The overall residential rate of Davao Light and Power Co., Inc. (Davao Light) for the billing period of July 11 to August 10, 2026 increased by P0.78 per kilowatt-hour (kWh), bringing the rate to P13.09/kWh from P12.30/kWh in the previous billing period. The increase was primarily driven by higher generation charges, particularly the higher cost of electricity purchased from the Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM). Higher spot market prices were mainly caused by the outa

Discovery Samal facing the Davao Gulf. As the first and only luxury convention resort in Mindanao, Discovery Samal needs available and reliable power to welcome guests and operate its 150+ villas and suites, dining outlets, ballroom, function rooms, and resort facilities. With its white sands and crystal waters, the Island Garden City of Samal in the Davao Gulf fits the bill of a relaxing beach escape, if not for the lackluster power situation that has held back its appeal in

Track and Save. Davao Light encourages customers to download and use its free MobileAP application to monitor electricity consumption and manage bills. The app also allows users to view and pay bills conveniently and get information on power outages. An increase in the generation charge, driven by higher Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM) power supply prices, has caused an uptick in the overall residential rate of Davao Light and Power Co., Inc. (Davao Light) for the bi

Davao Light and Power Co., Inc. (Davao Light) clarifies the circumstances surrounding the power interruption that affected several areas in Tagum City on June 13 and extends its apology to customers for the inconvenience caused by the extended outage. The interruption was due to a fault in one of the distribution lines serving the area. Upon receiving reports of the outage, Davao Light immediately dispatched line crews to locate the source of the problem and restore service a

Davao Light and Power Company, Inc. (Davao Light) urges the public to disregard false or misleading information circulating online, and among communities, concerning its operations in the entire province of Davao del Norte. Davao Light’s authority to operate in these areas is anchored on Republic Act No. 12144, which expanded its franchise coverage to the Provinces of Davao del Norte and Davao de Oro. THIS LAW HAS BEEN UPHELD BY THE SUPREME COURT. In addition, the Regional

Davao Light and Power Company, Inc. (Davao Light) welcomes the issuance of the Supplemental Writ of Possession dated May 15, 2026, by the Regional Trial Court Branch 2 of Tagum City. This new decision covers the remaining additional distribution assets in Tagum City and surrounding areas in Davao del Norte, ensuring full and complete take over of operations by Davao Light as granted by Republic Act No. 12144. In its Order, the Court granted to Davao Light the lawful right to

Turn off and unplug. Standby power or phantom load refers to the power used by electrical items when switched off but still plugged in. Though minimal, the unused consumption from television units, computers, gaming consoles, printers, and the like draws power and adds to the monthly bill. Davao Light and Power Co., Inc. (Davao Light) residential customers will see a drop in their electricity bills for the May 2026 billing, mainly due to a lower transmission charge. The overa

On March 25, 2026, the Sheriff of the Regional Trial Court - Tagum Branch 2 formally executed the writ of possession of utility assets in Davao del Norte. Pursuant to a court mandate, the Sheriff took possession of four substations previously operated by the Northern Davao Electric Cooperative (NORDECO), three in Tagum City and one in the Municipality of Asuncion, and will lawfully turn over the possession and control of these assets to Davao Light and Power Company, Inc. (Da

Davao Light and Power Co., Inc. (Davao Light) wishes to clarify recent statements made by the former power distributor in the Island Garden City of Samal (IGACOS). We also urge certain individuals to cease the dissemination of misleading information that serves only to confuse consumers and create unnecessary friction. Davao Light’s mandate as the sole power distributor in IGACOS is firmly established by: Republic Act 12144 , which expanded our franchise area. A Unanimous Sup

Practice Efficient Use of Electricity. Davao Light reminds customers that monthly bills are based on rates and electricity consumption. Even with the rate decrease, high electricity bills are still possible when consumption is high. It is best to make energy efficiency and conservation a habit at home or in the office to avoid bill shock. Davao Light and Power Co., Inc. (Davao Light) customers will experience lower electricity bills this February 2026 due to a decrease in the

