (Luzon), 7 (Visayas) and 8
(Mindanao), however, other segments will still be subjected to a more thorough system analyses or
even Feasibility Study for some big and more complicated backbone projects.
Shown in Table 9.1 are the 500 kV and 230 kV Backbone as well as major island/grid
interconnection in the planning stage including various segments as envisioned in the 20-year
TMP. Included in Appendix 9 is the Grid Development Map, which shows the long-term blue print
for the transmission expansion and upgrading for Luzon, the Visayas and Mindanao Grid.
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Item
No.
1
4
5
6
7
Table 9.1 - Proposed Transmission Backbones Including Island/Grid Interconnections

Transmission Backbone and Island
Project
Province(s)
Interconnections
Drivers
Northern Luzon 230 kV Backbone
Laoag-Bangui 230 kV T/L
GE and SR Ilocos Norte
Tuguegarao-Lal-lo 230 kV T/L
PQ and LG Cagayan
Lal-lo-Bangui 230 kV T/L
GE and SR Cagayan and Ilocos Norte
Western Luzon 500 kV Backbone
Hermosa-San Jose 500 kV T/L
GE
Bataan and Bulacan
/1
Western 500 kV Backbone (Stage 1)
GE
Bataan and Zambales
/2
Western 500 kV Backbone (Stage 2)
GE and SR Zambales and Pangasinan
Metro Manila 500 kV Backbone Loop
Antipolo-Taguig 500 kV T/L
LG and SR Rizal and Metro Manila
/3
Taguig-Alaminos 500 kV T/L
LG and SR Metro Manila and Laguna
/3
Bataan-Cavite 500 kV T/L
GE
Bataan and Cavite
Batangas-Mindoro Interconnection
SI
Batangas and Mindoro
Mindoro-Panay Interconnection
SR
Mindoro and Aklan, Panay Island
Cebu-Negros-Panay 230 kV Backbone
Cebu-Negros-Panay 230 kV Backbone (Stage 1)
GE and SR Iloilo and Negros Occidental
Cebu-Negros-Panay 230 kV Backbone (Stage 2)
GE
Cebu
Leyte-Mindanao Interconnection
SI
Lanao del Norte, Mis. Oriental,
Energization of the Mindanao Backbone to 230 kV
GE
Bukidnon and Davao del Sur
ETC
2018
2019
2017
2019
2023
2016
2017
2018
2017
GE Generation Entry;
SR System Reliability;
LG Load Growth; and
PQ Power Quality
SI Strategic Interconnection
/1
Hemosa-Castillejos 500 kV T/L (to be initially energized at 230 kV)
/2
- Castillejos-Bolo 500 kV T/L
/3
For Feasibility Study
The preparation of system model for Luzon, the Visayas and Mindanao Grids used in the conduct
of system study to determine the needed transmission projects for the period 2016-2024 were
likewise discussed under Chapter 6, 7 and 8. The system study as well as SIS for proposed
generation projects within the planning horizon has determined the project drivers for each project
including those segments that are part of the transmission backbone and islands/grids
interconnection, as shown in the above Table.
For Major Island Interconnections, however, no dominant projects driver is deemed appropriate to
trigger its implementation. In this sense, both the Batangas-Mindoro and Leyte-Mindanao
Interconnection Projects would seem to require a strategic decision, which will deeply involve both
the oversight and regulatory agencies of the government, hence these island interconnection
projects fall under Strategic Inteconnection. Although, NGCP is conducting related studies,
e.g., Techno-Economic Evaluation, Feasibility Study that includes System and Technical Studies,
Economic, among others to support its rate application to secure approval of the ERC.
Figure 9.2 shows the Existing and Future Philippine Network Topology of a unified grid.
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Figure 9.1 - Transmission Backbones and Island Interconnections
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LUZON
300 MW (2023)
230 kV OHTL and Sub. Cable
440 MW (1998) Monopolar

440 MW (Future) Bipolar
350 kV HVDC Leyte-Luzon Int.
OHTL and Sub. Cable
Mindoro Island
VISAYAS
300 MW (Future)
HVDC or HVAC
OHTL and Sub. Cable
Boracay Island
Samar Island
40 MW (2006)
Panay Island
85 MW (1990)
138kV OHTL and
Sub. Cable
240/400MW
(2016/Future)
230kV OHTL and
Sub. Cable
90 MW (1989)
180 MW (2019)
138 kV OHTL
(with N-1)
185 MW (1997)
185 MW (2005)
Cebu Island
Negros Island
90 MW (1993)
90 MW (2007)
138 kV OHTL and
Sub. Cable
400 MW (Future)
230 kV OHTL and
Sub. Cable
Leyte Island
200 MW (2005)
138 kV XLPE
UGC / Sub. Cable
240 MW (2015)
230 kV OHTL and
Sub. Cable
90 MW (2004)
90 MW (2022)
138 kV OHTL
and Sub. Cable
Mactan Is.
Bohol Island
(Lapu-lapu)
450 MW (2018)
450 MW (Future)
350 kV HVDC LMIP
OHTL and Sub. Cable
(Bipolar)
100 MW (Future)
138 kV XLPE HVAC
OHTL and Sub. Cable
MINDANAO
Figure 9.2 - Existing and Future Philippine Network Topology
OHTL Overhead Transmission Line, Sub. Cable Submarine Cable, UGC Underground Cable and N-1 Single Outage Contingency.
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9.2.1 Batangas-Mindoro Interconnection Project (BMIP)

The power system of Mindoro Island, which is composed of 69 kV lines connected to several
power plants and various load-end substations, is presently being operated by Small Power
Utilities Group (SPUG) of the National Power Corporation (NPC). Power distribution to the
consumers is handled by Oriental Mindoro Electric Cooperative (ORMECO) and Occidental
Mindoro Electric Cooperative (OMECO). The major load center is in Calapan City in Oriental
Mindoro and the total peak demand in 2010 was about 40 MW, based on the combined total
load of ORMECO and OMECO; and
Except for the 1.6 MW Dulangan Mini-Hydro, all of the existing power plants in Mindoro Island
are diesel-based. In 2010, the aggregate installed capacity was 51.25 MW with dependable
capacity totaling 45.20 MW. The bulk of dependable capacity of about 85% is under SPUGs
control (rented generators), while the remaining 15% is owned by Oriental Mindoro Electric
Cooperative (ORMECO) and its Independent Power Producer (IPP).
Transmission Needs:
There is a need to develop a more reliable power delivery system from the Luzon Grid to
Mindoro Island to meet its growing demand, which is projected to reach 60 MW in 2016 and 83
MW by 2020. The improvement in reliability of supply is expected to result in better economic
growth as the island could attract more investors for industrial, commercial loads and for tourism
industry;
In the initial stage, the proposed interconnection facility will only transmit power from Batangas
230 kV Substation in the main Luzon Grid up to the interconnection point in Calapan City. As
such, due to the very long 69 kV radial line from Calapan City of San Jose at 253 km and from
Calapan City to Roxas at 125 km, there is a need for some diesel generators to provide voltage
regulation support for the island; and
In addition to the existing HVDC link between Luzon and Visayas Grids, the future 230 kV
looping configuration from Mindoro to Panay islands will strengthen the grid, thus provide a more
reliable operation. The loop will allow operational flexibility in exchange of power between Luzon
and the Visayas even when the HVDC link will be on outage. Therefore, the project requires a
maximum transfer capacity of 300 MW and will be complementary to Cebu-Negros-Panay 230
kV Backbone Project in the Visayas once the loop is in place.
Other Considerations:
NGCP received Resolutions from the House of Representatives and Electric Cooperatives in
Mindoro requesting the immediate implementation of the Luzon-Mindoro Interconnection Project,
which is now known as the BMIP. In the said Resolutions, power supply deficiency and
unreliable power service in the island was highlighted due to the problems of SPUG which has
been incurring heavy financial losses; and
The interconnection would make Mindoro Island as a viable location for new generating plants
such as coal-fired and RE plants. In DOEs Philippine Energy Plan(PEP 2007-2014), Mindoro
was identified as one of the areas that contain significant coal deposits. The wind power and biofuels are the other energy resource potentials of the island. Thus, the potential for power export
to mainland Luzon was also considered in the decision for the 300 MW maximum capacity.
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BatangasLobo CTS 230 kV T/L, ST-DC 1-795
MCM ACSR, 45 km;
Lobo CTS-Mahal na Pangalan CTS 230 kV
Submarine Cable, 4-1000 mm2 XLPE, 25 km;
Mahal na Pangalan CTS-Calapan 230 kV T/L,
ST-DC 1-795 MCM ACSR, 6 km;
Batangas S/S Expansion: 1-138 kV PCB and
Lobo CTS: 3-230 kV PCB, 2-30 MVAR 230 kV
Shunt Reactors and associated protection
equipment;
Mahal na Pangalan CTS: 3-230 kV PCB, 2-30
MVAR 230 kV Shunt Reactors and associated
protection equipment; and
Calapan 230 kV S/S: 2-100 MVA, 230/69-13.8
kV Power Transformers, 7-230 kV PCB and 469 kV PCB and associated equipment and a 25
MVAR 230 kV Shunt Reactor.
9.2.3 Leyte-Mindanao Interconnection Project (LMIP)

