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DOE moves to stabilize Visayas power grid; Leyte gets 40-MW battery storage capacity
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Fusion42 · 10 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
The Philippine Department of Energy is accelerating the deployment of 253 MW of battery energy storage across the Visayas to stabilize power supply reliability, including a new 40-MW battery facility in Leyte as part of grid modernization efforts amid tight electricity supply.
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You must prepare for shifting power demand in Visayas as new battery storage capacity means grid stability will improve but also competition for energy balancing services. Accelerate partnerships with local buyers and grid operators to secure a role in emerging energy resilience projects.
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