THE National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) announced a slight reduction in overall transmission rates for end-consumers in their October 2025 electric bills.
According to NGCP public relation affairs officer Elizabeth Ladaga, the decrease is attributed to reductions in ancillary service and transmission wheeling rates.
The overall average transmission rate dropped by 1.23% to P1.3998/kWh from P1.4171/kWh in August.
This reduction is expected to provide some relief to consumers.
NGCP’s transmission wheeling rates, which cover the core service of delivering electricity, decreased by 0.84% to P0.5920/kWh.
The transmission wheeling rate decrease from P0.5970/kWh in August to P0.5920/kWh in September will likely impact consumers' bills.
Ancillary Services (AS) rates, which cover pass-through costs for services sourced from the Reserve Market and providers with bilateral contracts, dropped by 1.70% to P0.6546/kWh.
For the October 2025 electric bill, NGCP charges 59 centavos per kWh for the delivery of its services.
AS rates still account for the bulk of transmission charges. NGCP clarified that it does not earn from AS rates, as these are remitted directly to generating companies.
The rate reduction varies by region. Luzon saw a decrease of P0.0385 per kWh, while Mindanao experienced a decrease of P0.0625 per kWh. In contrast, the Visayas region saw an increase of P0.1458 per kWh.
NGCP explained that the adjustment reflects ongoing cost movements in the electricity market and aims to ensure fair and transparent transmission billing for end-users.
The company emphasized that its transmission facilities are prepared for major earthquakes, including those in Metro Manila.
The reduction in transmission rates is expected to provide some relief to consumers.
NGCP’s efforts to adjust rates according to market movements demonstrate its commitment to fair and transparent billing practices.
The decrease in transmission rates may have a positive impact on the energy sector.
With lower transmission costs, electricity bills may become more manageable for consumers, potentially leading to increased energy consumption and economic growth.
The NGCP’s announcement of a slight reduction in transmission rates for October 2025 electric bills brings good news to consumers.
With a decrease in transmission wheeling rates and Ancillary Services rates, consumers can expect some relief in their electricity bills.