Existing Power Supply System
The power supply in Mindanao is dominated by hydro with the 727 MW Agus Hydro complexes,
composed of six power plants cascading in the Agus River emanating from Lake Lanao to Iligan
Bay, comprising 37% of the total installed capacity. This is augmented by the 225 MW Pulangi
Hydroelectric Plant in North Central Mindanao. In 2011, about 55 % of the generated power in
Mindanao comes from hydro power plants. The 108 MW Mt. Apo Geothermal Plant contributes
6% of the power requirement, while coal-fired plants contribute 13 % of the total dependable
capacities. Oil-based plants located in various areas throughout the island, i.e., Diesel Power
Plants in Zamboanga, Lanao, South Cotabato, Power Plant Barges in Davao and Agusan with a
combined dependable capacity of 438 MW, supply the remaining 26%; and
The bulk of power generated is transmitted to the load centers in Davao provinces and
SOCCSKSARGEN (South Cotabato, Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani and General Santos),
which are located in the southern part of Mindanao. The power demand in these two areas
approximately accounts for about 50% of the islands total demand, with the power flow
generally from north to south. The bulk of power flows from the north through the Balo-ITagoloanMaramagKibawe 138 kV transmission corridor. This will be relieved once the entire
Mindanao 230 kV Backbone, which will be initially energized at 138 kV, is completed/energized.
Existing Transmission and Subtransmission System:
The existing transmission and subtransmission system is discussed in sub-section 3.3.4.
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Normal Condition without LMIP
The period 2013-2014 are critical years for Mindanao Grid as the existing dependable capacity is
insufficient to meet the ever increasing demand. The power deficiency could be addressed once
the committed two 100 MW generating units of Southern Mindanao Power Plant and two
150 MW Therma South Energy Power Plant are commissioned in the period 2014-2015. Under
normal condition without the project scenario, the aggregate dependable capacity of 1,641 MW
augmented by the CFPP targeted to be commissioned in the period 2014-2015 is already
sufficient to meet the projected demand without additional investment in generation capacity
addition. The total dependable capacity already includes the maximum aggregate dependable
capacity from hydro power plants.
Long Dry Season without LMIP

Under a long dry season (without the project) scenario, the total dependable capacity is reduced
from 1,641 MW to 1,472 MW. In the demand-supply analysis, the reduction in aggregate
dependable capacity during summer months, i.e., January to June ranges from 169 MW to
693 MW. This decrease in dependable capacity increases the required generation capacity
needed to meet the projected peak demand.
Considering the 500 MW CFPP targeted to be commissioned in the 2014-2015 period, the
required generation capacity addition in Mindanao Grid is about 427 MW in 2018, 719 MW in
2024 and around 896 MW by 2030.
Long Dry Season: Luzon + Visayas with Mindanao
The assumptions on dependable capacity for the demand-supply for Unified Grid were also
adopted in this scenario. It shows that in an interconnected Luzon-Visayas and Mindanao, the
14,152 MW combined dependable capacity during normal condition will be reduced to 11,866
MW. This is attributed to the combined effect of 19 % and 50 % hydro in the generation mix in
Luzon and Mindanao, respectively. The reduction in aggregate dependable capacity increases
the required investment in generation capacity as the peak demand increases over the years.
The Overall Benefits of Visayas and Mindanao Grids Interconnection
The tangible benefits in terms of reduced investments in power generation due to the
implementation of LMIP are due to the following:
a) The sharing of system reserve;
b) The lesser investment in power generation in Mindanao to maintain the one day Loss of
Load Probability (LOLP); and
c) The reduction of operating cost due to economic dispatch of generators.
Intangible benefits in the implementation of LMIP:
a) The benefit that is difficult to be quantified in monetary terms includes the attractiveness of
LMIP to power generation investments due to the bigger market through an interconnected
power network;
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b) From a technical standpoint, LMIP will provide benefit to the system in terms of added supply
security, improved system reliability and improvement in the quality of power supply; and
c) The optimized utilization of indigenous energy sources, such as natural gas in Luzon,
geothermal in the Visayas and hydro in Mindanao. LMIP will reduce the overall generation of
pollution as well as the dependency on the importation of fossils fuel, where its availability
and price are sensitive to the price in the world market.
The implementation of LMIP will also complement the operation of the Wholesale Electricity Spot
Market (WESM) in Mindanao. As a transition mechanism to the operation of the WESM, the
Interim Mindanao Electricity Market (IMEM) commercial operations was launched in Davao City on
September 20, 2013. The IMEM, which was developed by the government, is an interim solution to
the region's power supply deficiency by ensuring the transparent and efficient utilization of all
available power capacities in Mindanao Grid.
I Land Portion
a) Overhead DC Transmission Lines:
Ormoc CS-Benit CTS 350 kV HVDC OHTL, Bipolar, 3-795 MCM ACSR, 170 km; and
Bilaa CTS-Villanueva CS 350 kV HVDC OHTL, Bipolar, 3-795 MCM ACSR Condor, 285
km.
b) Electrode Lines/Stations:
VillanuevaBalingasag 20 kV OHTL (2 Lines), 2-795 MCM ACSR Condor, 29 km;
Balingasag Electrode Station; and
Ormoc-Albuera 20 kV OHTL (2 lines), 2-795 MCM ACSR Condor, 23 km (existing); and
Existing Albuera Electrode Station
c) Converter Stations (Conventional Bipolar):
Ormoc Converter Station:
Thyristor Valves: 2-227.5 MW, 350 kV, 750 A, water cooled, air insulated, suspended, indoor
12-pulse single phase quadruple;
Converter Transformers: 2-225 MW, 230 kV AC/350 kV DC, single phase and three -winding;
Oil immersed DC Smoothing Reactor; 2 groups of double-tuning passive DC filters and 2
large groups with 4 small groups AC filters;
DC Field Equipment including DC High-Speed Switches, Metallic Return Transfer Breaker,
Ground Return Transfer Switch, various DC Switches, DC Measuring equipment and wall
bushings; and
Secondary System including Operator Control, AC/DC Station Control, Pole Control, DC
Protection, Station Master Clock, Fault Recording, DC Line Fault Location, AC Protection,
Revenue Metering, Auxiliary System, Management Subsystems of Relay Protection and
Fault Information and Telecontrol and Telecommunication Equipment.
Villanueva Converter Station:
Thyristor Valves: 2-227.5 MW, 350 kV, 750 A, water cooled, air insulated, suspended, indoor
12-pulse single phase quadruple;
Converter Transformers: 2-225 MW, 230 kV AC/350 kV DC, single phase and three-winding;
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Oil immersed DC Smoothing Reactor; 2 groups of double-tuning passive DC filters and 2

