Benquet Electric Cooperative Slashes Power Rates, Offering Relief to Consumers
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Benquet Electric Cooperative Slashes Power Rates, Offering Relief to Consumers

The Benguet Electric Cooperative (Beneco) has announced a reduction in electricity rates by P0.8063 per kilowatt-hour (kWh), offering savings of approximately P80 for households consuming 100 kWh. This rollback provides much-needed relief after a spike in summer power costs.

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