1964

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) conducted a survey of the country’s power.  It recommended the adoption of the rural electric cooperative system as developed in the United States.

1966

A contract with the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) of the United States was subsequently signed in the preparation of feasibility studies of pilot projects.

1967

Plans for the establishment of two pilot projects were completed: the Misamis Oriental Rural Electric Cooperative, Inc. (MORESCO) and the Victorias Manapla Cadiz Rural Electric Service Cooperative (VRESCO).

1969

Passage of R.A. 6038 on August 4 and founding of the National Electrification Administration (NEA)