Elmer Amigo is blessed with a surname that appropriately describes who he is to many: a friend. The easygoing and trustworthy Bambi, as many call him, exemplifies passion and dedication to the profession he has held for nearly three decades. It is only fitting that Davao Light’s go-to guy has been presented with the 2018 Don Ramon Aboitiz Award of Excellence.
Davao Light
Foundation
First lineman training TESDA facility in Mindanao opens
On October 26, the company along with Aboitiz Foundation, turned over its first Basic Electrical Lineman’s Training Center in Mindanao or Project BELT.CoM to TESDA 11.
Power
Linemen bring spark of hope amid tragic times
For three weeks now, linemen from Cebu, Davao, Subic, and Pampanga have been working tirelessly to help restore power to the people of Cagayan Province.
Power
Promoting a culture of safety
Davao Light and Power Co. is calling for heightened safety awareness among construction workers, especially those working near the company’s distribution lines, amid the construction boom in Davao City.
Sustainability
Volunteers troop to Cleanergy Park for International Coastal Clean-up Day
Aboitiz team members from Davao Light and Apo Agua were joined by fellow volunteers from Rotary Club of Davao, B. Carpio National High School, and Ateneo de Davao University at the shores of Aboitiz Cleanergy Park in Barangay Matina Aplaya on International Coastal Clean-up Day last September 15.
Power
Davao Light holds “KuryenTalks” with business community
The forum is in line with the Department of Energy’s (DOE) objective to keep consumers up to speed on the Philippine power industry.
Other CSR
Davao Light gives new life to wooden poles
Davao Light proves that ingenuity and commitment to sustainability can turn even the most mundane objects into something that brings added vibrance to the community.
Foundation
AboitizPower units turn over e.Lab to high schools
The lack of equipment for technical-vocational classes is one of the challenges faced by the education department in the implementation of the K to 12 program.
Power
Collaboration. Cooperation. Innovation.
Three batches of AboitizPower Distribution Utilities team leaders, together with corporate support unit heads and DU COOs as coaches, underwent a three-day Leadership Cascade to learn and practice Collaboration, Cooperation and Innovation.
Cover Story
Breaking news: Aboitiz Cleanergy Park team saves injured Hawksbill turtle!
The pawikan, since named Agdao, underwent a simple procedure to remove an 8-inch arrow that had been lodged in its neck, which caused a large lump to grow and leaving its head angled several degrees to the left.
Sustainability
Davao Light’s first pawikan release in 2018
On March 28, 2018, just before the Holy Week break, 76 pawikan hatchlings were released back to the sea by Davao Light and Power Company (DLPC).
Power
My Life, My ABC: The innovative spark of Davao Light team member Jeffrey Lingatong
Davao Light Senior Engineer Jeffrey Lingatong’s dedication to his craft can be immediately felt in his creation of Infiniti Lux, a roadway illumination simulator that will help Davao Light design an HPS-to-LED conversion project that complies with existing Roadway Lighting Standards.
CSR
Equity in education for Aboitiz Lumad scholars
Davao Light and Aboitiz Foundation are extending financial assistance to a new batch of Lumad students to support their college education through the Indigenous People (Lumad) scholarship program.
Power
Davao Light is now ISO 9001:2015 certified
Davao Light and Power Co., Inc., an Aboitiz company and a subsidiary of the AboitizPower, is now an ISO 9001:2015 certified company.
Honor Roll
AP subsidiaries Davao’s top taxpayers in 2017
Davao City acknowledged Therma South as its top real property taxpayer while it gave a citation to Davao Light as its top business taxpayer for 2017.
CSR
AboitizPower supports Marawi rehab
On Feb. 21, 2018, AboitizPower gave electrical supplies worth PHP3.7 million to the Lanao del Sur Electric Cooperative, Inc. (LASURECO), whose coverage includes Marawi City.
CSR
Davao Light turns over electrical laboratory tools to Sto. Tomas National High School
As part of its support to the Department of Education’s (DepEd) K-12 program, Davao Light and Power Co., Inc. in partnership with the Aboitiz Foundation, formally turned over electrical laboratory tools to Sto. Tomas National High School (STNHS) on Jan. 10, 2018.
