^{In photo (L-R): FCIEAI Vice President Aurelio Masangkay, FCIEAI President Micaela Laila Flores, MPower First Vice President & Head Redel M. Domingo, and MPower Senior Assistant Vice President & Retail Sales Head Eddie John V. Adug}

First Cavite Industrial Estate Association Inc., (FCIEAI) has partnered with MPower, the retail electricity arm of Meralco, to consolidate its energy accounts under the Energy Regulatory Commission’s (ERC) Retail Aggregation Program (RAP)—a move that positions the industrial park among the country’s early adopters of the scheme.

FCIE, a 150-hectare mixed-use industrial estate in Cavite, is combining the electricity demand of its various facilities into a single aggregated portfolio, allowing it to qualify as a contestable customer under the Customer Choice Program. The shift opens access to competitive retail electricity pricing and more flexible supply arrangements.

RAP enables end-users within the same franchise area to pool their demand and participate in the retail electricity market—an emerging pathway for large developments seeking cost-efficient and transparent energy management.

FCIEAI president Micaela Laila Flores said the estate’s participation is aligned with its long-term sustainability direction.

“Our partnership with MPower marks a strategic step toward advancing sustainability and operational excellence in the industrial sector. It reflects FCIE’s steadfast vision to be a leading industrial estate with energy-efficient solutions and responsible practices that shape a resilient and future-ready economy. Together, we are building a legacy of innovation, impact, and sustainable growth,” she said.

MPower First Vice President and Head Redel M. Domingo said the partnership signals a stronger push toward collaborative and demand-optimized power sourcing. 

“FCIE’s participation in the RAP sets a new benchmark for energy collaboration in the Philippines. By consolidating demand and adopting more efficient power solutions, this partnership advances sustainable progress. MPower is proud to support this vision with reliable energy that empowers industries, strengthens communities, and fuels enduring value,” he said.

The agreement underscores rising interest among commercial and industrial estates to leverage retail competition for better control over energy costs—an increasingly relevant strategy as businesses seek long-term stability in power supply and pricing.

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