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'Lifeline' subsidized-power program could expand with more consumers being classified as eligible
November 06, 2025
|Business World Philippines
MORE low-income electricity consumers could be admitted to the power subsidy program with the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) considering adjustments to the eligibility threshold for availing of “lifeline” rates.
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In a statement on Wednesday, the ERC said it is conducting consultations on a proposed uniform national lifeline subsidy rate which will expand the coverage of the Lifeline Subsidy Program.
Under the proposal, qualified end-users consuming 50 kilowatt hours (kWh) per month or less will get a 100% discount on their electricity bills.
Qualified beneficiaries of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) whose power consumption does not exceed the 50-kWh threshold will automatically be enrolled in the program and enjoy the lifeline rate.
According to Republic Act No. 9136 or the Electric Power Industry Reform Act, the ERC must offer subsidized electricity to qualified low-income consumers unable to pay their electricity bills at full cost.
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