ISNAP of Negros Power Expands Access to Legal Electricity

2,210 Approved Electrical Permits Strengthen Safer Communities

The ISNAP of Negros Power continues to make a strong impact in communities by helping informal settler families gain access to legal, safe, and reliable electricity connections.

In 2025 alone, Negros Power recorded 2,210 approved electrical permits, reflecting the growing success of the program and its role in improving both community safety and service accessibility.

For many informal settlers, securing legal electrical connections has always been difficult due to complex requirements, limited access to information, and financial barriers. Through the ISNAP of Negros Power, these challenges are being addressed through a more practical and community-based approach.

Simplifying the Electrical Permit Process

One of the main goals of the ISNAP of Negros Power is to simplify the process of applying for legal electricity connections.

From securing permits through the Office of the Building Official (OBO) to completing the final application with Negros Power, the system has been streamlined to make the process easier and faster for applicants.

Many residents in underserved communities often struggle with traditional application procedures. By reducing unnecessary steps and improving coordination, the program allows families to move toward legal power access with less difficulty.

This helps applicants avoid delays while encouraging more households to shift away from unsafe and illegal electrical connections.

Reducing Fire Risks in Informal Communities

Beyond convenience, the ISNAP of Negros Power serves a much deeper purpose—community safety.

Illegal electrical connections remain one of the leading causes of fire incidents in densely populated settlements. Unsafe wiring, unauthorized tapping, and overloaded connections place entire neighborhoods at serious risk.

By promoting properly installed and legally approved electrical services, the program helps reduce fire hazards and protects both lives and property.

Safe electricity is not just about convenience—it is a critical part of protecting communities.

Bringing Services Closer Through Barangay Visits

To make the program more accessible, the Community Relations Team of Negros Power conducts weekly barangay visits to assist residents directly in their communities.

These visits allow applicants to process documents, ask questions, and receive guidance without repeatedly traveling to the main office.

Residents may also check the official Negros Power page for the posted barangay schedules or visit the office directly for assistance regarding the ISNAP of Negros Power.

This community-based approach makes the process more efficient and more inclusive.

Strengthening Community Development

The ISNAP of Negros Power also reflects the company’s larger commitment to grassroots development, especially in fire-prone and underserved communities where legal electrical access is urgently needed.

By bringing services directly to the people, Negros Power strengthens its role not only as a power provider but also as a partner in building safer and more sustainable communities.

Access to legal electricity improves household safety, supports livelihoods, and helps families achieve long-term stability.

A Commitment to Inclusivity and Safety

Ms. Unice Castillon, Community Relations Assistant Manager of Negros Power, emphasized the importance of the initiative:

“ISNAP is more than just a service initiative—it is a commitment to inclusivity and safety. We want to make the process easier for our informal settler communities so they can access legal electricity without difficulty. Through this program, we are not only providing power but also helping protect lives and properties by reducing unsafe and illegal connections.”

Her statement highlights the real purpose of the ISNAP of Negros Power—not just electrification, but dignity, safety, and equal access to essential services.

Building a More Inclusive and Electrified Future

As the ISNAP of Negros Power continues to expand, the company moves closer to its vision of creating a safer, more inclusive, and fully electrified future.

The goal is clear: every household, regardless of economic status or location, deserves access to legal, dependable, and secure electricity.

Through stronger systems, community engagement, and consistent public service, Negros Power continues to prove that real progress begins when essential services reach the people who need them most.

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