ILAGAN CITY: To energize far-flung communities in Isabela, at least 17 more mini-hydro power projects are expected to be constructed harnessing existing irrigation facilities.

Administrator Claro Maranan of the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) said the mini-hydro power projects are considered a first in the country and are expected to produce 236,000 kilowatts annually and supply at least  500 households.

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