Sustainability
Travel blogger Kira Ramirez visits ‘Davao’s Sanctuary for Biodiversity’
The Aboitiz Cleanergy Park is an eight-hectare biodiversity preserve co-managed by Davao Light and the Aboitiz Foundation. Read about blogger Kira Ramirez’s recent visit to the ecological preserve!
Sustainability
Record-breaking number of pawikans released from the Aboitiz Cleanergy Park
The year 2017 saw 1,450 pawikan hatchlings released from the Aboitiz Cleanergy Park, beating 2014’s record of 1,301 hatchlings.
CSR
Aboitiz volunteers aid about 6,000 families affected by ‘Urduja’ and ‘Vinta’
Over a hundred Aboitiz Group team members spent their holiday break volunteering for the relief operations to assist 6,000 families affected by flash floods brought by TS Urduja and Vinta in Visayas and Mindanao.
Sustainability
Aboitiz Cleanergy Park celebrates Bonifacio Day with more baby pawikans
Bonifacio Day marked the release of 98 pawikan hatchlings from 2017’s nest number 9 at the Aboitiz Cleanergy Park.
CSR
Breads and Sunshine
The only bakery in the sitio, the Sunshine Bakery caters the sitio and its neighboring communities. But Sunshine’s breads are more than how they look. Behind the making of these breads is a story of hope and new beginnings.
Sustainability
New batch of baby pawikans emerge from their nest in November
On Nov. 10, 70 pawikan hatchlings emerged from the seventh Aboitiz Cleanergy Park nest for the year 2017, bringing the total number of released hatchlings from to 1,023 year to date.
Sustainability
New month, new nests and hatchlings at the Aboitiz Cleanergy Park
Recently, a total of 168 hatchlings emerged from nest # 6 at the Aboitiz Cleanergy Park, while the 9th and 10th nests for the year were also discovered in October!
Sustainability
Cleanergy Park welcomes BER months batch of pawikan hatchlings (and a new nest!)
Following 56 days in incubation, the first batch of pawikan hatchlings for the BER months have been released back to the sea at the Aboitiz Cleanergy Park. This batch of baby pawikan emerged from nest number 5 for 2017, which was found on July 29.
Power
Agila gets Google’s global endorsement
Agila or GeoSmart is listed as one of the 29 solutions developed by Google Map partners. It was developed by Navagis in collaboration with AboitizPower to improve efficiency in managing inventories and to provide timely service to VECO and Davao Light customers.
Power
Mindanao Kokusai Daigaku snatches the top prize in safety-themed video contest
Mindanao Kokusai Daigaku or Mindanao International College won 1st place in the annual short video-making contest of Davao Light and Power Co., Inc., demonstrating relevance to this year’s theme “Dare to be Aware: Electrical Safety”.
Power
Kuryentalks: Davao Light briefs the European and Canadian chambers of commerce
Kuryentalks is a word-play for Kuryente or electricity and talk, which means a briefing about electricity and the power industry.
Sustainability
Seventh pawikan nest uncovered at the Aboitiz Cleanergy Park!
One of the hightlights of the National Clean-Up Day celebration at the Aboitiz Cleanergy Park was the warm welcome of the pawikan eggs during today’s validation of Nest number 7, which was discovered on Sept. 14, 2017.
CSR
Davao Light team members paint their hearts out at GK Kadayawan Bayanihan Painting
In celebration of the upcoming 32nd Kadayawan Festival in Davao City, team members from Davao Light and Power Co., Inc. painted their hearts out during the Kadayawan Bayanihan Painting on Aug. 12, 2017.
CSR
Davao Light, Aboitiz Foundation help give a brighter home for Davao’s youth
The rewiring project was provided to help review and asses the wires and electrical connection as well as help improve the lighting conditions of the rehab facilities.
Sustainability
Photo Story: Sixth pawikan nest discovered at the Aboitiz Cleanergy Park!