large groups with 4 small groups AC filters;
DC Field Equipment including DC High-Speed Switches, Metallic Return Transfer Breaker,
Ground Return Transfer Switch, various DC Switches, DC Measuring equipment and wall
bushings; and
Secondary System including Operator Control, AC/DC Station Control, Pole Control, DC
Protection, Station Master Clock, Fault Recording, DC Line Fault Location, AC Protection,
Revenue Metering, Auxiliary System, Management Subsystems of Relay Protection and
Fault Information and Telecontrol and Telecommunication Equipment.
d) Substations:
Ormoc S/S Expansion: 6-230 kV PCB and associated equipment; and
Villanueva S/S Expansion: 2-300 MVA, 230/138-13.8 kV Power Transformers and
accessories.
II Marine Portion
a) Benit CTS-Bilaa CTS, 350 kV HVDC, Bipolar, 1,500 mm2 mass impregnated submarine cable,
22 km.
Other Feasibility/Planning and Conceptual Design-related activities and other information:
Except for Converter Stations, which are already based on December 2013 conceptual design
prepared by HVDC Experts from State Grid Corporation of China (SGCC), all other major project
components were based on System Study completed in January 2013 by China Electric Power
Research Institute (CEPRI);
Likewise, a more detailed conceptual design for submarine cable will be firmed up or finalized
upon the completion of hydrographic/marine survey, etc. to be completed in the 2nd Quarter of
2014. Inshore / landfall survey to select the best submarine cable landing area is still ongoing,
thus, the result is not yet reflected in this TDP. The contract for hydrographic/marine survey was
awarded to EGS (Asia) Inc., a Cebu-based Earth Sciences and Surveying company with
regional hub in Hongkong for its business operations in South East Asia;
Stage 1 of the project, which is targeted in 2018 has a capacity of 1-225 MW per pole, hence the
total capacity of the conventional bipolar Converter Stations is 450 MW. While Stage 2 of the
project, which will be in 2030 (per 2013 System Study) requires an additional 1-225 MW per
pole, hence the ultimate capacity of the Converter Stations is 900 MW;
Both 350 kV HVDC overhead lines and submarine cables will already be designed with an
ultimate or maximum power transfer capacity of 900 MW;
In a Conventional Bipolar Scheme, outage in one pole reduces the transfer capacity by half
(or 50%). Unlike in an HVAC system, single outage (N-1) contingency is not considered due to
sizeable amount involved (or it will not be economically viable); and
Alternative submarine cable routes, as shown in Figure 9.4, will be further evaluated considering
the overall cost and other issues/concerns.
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Figure 9.4 Alternative Submarine Cable Routes
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CHAPTER 10: Appendices

Appendix 1 List of Official Site Names of Substations based on the Standard System of
Site and Equipment Identification and Labelling (SEIL) Rev. 4
A1.1 Luzon
NEW NAME
Bay
Bolo
Cawag
Clark
Doa Imelda
Las Pias
Lumban
Malamig
Marilao
Muntinlupa
Naga CS
Nagsaag
Quezon
San Manuel
San Rafael
Taytay
OLD NAME
New Makban
Kadampat EHV
Hanjin
Clark (COC)
Araneta
Zapote
Kalayaan EHV
Sta. Rosa
Duhat
Sucat SS (Old/New)
HVDC
San Manuel EHV
Balintawak
San Manuel HV
Cruz Na Daan
Dolores
TYPE
230 kV Substation
500 kV Substation
230 kV Substation
230 kV Substation
230 kV Substation
230 kV Substation
500 kV Substation
230 kV Substation
230 kV Substation
230 kV Substation
350 kV Converter Station
500 kV Substation
230 kV Substation
230 kV Substation
230 kV Substation
230 kV Substation
OLD NAME
Cabacungan
San Juan
Cabong
Tugas
Talavera
Banilad (VECO)
New Naga
Talisay Visayas
Tomonton CTS/Sarabia CTS
Central Switching Station
Mactan GIS
Old Naga
HVDC-OCS
Wright
Suba CTS
Taiheiyo
Maricalum
Bagolibas
Dampas
Sigpit
San Juan
TYPE
350 kV Cable Terminal Station
138 kV Substation/ CTS
69 kV Switching Station
138 kV Substation
138 kV Substation
138 kV Substation
138 kV Substation
230 kV Substation
138 kV Substation
230 kV Substation
138 kV Substation
138 kV Substation
350 kV Converter Station
138 kV Substation
138 kV Substation
69 kV Substation
69 kV Substation
138 kV Substation
69 kV Substation
138 kV Substation
138 kV Substation / CTS
A1.2 Visayas
NEW NAME
Allen
Barotac Viejo
Borongan
C.P. Garcia
Calung-calung
Cebu
Colon
Daan-Bantayan
E.B. Magalona
Kananga
Lapu-lapu
Naga
Ormoc CS
Paranas
Samboan
San Fernando
Sipalay
Sta. Rita
Tagbilaran
Toledo
Varotac Viejo
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A1.3 Mindanao
NEW NAME
Balo-i
Cagayan de Oro
Gen. Santos
Iligan
Ipil
Jasaan
Malaybalay
Nabunturan
Naga
Oroquieta
Placer
Sultan Kudarat
Tumaga
Villanueva
Zamboanga
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OLD NAME
Abaga
Carmen Mindanao
Klinan
Overton
Pangi
Aplaya
Aglayan
Tindalo
Sta. Clara
Villaflor
Anislagan
Nuling
Lunzuran
Kirahon
Sangali
TYPE
138 kV Substation
69 kV Substation
138 kV Substation
69 kV Substation
69 kV Line Breaker
138 kV Substation
69 kV Capacitor Bank Station
138 kV Substation
138 kV Substation
138 kV Substation
138 kV Substation
138 kV Substation
138 kV Substation
Appendix 2 Grid Code Performance Standard

Majority of the projects in the TDP are intended to meet load growth and accommodate generation
capacity addition. The assumptions are simplified on the type of loads due to uncertainty of the
nature of loads that will be connected in the future. For this reason, all performance standard
requirements could not all be addressed by the projects in the TDP but are hopefully addressed in
the System Impact Study (while the customer is applying for a connection), by the System
Operator (in real-time) or by the local Operation and Maintenances District Office. Table A2
summarizes the Grid Code requirements on power quality and how NGCP intends to satisfy them.
Table A2 Grid Code PQ Standards and the TDP
GRID CODE
SECTION
3.2.2 Frequency
Variations
3.2.3 Voltage
Variations
REQUIREMENTS
ADDRESSED
BY TDP?
REMARKS
Partly
The ability of the TDP to address the constraints

provides the adequate corridor for spinning reserves
to be made available where it is needed, resulting in
the balance between supply and demand. This is also
addressed in real-time by the System Operator by
securing sufficient load following, frequency
regulation and spinning reserves.
Yes
Please refer to Section A2.1 Voltage Variation
No
The reactive power compensation requirements for

loads that generate harmonics are determined in the
System Impact Study (SIS) that is conducted during
the application of the customer for a connection. The
provision for the power compensating equipment then
becomes a pre-requisite for allowing the connection.
No
For planning purposes, all loads and transmission

lines are assumed to be balanced. Voltage unbalance
will be dealt in real-time.
3.2.6 Voltage
Fluctuation and
Flicker Severity
No
The reactive power compensation requirements for

loads that cause voltage fluctuation and flicker are
determined in the SIS that is conducted during the
application of the customer for a connection. The
provision for the power compensating equipment then
becomes a
pre-requisite for allowing the
connection.
3.2.7 Transient
Voltage Variations
No
Problems related to transient voltage variations are

addressed in the design stage (for expansion
projects).
Partly
(projects for
N-1 provision)
Reliability Standards, as described in the Grid Code,

are based on the total number and duration of
sustained power interruption. Improvements in this
aspect may be achieved not only through
infrastructure projects but by some other means such
as proper vegetation management, more systematic
3.2.4 Harmonics
3.2.5 Voltage
Unbalance
3.3 Reliability
Standards
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GRID CODE
SECTION
REQUIREMENTS
ADDRESSED
BY TDP?
REMARKS
and coordinated line restoration and strategic
partnership with local citizenry in the maintenance
and monitoring of the lines. All of these approaches
have been tried to a certain degree on various areas
with promising success.
3.4 System Loss

Standards
3.5 Safety Standards
Partly
This is partly addressed through voltage improvement

projects.
When
economically
viable,
higher
transmission voltage is used to transfer bulk power
from generators to loads.
No
Safety standards requirements are factored-in in the

design of the equipment/structure that eventually
become part of the specification for the respective
projects.
A2.1 Voltage Variation

