MORE Electric and Power Corporation (MORE Power) has announced a minor adjustment in residential electricity rates for July 2025, assuring its customers that the increase is minimal and accompanied by some positive energy-sourcing developments.
In an advisory released recently, the distribution utility said that this month’s average residential rate has moved to P10.6149 per kilowatt-hour (kWh)—a modest P0.09 increase from last month’s P10.5249.
The company attributed the uptick primarily to higher transmission charges, which were pushed upward by industry-wide increases in the cost of ancillary services from the Reserve Market. These charges, which help maintain the stability of the power grid, are regulated and beyond the control of local distributors like MORE Power.
Despite this, MORE Power emphasized that generation charges have actually gone down, offering some relief to consumers. The reduction stems from a downward adjustment credited to the company and strategic procurement from the Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM). This move highlights MORE Power’s active efforts to seek cost-effective energy sources.
“We understand how sensitive power rates are to every household,” MORE Power said. “That’s why we’re doing everything we can to soften the blow of unavoidable increases, while delivering more reliable, stable, and responsive service.”
For many Iloilo City residents, even minor fluctuations in utility rates can impact household budgeting. MORE Power acknowledged this and reaffirmed its commitment to transparency, value, and customer-first energy solutions.
“As we navigate the evolving energy landscape together, our goal remains clear: to ensure that every peso you spend brings greater value to your home and daily life,” the company added.
The announcement reflects MORE Power’s ongoing balance of fiscal responsibility, operational efficiency, and customer care, which has earned the continued trust of its over 100,000-strong customer base in Iloilo City.
