MANILA, Philippines — The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has ordered Panay Electric Co. Inc. (PECO) to explain the operational lapses uncovered by its inspection team. The findings of the ERC inspection team showed that PECO’s protective devices were not properly rated and designed. The ERC team said some poles were found leaning and in unsafe positions. “PECO must submit its explanation within (15) days from receipt of the commission’s order pursuant to the relevant provisions of the Electric Power Industry Reform Act. We need to accord PECO the opportunity to explain its side before we evaluate the extent of their liability for the operational lapses that were discovered,” Devanadera said.

Source: Philippine Star December 04, 2019 21:56 UTC