The Grid Code requires that the long duration voltage variations be greater than 95 percent but
less than 105 percent of the nominal voltage at any connection point during normal conditions
(Section 3.2.3.4). The approach used to satisfy this requirement is to improve the voltage at the
substations using capacitors and reactors (for inclusion in the TDP) so that it falls within this range,
after the transformer taps have been adjusted and reached its limit. Generator terminal voltages
are set at 1 per unit (p.u.) and MVAR output is allowed to vary according to the requirements of the
Grid Code.
A2.2 System Loss Standard
The system loss of the transmission system is highly dependent on the generation dispatch. If
generating plants output farthest from the load centers are maximized, higher system loss is
expected. Without any transmission constraints, the dispatch pattern is not within NGCPs control
but is dictated by the transactions between the generators and the load customers. It follows,
therefore, that system loss is not within NGCPs full control.
The following are the possible solutions to reduce system loss and some issues in implementing
them:
a. Uprating of the existing transmission line. This can be done through the use of conductors
with larger diameter (and therefore higher capacity) or similar weight conductors but with
higher capacity (such as TACSR). Larger but more expensive conductors translate to
smaller resistance. Larger diameter conductors, although have larger transfer capacity,
would require stronger and hence, more expensive support structures, such as steel
towers/poles. The more expensive Thermal ACSR, on the other hand, are similar in weight
but with higher capacity. However, the higher capacity runs the risk of being optimized down
in accordance with ERCs RTWR resulting in under-recovery of investment.
b. Use of higher voltages in power transmission that would require a relatively bigger CAPEX to
implement. The NGCP will implement this strategy whenever the entry of very large
generators or extension of an existing backbone transmission system that makes it
economically feasible.
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c. Improvement of voltage profile. There are projects lined-up to improve the voltages at
various substations through the installation of capacitor banks and shunt reactors. In
bringing the bus voltage to an acceptable level prescribed by the Grid Code would also lead
to some extent in the reduction in system loss.
For benchmarking purposes, system loss cannot be compared with that of other countries because
the dispatch pattern, system configuration, locations of generation sources/loads and voltage
levels are not the same.
A2.3 Performance Indices
There are currently eight (8) performance indices under the Performance Incentive Scheme (PIS),
one of the main features in the Performance-Based Ratemaking (PBR).
a. System Interruption Severity Index (SISI);
b. Frequency Limit Compliance (FLC);
c. Voltage Limit Compliance (VLC);
d. Frequency of Trippings per 100 ckt-km (FOT/100 ckt-km);
e. System Availability (SA);
f. Congestion Availability (ConA);
g. Ancillary Services Availability Indicator (ASAI); and
h. Customer Satisfaction Indicator (CSI).
Generally, two different approaches are being used for improved performance. The first approach
is through infrastructure additions to attain adequacy and ideally, N-1 security. The second
approach would be through improved maintenance strategy and quick restoration during outages.
At the transmission level, there are still areas served with no provision for N-1 contingency. i.e.,
there is only a single line supplying the area. There are projects in the TDP which will specifically
address this reliability concern.
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Appendix 3 DOE List of Prospective Power Plants

Alaminos Solar
Aboitiz Power Barge (Units 1/ 2/ 3/ 4)
Ballesteros-Abulog-Aparri Wind
Bayog Wind Power
Bell Ocean Thermal
Buduan Wind Power
Calamba Combined Cycle
Diduyon Hydro
E-Power Hydro
EWC Combined Cycle
FDC Coal
First Gen Liquid Fuel
First Gen Mid Merit Power
FMIC Wind
Green Power Biomass
Green Power Nueva Ecija
Isabela Coal
Kanan Hydro
Kapangan Mini Hydro
KBHPC Enodey Abit (Units 1/ 2/ 3)
KEGI Diesel Power Plant
Lake Mainit Hydropower
LEC Clean Coal Fired Boiler
Limabatangon Mini-Hydro
Man-Asok-Agno Mini Hydro
Pagbilao Expansion
Pangea Biomass
Pantabangan PSPP
Pillila Wind
Pinacanauan de Ilaguen Run-of-River
Sabangan Hydro
Sagada-Besao Wind
SMC Global Bulacan Coal
SMC Global Cavite Coal
Sta. Rita Solar
Sta.Clara Tinoc Hydro (Units 1/2/3/4)
Sual Coal-Fired Thermal Power Pant
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Capacity (MW)
LUZON
40 - 50
66 / 67/ 57 / 52
80
90
10
44
120 - 170
320
8.1
300
15
1000
300
50
30
17.5
100
150
50
2 / 1.2 / 2
10.6
25
140
9
3
420
1.2
600
90
19
13.20
15
600
1200
100
3 / 6.5 / 5 / 10
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Location
Alaminos, Pangasinan
Navotas
Cagayan
Brgy. Bayog, Burgos, Ilocos Norte
Cabangan, Zambales
Brgy. Bayog, Burgos, Ilocos Norte
Calamba, Laguna
Quirino Province
Nueva Vizcaya
Pagbilao, Quezon
Minalabac, Camarines Sur
Batangas City
Batangas
Sanchez Mira, Cagayan
Barangay Maraburab, Alcala, Cagayan
Nueva Ecija
Isabela Province
Nakar, Quezon
Kapangan Benguet
Bauko, Mountain Province
Brgy. San Luis, Guinoog City
Agusan del Norte
Limay, Bataan
Cagayan de Oro City
Buguias, Benguet
Quezon
Payatas, Quezon City
Pantabangan, Nueva Ecija
Pillila, Rizal
San Mariano, Isabela
Sabangan, Mt. Province
Mountain Province
Bulacan
Cavite
Subic Bay Freeport Zone
Tinoc, Ifugao
Pangasinan

Amlan Plant A/ B/ C
FDC Coal
First Negros Diesel
First Negros Thermal
First Samar Diesel (FSDPP)
First Negros Solar
First Negros Hydro
Guinobaan Hydro
Lide Pasar Coal
Lower Himogaan Hydro
Malogo Mini-Hydro
Okoy Hydro
Pacuan Hydro
Siaton Hydro
SMC Global Leyte Coal
SMC Global Panay Coal
Sta.Clara Ubay
Sta. Clara Cadiz
YOUIL Solar
Clarin Run-of-River Mini Hydro
Laguindingan Solar
Mat-I Mini Hydro
Navotas Gas
Oriental Energy Run-of-the-River Mini
Hydro
Power Barge Mobile 3/ 4
Simod Hydro
Sita Hydro
South Cotabato Coal
Sta. Clara Davao Project
Sta. Clara General Santos City Project
Capacity (MW)
VISAYAS
3.2/ 1.8/ 0.8
170
12 / 11.2
30 / 50
8
49.8
1.68
7
200
4
6
4.3
6.8
5.4
600
150
50
50
30-60
MINDANAO
6.9
30-40
4.85
100
10
66/ 67
11.80
16.40
150
100
100
Location
Amlan, Negros Oriental
Sipalay, Negros Occidental
Cadiz City
Cadiz City
Cadiz City Port
Cadiz City, Negros Occidental
Cadiz City, Negros Occidental
Guihulngan, Negros Or
Isabel, Leyte
City of Sagay, Negros Occidental
Silay City, Negros Occidental
Valencia, Negros Oriental
Libertad, Negros Oriental
Siaton, Negros Oriental
Leyte
Panay
Bohol
Negros Occidental
Negros Occidental
Clarin, Misamis Oriental
Misamis Oriental
Claveria, Misamis Oriental
Davao del Sur
Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon
Nasipit, Agusan del Norte
Simod, Kitaotao, Bukidnon
Kipilas, Kitaotao, Bukidnon
South Cotabato
Davao
General Santos
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Appendix 4 Renewable Energy