The sixth pawikan nest for 2017 was discovered at the Aboitiz Cleanergy Park! The nest is expected to hatch in the third or fourth week of October.
CSR
Photo Story: Aboitiz companies pursue membership with PBSP
The Aboitiz Group and PBSP are in its 46th year of working together for social progress, the former being a founding member of PBSP.
CSR
Aboitiz business units and the Aboitiz Foundation build capacities of cooperatives
As part of its Enterprise Development for a BetterWorld program, the Aboitiz Foundation believes that key to an empowered community is equipping its members with the capability to help themselves through sustainable livelihood and the availability of employment opportunities.
Sustainability
Davao Light welcomes 5th pawikan nest in Cleanergy Park
The presence of a nesting mother pawikan in the Cleanergy Park is an indicator that the park is safe for propagation of the next generation of sea turtles.
CSR
Davao Light brings cheer to 240 Lumad kids with a new set of school supplies
Davao Light and Power Co., Inc. in partnership with the Aboitiz Foundation formally turned over school supplies to the National […]
CSR
Davao Light brings power to 80 households in Purok Nalumville
“We never had electricity for 13 years, until today. I am very thankful and glad because my child can now study well at night and we will no longer have fear going home late as we will now enjoy the convenience of having electricity.” – Marilou Mancao, resident, Purok Nalumville
Power
New investment promotion website for Davao City goes online with the help of Davao Light
To help Davao City through the Davao City Investment Promotion Center (DCIPC) further promote its economic interests, Davao Light donated a new and improved investment promotion website.
Power
The fun of being a lineman
Being a lineman must be a challenging role that demands focus and attention. But who said that linemen can’t have fun? The Rodeolympics empowers our team members and inspires continuous learning as we continue to serve customers the Aboitiz way.
Sustainability
Visitors gather at the Aboitiz Cleanergy Park in celebration of Philippine environment month
Making our surroundings greener and more sustainable is a community activity. In June, people from different walks of life gathered at the Aboitiz Cleanergy Park to do their part in protecting the planet in celebration of the country’s environment month.
Power
AboitizPower distribution utilities go green through e-bill
This shift will help reduce our carbon footprint by eliminating paper production, bill printing, and fuel consumption during the delivery of the bills.
Power
Davao Light unveils 100 MVA Don Ramon substation
Davao Light’s improved Don Ramon substation will not only provide additional capacity but its will also improve the reliability of the distribution system. Thus, improving the quality of service it will offer to our valued customers.
Foundation
Davao Light welcomes Tugbok GK Village kids back to school
Davao Light and Power Co., Inc. conducted an outreach program last June 2, 2017 for the children in Gawad Kalinga […]
Sustainability
Aboitiz Cleanergy Park welcomes summer with more pawikan hatchlings
The new baby turtles came from the third and fourth nests found in 2017. A total of 272 pawikans were hatched from both nests. Year to date, the park has released 627 pawikan hatchlings back to the sea.
CSR
Maa residents now certified electricians through Project B.E.S.T.
After two weeks of intensive training, 17 residents of Brgy. Maa, Davao City finally received the fruit of their labor as they completed Davao Light’s Project B.E.S.T (Basic Electrician Skills Training) at a special graduation ceremony held on April 21.
Power
Davao Light’s safety tips for a safe and fun-filled summer
It’s summer time! Sun is out and it’s the best time to be chilling out. Whether you’re relaxing by the pool or enjoying the cool breeze outdoor, always keep in mind that electrical hazards could also exist. Davao Light lists some safety reminders to ensure that electrical hazards do not mess up your fun under the sun.
Sustainability
Bangko Sentral Ng Pilipinas plants mangrove seedlings at the Aboitiz Cleanergy Park
Davao Light And Power Co. Inc. welcomed the team from the Bangko Sentral Ng Pilipinas (BSP) for a tree planting […]
Sustainability
Aboitiz Cleanergy Park releases second batch of pawikan hatchlings for 2017
After its release of 2017’s first batch of pawikans on March 21, the Aboitiz Cleanergy Park saw another 159 Hawksbilll turtle […]
Sustainability
Mayor Sara Duterte Witnesses Release of Fresh Batch of Hatchlings
Despite just having given birth herself, Mayor Sara’s love for the baby pawikans matched the inspiring event, as this is the biggest number of pawikans released by the Aboitiz Cleanergy Park to date.
