Republic of the Philippines

Bicol University

EXTENSION MANAGEMENT DIVISION

Legazpi City

Sustainability Issues on the Electric Distribution in Albay

FROM BROWNOUT TO BLACKOUT: THE ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION ISSUE IN

ALBAY

(Activity Proposal)
Event Topic: Sustainability Issues on the Electric Distribution in Albay

Webinar Title: From Brown Out to Black Out: The Electricity Distribution Issue in Albay

Speaker/s:

Atty. Bartolome Rayco

President, ALECO Multi Sectoral Stakeholders Organization

Mr. Apolinario Alvarez

Chief Operating Officer, Albay Power and Energy Corp.

Proponents: Students of AB Political Science and Political Science Club

Target Partner Organizations:

Bicol University - Political Science Club

Buklod Bicol University

Bicol University Leaders: League of Democrats

Bicol University League of Liberal Reformists: Reporma

Bicol University UNESCO Club

Bicol University Pre-Med Society

Bicol University Pre-Law Society

Target Participants: BU-CSSP Political Science Students, interested students of Bicol

University, Residents of Barangay Bitano, Legazpi Albay
Target Platforms: Zoom Video Communications and Facebook Live

Target Date: November 15, 2022

I. Rationale

The row between Albay Power and Energy Corporation (APEC) and the
Albay Electric Cooperative (ALECO) for the distribution rights in Albay have
been considered one of the major issues among the province. It poses a potential
threat to the sustainability and consistency of access to electricity among its
residents.
The potential distribution takeover of ALECO reintroduces the concerns
of the proficiency of the once failed cooperative in managing the electricity
distribution in Albay. This issue is in line with the constant problem of many
power cooperatives in the Philippines who often fail in managing their financial
capacity and maintaining its independence from political manipulation. With
this, the Political Science Block 4-B of Bicol University will spearhead a
webinar discussing and exploring the issue. This endeavor will try to provide
clarity on the issues of depoliticization and improvement in the power
distribution system in Albay. The topic is essential in addressing the growing
necessity among all people particularly in this age of digitalization and the
Fourth Industrial Revolution.

I. Objectives

Specifically, the event aims to:

a. Explore the issues and challenges revolving around the cooperative system
and its sustainability to cater quality service
b. Identify the long-term measures of the cooperative to sustain the power
distribution system in Albay, where are we headed?
II. Program Flow

ACTIVITY TIME

Admission Of Participants 8:45 A.M.

Host’s Setting Entry 9:00 A.M.

Prayer, Singing Of The National Anthem 9:05 A.M.

Opening Remarks Of Mr. Amr Solon Sison, 9:10 A.M.

Professor In The Seminar For Special Topics

Introduction Of First Speaker 9:15 A.M.

First Speaker Discussion 9:20 A.M.

Open Discussion With Participants 9:50 A.M.

Introduction Of Second Speaker 10:00 A.M.

Second Speaker Discussion 10:10 A.M.

Open Discussion With Participants 10:20 A.M.

Roundtable Discussion 10:50 A.M.

Reactor’s Takeaway 11:00 A.M.

Presentation Of E-Certificates To First And 11:10 A.M.

Second Speaker
 Words Of Gratitude From Partners And Guests 11:15 A.M.
(External Committee)

Photo Opportunity 11:20 A.M.

Closing Remarks 11:25 A.M.

Bu Hymn 11:30 A.M.

III. Organizing Committee

Committee Task In-charge

Overall Head Kirby Franz Laguna

Co-Head Badette Panaligan

Executive Heads Richegeil Marie Yanson

Veronica Belano
Frances Kelly Arboleda
Christine Joy Javier
Ma. Nicole Villa

Secretariat and Delegate Relations Head:

Richegeil Marie S. Yanson
Members:
Sophia Gonzales
Julienne Zen Vicente
Omar Aculan
Aubrie Joy Brono
Kimberly Grutas
 Divine Paula Bio
Naen Perez
Liezren Miranda
John Rupert Nacion

Public Relations/External Committee Head:

Veronica Belano
Members:
Pauline Jane Olavario
Mariel Mabilin
Charmis Abila
Kirby Franz Laguna
Joyce Erica Segovia
Chaldean Funtanares
Mary Jane Marinay
Baby Jean Bello
Mariz Biton

Multimedia and Communications Head:

Frances Kelly Arboleda
Members:
Giselle Arias
Cezar Nacita
Tea Narra Lacsamana
Cristelle Ruth Gabion
Al Francis Alim
Nyah Mae Balbin
Lalaine Gracera
Patricia Mae Boneo

Local Operations Head:

 Christine Joy Javier

Members:
Jerome Taopo
Aldrich Cantoria
Czar Angeles
Ian Pereyra
Lee Ross Atanante
Karl Barcela
Piolo Jazul
Jubille Artillero
Michael Jaucian

Finance Committee Head:

Ma. Nicole Villa
Members:
Wendylene Doctolero
Erika Atillo
Christopher Deinla
Almira Bragais
Donna Angeli Madelar
Jhan Mae Astillero
Aimee Yuri Mediavillo
Ronie Obena
Allyana Milano
 I. Budgetary Requirements

Particulars Quantity Price Total

Printing of Letters 5 2 10

Certificates (with 2 80 160

certificate holder)

Technical Provider - - -
(Zoom Video
Communications)

Tokens for the 2 200 400

Guest Speakers

Prizes 3 50 150

Freight charges 2 100 200

Contingency Fund - 100 100

Total: 1020
I. Approval Sheet:

Prepared:

DR. CESAR A. ARAO KIRBY FRANZ J. LAGUNA

Department Head President, BA Political Science 4-A

PROF. AMR SOLON SISON BERNADETTE PANALIGAN

PSC, Adviser PSC, President

Reviewed and Endorsed by College/Unit Extension Review Committee:

MA. VIDA TERESA O. SALES, PhD SIPRONIO A, BELARDO, PhD

Chairperson, Social Work Department Chairperson, Psychology Department

ANGELO C. UCLARAY, RSW, MSW

Extension Coordinator

ATTY. ALEX B. NEPOMUCENO, Ph.D.

Dean

Reviewed and Endorsed by the BU Extension Review Committee:

ELIZABETH E. ALFANE KALAYAAN C. TRIUNFANTE

Member, BUEMD Review Committee Member, BUEMD Review Committee

MA. CORAZON R. NAZ

Member, BUEMD Review Committee
 Recommending Approval:

PROF. ROWENA F. ZOILO DR. LUIS O. AMANO

Chairperson, BUERC/Director BUEMD VP for Research, Development and Extension

Approved:

ARNULFO M. MASCARIÑAS, PhD

SUC President IV