NGCP allocates this section for the development and plans associated with the entry of Renewable
Energy. Discussed are the background of RE development in Philippines, RE Projects from the
DOE, transmission planning with RE and the activities of NGCP in support to RE.
A4.1 RE Development in the Philippines
The Philippines joined the global effort of mitigating climate change and global warming when the
Philippine Senate ratified the Kyoto Protocol in 2003. Following that ratification, two (2) laws
directly in conformity with the Kyoto Protocol were enacted: Republic Act 9367 or the Biofuels Act
of 2006 and the RE Act of 2008. These laws were passed not only to combat global warming but at
the same time promote development of RE in the country.
The RE Act of 2008 is the first among the legislations enacted to harmonize RE development
policies. It aims to promote the development, utilization and commercialization of RE resources
and for other purposes.
Prior to 2008, the RE-related laws and policies may be considered piecemeal in approach.
Examples of these enactments were Presidential Decree 1442 or the Geothermal Law (1978), RA
7156 or the Mini-hydro Law (1991), Executive Order 462 or the Ocean Solar and Wind Law (1997)
and Executive Order 232 or the Amended Ocean Solar and Wind Law. With the RE Act of 2008,
the incentives and mechanisms for RE became more coordinated and comprehensive covering the
various RE technologies.
The requirements for NGCP, as the successor-in-interest of TransCo, as provided under RE Act of
2008 are summarized in Table A4.1.
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Table A4.1 Requirements for NGCP under RE Act of 2008
Development
Mechanism
Particulars
Green Energy
Option
Section 9
Net metering
Option
Section
10
Transmission
and Distribution
System
Development
Section
11
Intermittent RE
Resources
Section
20
Consistent herewith, TRANSCO or its successors-in-interest, DUs, PEMC

and all relevant parties are hereby mandated to provide the mechanisms
for the physical connection and commercial arrangements necessary to
ensure the success of the Green Energy Option. The end-user who will
enroll under the energy option program should be informed by way of its
monthly electric bill, how much of its monthly energy consumption and
generation charge is provided by RE facilities.
The DOE, ERC, TRANSCO or its successors-in-interest, DUs, PEMC and
all relevant parties are hereby mandated to provide the mechanisms for
the physical connection and commercial arrangements necessary to
ensure the success of the Net-metering for Renewable Energy program,
consistent with the Grid and Distribution Codes.
TRANSCO or its successors-in-interest or its buyer/concessionaire and
all DUs, shall include the required connection facilities for RE-based
power facilities in the Transmission and Distribution Development Plans,
provided that such facilities are approved by the DOE. The connection
facilities of RE power plants, including the extension of transmission and
distribution lines, shall be subject only to ancillary services covering such
connections.
TRANSCO or its successors-in-interest, in consultation with stakeholders,
shall determine the maximum penetration limit of the Intermittent REbased power plants to the Grid, through technical and economic analysis.
Qualified and registered RE generating units with intermittent RE
resources shall be considered must dispatch based on available energy
and shall enjoy the benefit of priority dispatch. All provisions under the
WESM Rules, Distribution and Grid Codes which do not allow must
dispatch status for intermittent RE resources shall be deemed amended
or modified. The PEMC and TRANSCO or its successors-in-interest shall
implement technical mitigation and improvements in the system in order
to ensure safety and reliability of electricity transmission.
Additional requirements under the Feed-In Tariff (FIT) and RPS mechanisms are contained in their
respective rules. The FIT rules were approved on 12 July 2010 and was revised on 19 November
2012.
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A4.2 RE Resources
The Philippines is rich in RE resources. According to DOE2, almost 260 GW in capacity is available
for exploitation:
a. Geothermal Resource: 2,600 MW
b. Hydropower: 13,097 MW
Large and Small Hydro: 11,223 MW (85%)
Mini-hydro: 1,847 MW (14%)
Micro-hydro: 27 MW (1%)
c. Wind resources: 70,000 MW
d. Solar Energy: untapped vast potential as a tropical country (5.1 kWh/m2 / day)
e. Ocean Energy: 170,000 MW
f. Biomass: untapped vast potentials (323.1 MMBFOE)
As of May 2013, RE comprised 30% of the dependable generation mix and the remaining
percentage from fossil fuel.3 By 2030 the government intends to triple the existing 5,438 MW RE
installed capacity4.
The Philippines is also a pioneer in RE development. It is the worlds second largest producer of
geothermal energy, after the US, and the first in Southeast Asia to deploy large scale wind and
solar technologies. NorthWind Powers 33 MW wind farm and the CEPALCOs 1 MW solar
photovoltaic (PV) plant are the largest in the region.
The National Renewable Energy Program (NREP) of the DOE for 2011-2030 lists the RE-based
installation target capacity addition as summarized in Table A4.2 (a).
Table A4.2 (a) RE Capacity Addition
*Image taken from the National Renewable Energy Program (2011-2030)
For the purposes of FIT mechanism, the DOE approved in June 2011 the installation targets for the
next three years for the RE technologies entitled to FIT with a total of 760 MW divided among RE
types. Subsequently, the ERC approved in July 2012 the FIT Rates. Table A4.2 (b) shows the
DOE website: www.doe.gov.ph/ER/Renenergy.htm

DOE list of Existing Plants as of May 2013
4
Renewable Energy Plans and Programs (2011-2030)
3
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installation targets for FIT eligible RE technologies with the corresponding FIT rate as well as how
much capacity is included in the TDP.
Table A4.2 (b) Installation Targets for FIT Eligible RE Technologies
TECHNOLOGY
Run-of-river hydro
Biomass
Solar PV
Wind
Ocean
CAPACITY
250 MW
250 MW
50 MW
200 MW
10 MW
FIT-RATE
(Php/kWh)
5.90
6.63
9.68
8.53
CAPACITY INCLUDED IN
TDP
149.1 MW
107.5 MW
115 MW
651.5 MW
none
Likewise, as of 31 December 2013, the total awarded projects of the DOE totalled to 6,065 MW for
which only 2,330 MW has been installed, as shown in Table A4.2(c)
RESOURCES
Hydro Power
Ocean Energy
Geothermal
Wind
Solar
Biomass
Sub-Total
TOTAL
Table A4.2(c) Awarded Projects under Renewable Energy (RE) Law

AWARDED PROJECTS
POTENTIAL CAPACITY MW
INSTALLED CAPACITY MW
Grid-Use
Own-Use
Grid-Use
Own-Use
Grid-Use
Own-Use
264
1
3,861.12
1.50
131.22
7
25.00
42
870.00
1,847.69
40
1
1,887.50
0.006
33.00
56
5
1,012.21
1.594
39
24
256.40
33.30
154.95
172.18
448
31
7,912.23
36.40
2,166.86
172.18
479
7,948.63
2,339.04
A4.3 Transmission Planning for RE: Philippine Scenario