Honor Roll
Davao Light awarded as Davao City’s top taxpayer
The City Government of Davao recognized Davao Light and Power Co. Inc. as its top taxpayer during the recent Pasidungog: […]
CSR
More e.Labs light up Davao students’ futures
On March 22, Davao Light and Aboitiz Foundation turned over five more e.Labs to the Department of Education-Davao City in […]
Sustainability
Davao City government recognizes Aboitiz Cleanergy Park
The Davao City government on March 13 recognized the Aboitiz Cleanergy Park for its for its invaluable and unwavering support in […]
CSR
Davao Light donates to House of Hope for children with cancer
Davao Light was able to gather PHP58,000 for House of Hope Foundation for Kids with Cancer Inc.’s fundraising campaign through the latter’s Dinner for […]
CSR
Davao Light turns over solar lamps to off-grid schools
Davao Light on March 9 turned over 86 Panasonic solar lanterns to the Department of Education (DepEd) for the five beneficiary schools located […]
Honor Roll
Davao Light receives recognition from TESDA XI
Davao Light and Power Co. (Davao Light) received a Plaque of Recognition during the 12th Founding Anniversary of TESDA XI […]
Sustainability
More pawikan nests found at the Aboitiz Cleanergy Park (and two turtles rescued!)
The Aboitiz Cleanergy Park serves as a sanctuary for the critically endangered Hawksbill Sea turtle. Through its “BetterWorld for the Pawikan” campaign, Aboitiz aims to protect turtles and other species that have made the park their home. With your help, the park can realize its goal of making a safe haven for the pawikan.
CSR
Davao Light turns over solar charging station to IP community
Davao Light and Power Co. in December 2016 officially turned over a solar charging station to the indigenous peoples of […]
CSR
Davao bakers earn NC II certification following baking and pastry training
The first batch of Davao bakers for the TESDA NC II Training on Baking and Pastry were confirmed as graduates and […]
Power
Davao Co-ops and Davao Doctors offer livelihood training for rehabilitated drug surrenderees
The Cooperative Development Authority (CDA), Davao Doctors College Inc. (DDC), Sta. Ana. Police Station, Barangay Tomas Monteverde Sr. and Davao […]
CSR
Barangay Maa residents get training from Davao Light
Davao Light and Power Co. trained residents of Brgy. Maa through its Project Basic Electrician Skills Training (Project B.E.S.T.) from […]
Sustainability
Davao Light partners with DENR-XI to celebrate World Wetlands Day
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources’ regional office conducted a wetlands conservation orientation at the Aboitiz Cleanergy Park on […]
CSR
AboitizPower linemen re-energize Typhoon Nina-affected communities
The linemen traveled by land and sea to Albay for hours, bringing heavy equipment to help restore distribution lines and erect damaged posts. Daryl Bonbon, head of the VECO Distribution Services Department, said that he would gladly volunteer to help again even if it meant being away from his family during Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
Sustainability
Aboitiz Cleanergy Park 2017 update: Two pawikan nests found
The new year opens on a positive note for Aboitiz Cleanergy Park with the news that two pawikan turtle nests have been discovered near its shores within a two-week interval. These are the 18th and 19th nests documented by the Park. The last nest was discovered over a year ago.
Sustainability
Davao Light releases Olive Ridley back to the sea
Aboitiz-owned outdoor biodiversity learning center, Cleanergy Park, has long been a sanctuary to sea turtles or Pawikan. Turtles found by locals around the area or within the city are usually turned over to the park and later on released back into the sea.
Power
Electricity and its impact to the millennials
Addressing the power this generation beholds, Davao Light has launched its third annual video-making contest with the theme: “Electricity and its impact to the millennials”.
