By Alena Mae S. Flores – March 26, 2024, 8:50 pm from manilastandard.net Power retailer Manila Electric Company (Meralco) said Tuesday it is prepared to address the anticipated increased electricity demand following the official declaration of the dry season or summer. Meralco, however, called for a collective action and increased participation in the government's Interruptible Load Program (ILP). "We are in constant coordination with the Department of Energy (DOE) in working to ensure the delivery of stable, reliable, and continuous electricity service to customers during the summer months," said Meralco vice president and corporate communications head Joe Zaldarriaga. "Meralco also proactively obtained additional power supply via a series of competitive selection processes (CSPs) to meet the growing electricity demand of its customers.