In developing transmission expansion plans for the grid, every project included in the TDP is
evaluated to meet the following objectives:
a. Ensure the reliability and stability of the grid
b. Grid demand requirements are met by available supply
c. Minimize the cost of transmission investments passed-through to end-consumers
d. Minimize the cost of energy by providing more opportunities for competition and mitigating
market congestions
The RE Act of 2008 further highlights these objectives. The load variations to be introduced by
intermittent RE resources such as wind farms and solar PV systems will pose new challenges in
ensuring the reliability and stability of the grid. Accommodating RE resources which will require
network investments has to be balanced with the aim of minimizing impact on end-consumers.
Investments on transmission network must be implemented in a timely manner to support what is
envisioned in the RE Act of 2008. As these new considerations are brought to the fore, new policies
and regulations that will guide the stakeholders must also be established.
The RE Act of 2008 provisions relating to the associated transmission and connection facilities for
RE are in themselves not self-executing. The RE Act provides that the ERC shall formulate and
promulgate FIT system which shall include priority connections for RE sources. In 2010, the ERC
issued Resolution No. 16 which establishes the FIT system and regulates the method of
establishing and approving the FIT and the Feed-In-Tariff Allowance (FIT-All).
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Section 2.7 of Resolution 16 allows eligible RE plants to enjoy priority connection to the
transmission or distribution system, as the case may be, subject to their compliance with the
pertinent standards and ERC rules governing such connection. Connections are governed by
ERC-issued policies on asset boundary and various rulings. Transmission investments should
conform to the Rules for Setting Transmission Wheeling Rates and the principles contained therein,
the optimization principle among one of them. With the expected growth of the RE industry, the
required mechanism and strategies that will guide NGCP and RE developers must be in place
soon. Identification of the overhead transmission line routes needed in the long term as identified in
the TDP and PDP is necessary to be reserved and acquired before open spaces become
unavailable due to rapid urbanization.
A4.4 Activities by NGCP
Considering the installation targets of the DOE, NGCP is preparing for the bulk entry of variable
renewable energy (VRE), which are considered as must dispatch under the RE Law. These VREs
are location specific, naturally difficult to precisely predict the availability of the resource making it
thereby the energy generated variable, unpredictable and irregular and the availability is inherently
uncontrollable. These power plants utilize wind, solar, run-of-river hydro or ocean energy.
Based from international experience and research, wind farms and solar PV poses distinctive
challenges to the operation and planning of the network at significant amounts of integration. With
this, NGCP is focused on the integration of wind farms and solar PVs to the grid. With reference to
the NREP of the DOE in which more than 2,000 MW installed capacity targeted to be
commissioned by 2030, NGCP is working to address the challenges in integrating these VREs to
the grid. These challenges include: establishment of required transmission facilities, technical and
operational performance, and variability of power generation.
To be capable of handling various challenges with the integration of RE into the grid, NGCP sends
its personnel to comprehensive and rigorous trainings locally and abroad to ensure that it acquires
the expertise, thus competent to adapt and convey the technologies that will power the countrys
future. It actively participates in workshops structured by the DOE-GIZ, World Bank, Siemens,
Vestas, Centre for Wind Energy Technology in India and other groups pursuing the development
RE.
NGCP also strives to further keep up with its commitment to provide reliable power transmission
service through its efforts in preparing the Grid Connection Requirements (GCR) for RE, for wind
farms and solar PV systems in particular. With the proposed GCR, NGCP is hopeful that provisions
for integration of RE into the transmission network will be incorporated to the amended Philippine
Grid Code (PGC). In February 2013, the addendum to the PGC which contains the provision for
VRE, particularly wind farms and solar PV, was approved by the ERC. It contains the much needed
requirements for VRE with respect to the grid connection, planning and operation.
In addition to the long-term concerns associated with transmission expansion planning, NGCP also
has to resolve the short-term planning issues associated with the entry of RE power plants. These
issues include, among others, the provision of ancillary services to manage the net variability of the
grid. To resolve these, NGCP conducts studies, specifically the Renewable Energy Integration
Study (REIS), to determine the maximum penetration limit of VRE to ensure safety and reliability of
electricity transmission under the RE Law. The primary goal of this study is to analyze the impact of
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integrating VRE to the demand-supply balance of the grid by comparing the net variability of the
system with the availability of regulating reserves.
Finally, NGCP ensures close and active participation with the different power industry stakeholders
as they formulate additional rules to accommodate the entry of these RE resources. NGCP also
guarantee its commitment to continuous research and studies to ensure the safety and security of
the grid.
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Appendix 5 Climate Change Adaptation Measures in the 2013 Transmission Development

Plan
NGCP supports the seven Strategic Action Plans under the National Climate Change Action Plan
(NCCAP) formulated by the Climate Change Commission (CCC). Specifically, NCCAP Strategic
Actions on Sustainable Energy for 2011 to 2018, highlights the following facts:
a) The Philippines is facing formidable challenge of developing sustainable clean energy
options to support the requirements of economic and social development with minimal
adverse effects on the environment;
b) The country continues to rely on importation to meet energy demand. Based on the 2010
DOE data, the country imports an average of 300,000 barrels per day of crude oil and
petroleum products and more than three quarters of its coal consumption;
c) The countrys total energy sufficiency, however, has been increasing from 48 % in 2001 to
59% in 2009 due to the increase in renewable energy production; and
d) Environmental sustainability and energy security are the twin energy challenges caused by
the countrys economic growth and rapid urbanization. The energy sector is a major source of
greenhouse gas emissions, whereas the transport and electricity generation are the biggest
Green House Gas (GHG) emitters.
The NCCAP further emphasized that the energy sector has to respond to significant changes in
demand due to fluctuation in temperature and weather condition to ensure that energy systems are
able to adapt to the impacts of climate change. Climate-proofing and rehabilitation of energy
systems infrastructures is one of the four priorities identified to address the climate change
issues of the energy sector.
In the Transmission Sector, considering the economic lives 5 of transmission infrastructures being
implemented by NGCP, the following are the details of climate change adaptation initiatives in
support to the NCCAP:
a) The maximum wind velocity design of overhead transmission lines (OHTL) support structures
is based on three wind zones: Zone 1 (270 kph), Zone 2 (240 kph) and Zone 3 (160 kph). The
areas under a particular wind zone are shown in Table A1 of Appendix A, 2008 Philippine
Electrical Code (PEC) Part 2. In view of the increasing frequency of super typhoons that hit
various areas in the country in the past decade, NGCP will be increasing the maximum
velocity design of support structures for all OHTL including substation take-off towers and
other support structures;
b) In the transmission line route selection process, careful evaluation are undertaken to avoid
areas prone to flood, with steep slopes prone to soil erosions, and with sufficient distance
from fishponds, rivers, lakes, swamps and seashores; and
Under the Performance-Based Regulation (PBR), the economic lives of transmission assets ranges from 15 to
50 years (depending on the type of assets, e.g., transmission lines, substations, protection and
communication facilities, etc.)
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c) For substation sites, the risk of flood or flash flood are carefully assessed, while avoiding
areas that are considered possible sources of pollutions, e,g., industrial plant/buildings that
generate polluted gases, storage areas for explosive or inflammable materials, bulk oil
storage tanks and oil/gas pipelines. If necessary, close proximity to seashores are also
avoided to prevent or minimize corrosions and depletion or failure of insulations of substation
equipment.
Furthermore, NGCP selects overhead transmission line route and substation site that has minimal
effect on human settlement or as much as possible, minimize the removal of vegetation or cutting
of trees.
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Appendix 6 Existing Island Interconnection

In 2005, two major interconnection projects were completed: the Leyte-Cebu Upgrading (additional
185 MW) and the Cebu-Mactan Interconnection (200 MW). In February 2007, the Cebu-Negros
Interconnection Uprating was completed, providing an additional 180 MW capacity between the
islands.
Figure 10.1 - Existing Island Interconnection
152
Appendix 7 Ideal Locations of Power Plants

To serve as a guide for generation investors, this section identifies the substations where new
power plants may connect without the need for any significant transmission reinforcement. These
recommended connection points, however, should be viewed from a transmission planning
perspective and are based on the capability of the existing grid and already considering the
completion of ERC-approved projects for the 3rd Regulatory Period and without consideration on
the following other requirements in generation location siting, particularly for the non-site specific
plants: (a) fuel supply/transport; (b) topology/geology of site; (c) accessibility; (d) availability of
area; (e) availability of cooling water; (f) fresh water supply; (g) security; and (h)
environmental/social concerns.
Figure 10.2 - Ideal Locations of Power Plants in Luzon
153
Figure 10.3 - Ideal Locations of Power Plants in the Visayas
Figure 10.4 - Ideal Locations of Power Plants in Mindanao
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Appendix 8 Residual Substransmission Assets (ANNEX A of ERC Resolution No. 04,

Series of 2013)
RSTAs (Connecting two or more DUs) with ongoing negotiations
ITEM
Assets
1
EPZA-Mariveles*
2
Tuguegarao-Tabuk 69 kV line*
3
Balogo substation equipment switchbay 69kV indoor CB feeder
Limay-PEZA
Batangas-Bolbok-CIP 69kV line*
Batangas S/S 69 kV Termination (58BS12)
69 kV Power Circuit Breaker (58BS12)

Switchbay 13.8 kV single CB bay with 1 breaker feeder
Switchbay 13.8 kV single CB bay with 1 breaker feeder protection
Bolbok-Bauan 13.8 kV line
Bolbok Substation Equipment
DUs Connected
PENELCO and EPZA
CAGELCO I and KAELCO
SORECO I and SORECO
II
PENELCO and PEZA
MERALCO and FIRST

BAY
Site Establishment
10 MVA 69/13.8 kV, 3Phase Transformer 1
13.8 kV Insulated Switchgear
Switchbay 13.8 kV indoor CB bay with 1 breaker feeder
Switchbay 13.8 kV indoor CB bay with 1 breaker feeder protection
Batangas-Mabini-Cuenca 69kV line
6
7
8
10
11
12
69 kV Power Circuit Breaker (57BS8)

