To : All Generation Companies

From : Secretary Alfonso G. Cusi

Subject : Ensuring Reliable and Stable Electric Power Supply During the Government's COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout Program

Date : March 02, 2021

In view of the Government's COVID-19 Vaccination Rollout Program by the end of the first quarter of 2021, the DOE hereby enjoins all Generation Companies, including Government Owned and Controlled Corporations and private sector-operated and/or -owned generation facilities, to undertake the following actions:

1. Ensure availability of generating facilities at the maximum dependable capacity;
2. Compliance with the Grid Operating and Maintenance Program for 2021;
3. Manage the water reservoir to have optimal production of hydroelectric power plants when they are most needed;
4. Secure adequate fuel supplies and maintain reasonable fuel inventories;
5. Arrange for back-up personnel in power plants and additional maintenance crew to assist in case of emergencies;
6. Augment security forces in major power plant installations, as needed;
7. Ensure that healthcare facilities in cases of power outages;
8. Provide necessary support for COVID-19 vaccine cold storage facilities and healthcare facilities installing their own back-up power supply, as needed; and
9. Coordinate with concerned Local Government Units regarding the locations/stations of cold storage facilities for COVID-19 vaccines.

For guidance and strict compliance. Thank you.