Davao Light and Power Co., Inc. (Davao Light) customers will see an increase in their electricity bills received from January 11 to February 10, 2026, due to a higher generation charge. The overall residential rate is P11.7187 per kilowatt-hour (kWh), a P2.0052/kWh increase from P9.7135/kWh last December 2025. This is due to higher power supply prices from the Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM) caused by several power plant outages in the previous month. These outages c

Davao Light’s Accredited Customer Service Centers are now open in the following locations: 📍 PASEO DE ROXAS: Door No. 6 and 7, Ground Floor, Paseo de Roxas Commercial Complex, Roxas Avenue, Brgy. 34-D, Población District, Davao City 👉 https://maps.app.goo.gl/MEbJaoFCa1V1EWSNA 🤝 Service Partner: Trans Pilipinas Power and Automation, Inc. 🕒 Monday - Friday: 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.🕒 Saturday - Sunday and Holidays: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.💡 Caters to:✅ Bills Payment✅ BIR-relat

Davao Light and Power Co., Inc., through its Metering Support Department (MSD), held a gift-giving activity for the elderly at Golden Haven Retirement Homes in Riverside, Calinan, Davao City, on December 11. The activity fostered camaraderie, respect, and faith among MSD team members while sharing care and compassion with the community.

𝐓𝐨 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐨 𝐝𝐞𝐥 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐨 𝐝𝐞 𝐎𝐫𝐨 As we work for a peaceful transition, here is the PRE-REGISTRATION LINK for an efficient and streamlined electricity connection process. https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSfHXtXNAJVQIA.../viewform

Davao Light supports the celebration of the National Energy Consciousness Month with the theme: “Energy for Every Juan: Bawat Bahay May Enerhiya”.

San Pedro Substation. This is the 3D representation of Davao Light’s 43MVA San Pedro Substation in Panabo City, Davao del Norte. It is the company’s 29th distribution substation that will provide reliable power and support the area’s booming economic activity. Davao Light and Power Co. Inc. (Davao Light) is set to build its 29th distribution substation in Panabo City, Davao del Norte, to deliver reliable power and fuel the area’s growing economic activity, particularly servin

Davao Light encourages customers to use electricity efficiently to avoid unexpectedly high bills, especially during the upcoming holiday season. The overall residential electricity rate of Davao Light for this month stands at P10.0612 per kilowatt-hour (kWh), reflecting a rise of P0.9080/kWh from last October’s rate of P9.1532/kWh. This rate applies to the November 11 to December 10 billing period. The recent rate increase is mainly due to higher generation and transmission c

by AboitizPower Corporate Affairs Davao Light and Cotabato Light deployed a total of 26 personnel to the franchise area of their sister company, Visayan Electric, to help restore power lines that were damaged by Typhoon Tino (international name Kalmaegi). The typhoon hit some parts of Mindanao and Southern Luzon, but mostly the Visayas, making landfall in Cebu, Southern Leyte, Negros Occidental, Guimaras, and Iloilo. The task force from Davao Light is composed of 10 linemen l

On November 4, following the devastation caused by Typhoon Tino, Davao Light and Power Co., Inc. deployed two teams of linemen to Cebu to assist in power restoration efforts. The AboitizPower distribution utilities, Davao Light and Visayan Electric, will work together to restore electricity to affected communities as quickly and safely as possible. This response highlights the bayanihan spirit in action—helping communities recover and bring back power in affected areas.

AboitizPower’s Davao Light implements the Sitio Electrification Program by AboitizPower Corporate Affairs A revitalized mom-and-pop store in Sitio Kiman-anao. After their sitio was connected to the grid, husband and wife tandem Boyet and Mary Jane Sampiano (center) upgraded their variety store with a refrigerator, piso Wi-Fi, and a printing and photocopying machine, effectively increasing their daily income. The Department of Energy has determined that access to consistent an