Switchbay 13.8 kV single CB bay with 1 breaker feeder
Switchbay 13.8 kV single CB bay with 1 breaker feeder protection
Lugait-Carmen 69 kV
Batangas-Ibaan-Rosario 69 kV line*
Compostela-Consolacion 69kV (Portion 2)*
Compostela S/S 69 kV Equipment
1-50 MVA 138/69/13.8 kV Transformer
4-69 kV Power Circuit Breaker
18-69 kV Current Transformer
9-69 kV Potential Transformer
2-SwBay 69 kV single CB bay with 1 breaker, b section protection
2-SwBay 69 kV single CB bay with 1 breaker, b section
2-SwBay 69 kV single CB bay with 1 breaker, feeder protection
2-SwBay 69 kV single CB bay with 1 breaker, feeder
1-SwBay 69 kV single CB bay with 1 breaker, feeder
1-SwBay 69 kV single CB bay with 1 breaker, feeder protection Site
Establishment
Type 4-69
Bacolod-San Enrique 69 kV line
Talisay-VMC 69 kV
Calung-Calung S/S equipment
Transformer-two winding 30 MVA
3-69 kV Potential Transformer
Switchbay 13.8 kV single CB bay with 1 CB feeder
Switchbay 13.8 kV single CB bay with 1 CB protection
Talavera-Asturias 69 kV line
MERALCO, FIRST BAY

and BATELEC II
MORESCO I and
CEPALCO
MERALCO and IEEC
CEBECO II and VECO
NOCECO and CENECO

CENECO and VRESCO
BEZ and CEBECO III
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ITEM
14
15
16
17
Assets
Aplaya-Solana (Jasaan) 69 kV line*
Jasaan-Balingasag (17 km remaining portion)
Aplaya S/S 52 AP4 Breaker*
Bingcunga-Madaum
Naguilian-Reina Mercedes
Santiago-Aglipay
San Esteban-Batong Buhay
18
Mexico-Clark line I and line II*
13
19
20
Naga 69 kV S/S Equipment

7-Voltage Transformer
3-SwBay 69 kV 1 bay with 3 breaker
3-SwBay 69 kV 1 bay with 3 breaker, protection
2-SwBay 138 kV single CB bay with 0 breaker, transf
2-SwBay 138 kV single CB bay with 0 breaker, transf protection Site
Establishment type 3-69
Tolosa-Mabuhay
Milagro-Tunga
Sogod-St. Bernard
Sogod Maasin
Tunga Palo
Mabuhay-Sogod
Milagro-LEYECO V
Milagro-Ormoc
Tam-is-Maasin
Tongonan-Tunga 69 kV line
21
Molave-Polanco*
22
Maco-Mati 69 kV line
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DUs Connected
CAMELCO and
MORESCO II
DANECO and DLPC
ISELCO I and II
ISELCO I and QUIRELCO
ABRECO and ISECO
AEC, PELCO I, PELCO II
and PRESCO
VECO and CEBECO I
LEYECO I, LEYECO II,

LEYECO III, LEYECO IV,
LEYECO V, BILECO and
SOLECO
ZANECO and
ZAMSURECO II
DORECO and DANECO
RSTAs (connecting two or more DUs) with pending approval with the Commission
ITEM
Assets
DUs Connected
ZAMECO I and ZAMECO
II
Botolan-Castillejos
Tuguegarao-Alcala 69 kV line (Str 1-236)

Alcala-Magapit-Camalaniugan (Str 237-568)
Magapit-Sta. Teresita
Sta. Teresita-Sta. Ana
CAGELCO I and
CAGELCO II
Mangaldan-Manaoag 69 kV line
DENCORP and
CENPELCO
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
Mactan LoadEnd S/S-GIS 69 kV

TMX/STR #20-MEPZ LoadEnd S/S 69 kV
MECO S/S #1-MECO S/S #3 69 kV
Lemon-Biliran 69 kV line
Isabel-Philphos 138 kV line 1&2
Isabel-PASAR 138 kV line 1&2
Isabel Substation 69 kV Switchbay
Davao-Digos 69 kV
Bingcungan-Tagum 69 kV
Aurora-Ozamis 69 kV line
Batangas-Fortune-PFM 69 kV line*
Makban-Calamba 69 kV line protection (Makban side)
Sto. Tomas-Tanauan 69 kV T/L
Makban S/S 69 kV Termination (56BM4)
Tagoloan (Natumulan)-BUSECO
Kibawe-Maramag-Aglayan
Maramag-Pulangi Lateral
Dasmarinas-Abubot-Rosario 115 kV line
Rosario substation equipment
MECO and MEZ

LEYECO V and BILECO
LEYECO V and PEZA
DASURECO and DLPC
DANECO and DLPC
MOELCI I and MOELCI II
MERALCO and BATELEC
II
FIBECO and BUSECO

MERALCO and CEZ
*Originally excluded from NGCPs RAB in the 3rd Regulatory Period Final Determination
157
Appendix 9 Grid Development Map

The maps shown below are intended to give an overview of the long-term blueprint for the
transmission expansion and upgrading for Luzon, the Visayas and Mindanao. The key inputs in
this long-term plan consist of the projected demand forecast and the generation capacity
expansion program adopted from the DOE with the vision of having a unified grid.
Northern Luzon 230 kV

Backbone
Western Luzon 500 kV

Backbone
Metro Manila 500 kV

Backbone Loop
2
3
Batangas-Mindoro
Interconnection
Leyte-Mindanao
Interconnection
5
Cebu-Negros-Panay
230 kV Backbone
7
Energization of Mindanao
Backbone to 230 kV
Figure 10.5 Long-term Grid Development Plan
158
Aligned with the long-term development plan, it is foreseen that the projects listed in Figure 10.6
will be completed by 2023. However, the implementations of these projects which are segments of
backbone transmission systems, are subject to ERC approval.
Northern Luzon 230 kV

Backbone
Tuguegarao (La-lo) Magapit
230 kV T/L
Western Luzon 500 kV

2
Backbone
-Hermosa-Castillejos 500 kV T/L
Batangas-Mindoro
Interconnection
Metro Manila 500 kV Backbone Loop

Baras (Antipolo) 500 kV S/S
Baras (Antipolo)-Taguig 500 kV T/L
(initially energized at 230 kV)
Dasmarias-Taguig 500 kV T/L
Leyte-Mindanao
Interconnection
5
Cebu-Negros-Panay 230 kV
Backbone
Backbone (Stage 1)
Backbone (Stage 2)
Legend:
For Completion within 4th
RP (2016-2020)
For Completion beyond
4th RP
7
Energization of Mindanao
Backbone to 230 kV
Figure 10.6 Grid Development Plan by 2023
159
Appendix 10 Abbreviations and Acronyms

Development Plans:
DDP
NREP
PDP
PEP
TDP
TMP
Distribution Development Plan

National Renewable Energy Program
Power Development Program
Philippine Energy Plan
Transmission Development Plan
Transmission Master Plan
Electric Cooperatives:
ABRECO
AKELCO
ALECO
BENECO
BUSECO
CAPELCO
CASURECO
CENECO
DORELCO
FIBECO
GUIMELCO
ILECO
INEC
ISECO
ISELCO
LANECO
LEYECO
MOPRECO
MORESCO
NOCECO
NORECO
NORSAMELCO
OMECO
ORMECO
PELCO
SAMELCO
SOLECO
SORECO
SURSECO
SURNECO
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Abra Electric Cooperative

Aklan Electric Cooperative
Albay Electric Cooperative
Benguet Electric Cooperative
Bukidnon Electric Cooperative
Capiz Electric Cooperative
Camarines Sur Electric Cooperative
Central Negros Electric Cooperative
Don Orestes Romuladez Elect Cooperative
First Bukidnon Electric Cooperative
Gimaras Electric Cooperative
Iloilo Electric Cooperative
Ilocos Norte Electric Cooperative
Ilocos Sur Electric Cooperative
Isabela Electric Cooperative
Lanao Electric Cooperative
Leyte Electric Cooperative
Mountain Province Electric Cooperative
Misamis Oriental Electric Cooperative
Negros Occidental Electric Cooperative
Negros Oriental Electric Cooperative
Northern Samar Electric Cooperative
Occidental Mindoro Electric Cooperative
Oriental Mindoro Electric Cooperative
Pampanga Electric Cooperative
Samar Electric Cooperative
Southern Leyte Electric Cooperative
Sorsogon Electric Cooperative
Surigao del Sur Electric Cooperative
Surigao del Norte Electric Cooperative
VRESCO
VMC Rural Electric Cooperative
Electricity Market:
IMEM
PEMC
WESM
Interim Mindanao Electricity Market