Power
Davao Light inaugurates 27th substation
Davao Light inaugurated its new 33MVA Maa Substation in Maa last October 28. The substation will not only provide additional capacity but will also improve the load distribution of the Davao Light system improving the quality of service to the customers especially in the Maa area.
Sustainability
A-Park Update: Davao Light regreens 500 hectares in Marilog District
The adopted site was granted by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), making Davao Light as the first private entity to adopt a community-based forest management area in the country.
Sustainability
Aboitiz Cleanergy Park Update: Volunteers conduct National Clean Up Day at the Park
We thank the 140 Kaibigan volunteers who participated in the National Clean Up Day held in partnership with the local government of Davao City.
Sustainability
Davao Light dominates in the First Inter-Aboitiz Bowling Tourney
Davao Light bagged the championship, as well as the top three places, in the first ever Inter-Aboitiz Bowling Tournament in Mindanao that culminated last August 31, 2016.
CSR
Davao Light turns over its sixth e.Lab to F. Bustamante National High School
Davao Light turned over its sixth electricity laboratory or e.Lab to F. Bustamante National High School (FBNHS) in Tibungco, Davao […]
CSR
Davao Light sends hygiene kits to displaced fire victims
Davao Light distributed hygiene kits to around 200 families affected by fires that razed three barangays within Davao City recently.
CSR
Aboitiz BUs aid firefighters on Mt. Apo
Davao-based business units helped fight the massive blaze that threatened Mt. Apo.
Corporate Center
Bata Batuta: Davao Media Appreciation Night
Davao Media Appreciation Night 12
Corporate Center
The Aboitiz Honor Roll
AEV was awarded as one of the top 5 listed companies in the 4th Bell Awards by the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE). As in the previous Bell Awards, an independent group was formed to evaluate the corporate governance practices of the listed companies and trading participants.
Power
Power business units hold safety olympics in Baguio and Davao
About a thousand team members from the different Power business units participated in the Safety Olympics held in Baguio and […]
Power
Davao Light services last three barangays in its southernmost franchise area
Davao Light takes over from First Bukidnon Electric Cooperative (FIBECO) the servicing of Brgys. Baganihan, Datu Salumay and Buda, giving […]
CSR
EDUCATION CSR Updates
SNAP agreement creates two education projects in Ramon, Isabela SNAP-Magat signed Memoranda of Agreement turning over two education projects to […]
CSR
Davao Light, AdDU-MICD MOA benefits Matigsalog tribe women’s coop
[ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT] Davao Light signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) last September 3 with Ateneo de Davao University-Mindanawon Initiative for […]
CSR
Davao Light Kaibigans join Gawad Kalinga’s ‘Bayani Build’
[OTHER INTERVENTIONS] Last September 5, around 112 Davao Light team members rolled up their sleeves for the ‘Kadayawan Bayani Build’ […]
Sustainability
Other Sustainability Updates
Back to the Wild The rescued Pinsker’s hawk-eagle is now released in Mount Apo after fully recovering from its injury. […]
Power
Davao Light holds ‘Kaalam’ forum for customers and stakeholder
As part of its stakeholder engagement initiative, Davao Light & Power Co., through its Reputation Enhancement Department (RED), with the […]
Power
Davao Light inaugurates another substation in Tugbok, Davao City
The mushrooming of subdivisions and shopping malls in the western part of Davao Light and Power Co.’s franchise proves how […]
CSR
CSR – ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT
Aboitiz Foundation extends assistance to small-scale coops Aboitiz Foundation has extended microfinance loan packages to various cooperatives in Albay, Batangas, […]
Sustainability
The Cleanergy Park: BetterWorld commitment at its best
The eight-hectare park is home to the critically-endangered pawikan “This park is one of the flagship projects under our groupwide […]
Sustainability
Davao Light tours Resources for the Blind students at Cleanergy Park
Even the differently abled can have the privilege of taking care of the earth, as students and faculty from Resources […]
CSR
EDUCATION – JUNE 2015
Davao Light commits 6 education-focused projects for public schools Davao Light has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) […]