Laguna Water and Laguna Aquatech Lead the Way in Power Innovation Outside Metro Manila

Laguna Water and Laguna Aquatech (formerly Laguna Aquatech Resources Corporation - LARC) have made history as the first utilities outside Metro Manila to join the Retail Aggregation Program (RAP)— a groundbreaking initiative by the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) that empowers electricity consumers to collectively choose their power suppliers and negotiate more competitive rates. As non-East Zone operating units of Manila Water in the province of Laguna, both companies have successfully transitioned to RAP, marking a significant milestone in their shared mission to deliver sustainable, cost-efficient, and reliable water services to the communities they serve. The shift to RAP is expected to generate substantial savings on electricity—one of the largest operational costs in water production. These savings will not only help keep water rates affordable but also allow for greater reinvestment in infrastructure, service improvements, and environmental sustainability programs.

"This may be a small and quiet event, but it speaks volumes. It’s a declaration to our regulators and stakeholders that we are working tirelessly to improve operations. Power, when managed responsibly, becomes a tool for operational excellence," said Manila Water President and CEO Jocot De Dios during the ceremonial switch held at Laguna Water’s head office in Santa Rosa, Laguna.

He also emphasized that this is just the beginning, and this is about showing the world how partnerships with utilities and power suppliers can place sustainability at the heart of water operations. Meanwhile, ERC Chairperson and CEO Atty. Monalisa Dimalanta emphasized the significance of the Retail Aggregation Program’s expansion beyond Metro Manila, recognizing the participation of Laguna Water and LARC as a major step toward fostering a more competitive and consumer-oriented power sector. With more entities joining the program, she noted that increased participation strengthens market competition, resulting in better electricity prices and more choices for consumers. Laguna Water, a joint venture between Manila Water Philippine Ventures and the Provincial Government of Laguna, currently serves several municipalities and real estate developments across the province.

While Laguna Aquatech, a partnership between MWPV and the Laguna Water District, manages water systems in Los Baños, Bay, Calauan, Victoria, and Nagcarlan. The RAP transition covers 25 Laguna Aquatech facilities with a combined demand of 900 kW, and 67 Laguna Water facilities totaling 4.3 MW. Both companies will now source electricity from PrimeRES Energy, distributed through Meralco. This pioneering move sets a new benchmark for energy-efficient utility operations, reinforcing Laguna Water and Laguna Aquatech’s commitment to affordability, sustainability, and operational excellence, ensuring a greener, more resilient future for the Lagunenses.

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