Philippine Electricity Market Corporation
Wholesale Electricity Spot Market
Government Oversight/Regulatory Agencies:

ERC
DOE
GMC
NEDA
PSALM
TRANSCO
Energy Regulatory Commission

Department of Energy
Grid Management Committee
National Economic & Development Authority
Power Sector Assets & Liabilities Management
National Transmission Corporation
Legal, Environmental and Other Requirements:

CCAP
CCC
EPIRA
IMS
OSHAS
PGC
QMS
RE Law
Climate Change Action Plan

Climate Change Commission
Electric Power Industry Reform Act
Integrated Management System
Occupational Health & Safety
Philippine Grid Code
Quality Management System
Renewable Energy Law
Power Generating Companies:

CEDC
GN Power
FGHPC
KEPCO
KSPC
MAEC
PCPC
PEDC
QPPL
RP Energy
SMCPC
TAREC
Cebu Energy Development Corporation

General Nakar Power
First Gen Hydro Power Corporation
Korea Electric Power Corporation
KEPCO SPC Power Corporation
Mirae Asia Power Corporation
Palm Concepcion Power Corporation
Panay Energy Development Corporation
Quezon Power Philippines Limited
Redondo Peninsula Energy
San Miguel Consolidated Power Corporation
Trans-Asia Renewable Energy Corporation
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Power Plants:
CCPP
CFPP
DPP
GPP
HEPP
LNG
NGPP
RE
Solar PV
Combined Cycle Power Plant

Coal-Fired Power Plant
Diesel Power Plant
Geothermal Power Plant
Hydro Electric Plant
Liquified Natural Gas
Natural Gas Power Plant
Renewable Energy
Solar Photovoltaic
Private Distribution Utilities:

CEPALCO
DLPC
MERALCO
SFELAPCO
Cagayan Electric Power & Light Company

Davao Light and Power Corporation
Manila Electric Company
San Fernando Electric Light and Power Company
Regions/Areas:
CBD
NCR
NCMA
NEMA
NWMA
SEMA
SOCCSKSARGEN
SRP
SWMA
Central Business District

National Capital Region
North Central Mindanao Area
North Eastern Mindanao Area
North Western Mindanao Area
South Eastern Mindanao Area
South Cotabato, Cotabato, Sultan
Kudarat, Sarrangani & Gen Santos
South Road Properties
South Western Mindanao Area
Regulatory:
ASAI
CA
CC/RSTC
ConA
CSI
FD
FIT
FOT / 100 Ckt-km
OATS
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Ancillary Services Availability Indicator

Connection Assets
Connection Charges/Residual Subtransmission Charges
Congestion Availability
Customer Satisfaction Indicator
Final Determination
Feed-in-Tariff
Frequency of Tripping per 100 circuit-km
Open Access Transmission Service
PA
PBR
RAB
RSTA
RTWR
SA
SEIL
SISI
Provisional Authority
Performance-Based Ratemaking
Regulatory Asset Base
Residual Sub-transmission Assets
Rules for Setting Transmission Wheeling
Rate
System Availability
Std. Equipment Identification & Labeling
System Interruption Severity Index
Supply-Demand and Investment:

AAGCR
CAPEX
CR
DR
FRR
GDP
GRDP
SPD
Annual Average Compounded Growth

Rate
Capital Expenditures
Contingency Reserve
Dispatchable Reserve
Frequency Regulating Reserve
Gross Domestic Product
Gross Regional Domestic Product
System Peak Demand
Transmission Service Provider:

NGCP
National Grid Corporation of the

Philippines
Transmission System/Projects:
ACSR
ACSR/AS
AIS
CTS
CS
EHV
ETC
GIS
HVAC
HVDC
MCM
OHTL
O&M
PCB
Aluminum Cable Steel Reinforced

Aluminum Cable Steel Reinforced/
Aluminum-clad Steel
Air Insulated Switchgear
Cable Terminal Station
Converter Station
Extra High Voltage
Expected Target Completion
Gas Insulated Switchgear
High Voltage Alternating Current
High Voltage Direct Current
Thousand Circular Mills
Overhead Transmission Line
Operation and Maintenance
Power Circuit Breaker
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ROW
SACS
SO
SCADA
SIS
SPD
SPS
SP-SC
SP-DC
ST-SC
ST-DC
S/S
TACSR
T/L
Right-of-Way
Substation Automation Control System
System Operations
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition
System Impact Study
System Peak Demand
Special Protection System
Steel Pole Single Circuit
Steel Pole Double Circuit
Steel Tower Single Circuit
Steel Pole Double Circuit
Substation
Thermal Aluminum Cable Steel
Reinforced
Transmission Line
Unit of Measure:
ckt-km
km
kV
MVA
MVAR
MW
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Circuit-kilometer
kilometer
kilo-Volt
Mega-Volt Ampere
Mega-Volt Ampere Reactive
Mega-Watt
Appendix 11 Contact Details

1. For all general inquiries regarding the TDP and for making written submissions in respect
to network projects described in Chapters 5 to 9, you may contact any of the following:
Mr. Yu Haihong
Head
Transmission Planning Department
Tel:
Fax:
E-mail:
63 2 9812555
63 2 9284456
yuhaihong@ngcp.ph
Mr. Redi Allan B. Remoroza

Deputy Head of TPD / Head
Luzon System Planning Division
Tel:
Fax:
E-mail:
63 2 9812532
63 2 9284456
rbremoroza@ngcp.ph
Mr. Christian B. Ereo

Head
Visayas System Planning Division
Tel:
Fax:
E-mail:
63 2 9812535
63 2 9284456
cbereno@ngcp.ph
Mr. Fernando S. Javier

Head
Mindanao System Planning Division
Tel:
Fax:
E-mail:
63 2 9812630
63 2 9284456
fsjavier@ngcp.ph
Mr. Vicente N. Loria

Head
Research and Special Studies Division
Tel:
Fax:
E-mail:
63 2 9812587
63 2 9284456
vnloria@ngcp.ph
2. For inquiries relating to load forecast information, you may contact:

Mr. Armando A. Pagayon
Head
Regulatory Planning & Research
Tel:
Fax:
E-mail:
63 2 9812533
63 2 9281861
aapagayon@ngcp.ph
3. For inquiries relating to transmission services, you may contact:

Mr. Philip DV. Dasalla
Head
Network Access Customer
Accounts Services Division
Tel:
Fax:
E-mail:
63 2 9812595
63 2 9281861
pddasalla@ngcp.ph
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6.5.2.13 Calabarzon Substations Upgrading .................................................................. 79

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8.5.1 Balo-i-Villanueva-Maramag-Bunawan 230 kV Energization....................................... 110

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1.2 Content Overview

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Volume I consists of ten chapters.

provides an overview of NGCP organization and operation as transmission

discusses the steps in the TDP Preparation Process;

presents the latest demand projections and generation capacity addition

enumerates the projects that were completed from 01 January 2011 to 31

discusses transmission outlook for 2014-2023 including the approach in the

contains different appendices that include discussions on relevant topics

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CHAPTER 2: TDP Volume 1 Preparation Process

Figure 2.1 - TDP Preparation Process

2.2 Description of Each Step

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Step 2: Coordination with Customers and other Stakeholders

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Step 5: Submission of the TDP Final Report to the DOE

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CHAPTER 3: Assessment of Transmission System

SUBSTATION CAPACITY (IN MVA)

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3.2 Dependable Capacity Mix

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Power Plant Type / Fuel

RE-Based Power Plants

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3.3 Features of the Transmission System

Figure 3.3 Northern Transmission Corridor

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Other underlying paths are the 230 kV transmission lines:

Figure 3.4 Southern Transmission Corridor

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Figure 3.5 Metro Manila Transmission Network

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Eastern Visayas Area

Central Visayas Area (District

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3.4 Overall System Need Assessment

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CHAPTER 4: Demand Projections and Capacity Additions

4.2 TDP Power Demand Projection