Government Agencies Mandated to Use Energy-Efficient Products in the Philippines

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The Philippine government is taking steps to reduce public sector electricity consumption and transition to clean energy. Under a new directive, government agencies nationwide are required to use energy-efficient products and prioritize the installation of solar rooftop systems. The decision was made by the Inter-Agency Energy Efficiency and Conservation Committee (IAEECC) during its meeting on September 16, in line with the Government Energy Management Program (GEMP). This initiative aims to set an example for households, businesses, and communities, and contribute to a cleaner, smarter, and more sustainable Philippines.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Philippine government has mandated the use of energy-efficient products and prioritization of solar rooftop systems in government offices nationwide.
  • The decision was made during the Inter-Agency Energy Efficiency and Conservation Committee (IAEECC) meeting on September 16, in line with the Government Energy Management Program (GEMP).
  • The goal is to reduce public sector electricity consumption and accelerate the transition to clean energy.
  • The Philippine Energy Labeling Program (PELP) will be enforced, requiring appliances, equipment, and energy-consuming products to meet Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) before being sold or used.
  • Energy Secretary Sharon Garin emphasized the importance of redirecting savings from electricity costs to vital services for the people, and setting an example for households, businesses, and communities.
  • The IAEECC is reassessing the Joint Memorandum Circular for the establishment of dedicated Energy Efficiency and Conservation (EEC) Offices in local government units to empower LGUs to design tailored energy-saving programs and give communities more control over their consumption.

Statistics:

  • