The island province of Siquijor, renowned for its pristine white-sand beaches and growing appeal as a tourism hotspot in the Negros Island Region, is poised for a major transformation in its electricity service. This follows a significant new power supply agreement designed to end the chronic blackouts that have hampered its development.
A Long-Term Solution for a Persistent Problem
Vivant Energy, the power generation arm of Cebu-based Vivant Corporation, has successfully secured a 15-year power supply agreement to deliver additional electricity to Siquijor. The deal was finalized on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, after the Province of Siquijor Electric Cooperative (Prosielco) conducted a competitive selection process.
Under this pivotal agreement, Vivant Energy will supply 11 megawatts of capacity from its diesel power plant located in Barangay Bogo, Maria. This new supply is expected to serve all six municipalities of the island: Larena, Lazi, Maria, San Juan, Enrique Villanueva, and Siquijor.
Addressing a State of Calamity and Economic Ambition
The urgency of this new power source cannot be overstated. Siquijor's struggle with unreliable electricity reached a critical point in June 2025, when prolonged outages lasting up to 20 hours daily forced the provincial government to declare a state of calamity. The crisis severely disrupted tourism operations and essential services, drawing national attention.
The situation was significant enough to be mentioned by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. in his State of the Nation Address, where he called for urgent private-sector intervention to resolve the island's power constraints.
Prosielco General Manager Glenn Galvan expressed optimism that the partnership with Vivant Energy will significantly improve power reliability for both households and local businesses once the plant is fully operational.
Powering Sustainable Growth
This infrastructure boost comes at a crucial time for Siquijor's economy. Government data shows the province recorded an impressive economic growth rate of 7.9 percent in 2024, outpacing the broader Negros Island Region. Its gross domestic product rose to P13.78 billion from P12.77 billion in 2023, largely driven by tourism.
Eric Omalalin, Vivant Energy's Vice President for Off-Grid Solutions, stated that the company remains focused on investing in underserved areas where access to stable electricity is still limited. The new 11-megawatt supply is strategically aimed at supporting not just existing households and businesses but also the island's ambitious tourism growth, ensuring that its natural beauty is matched by modern, reliable infrastructure.
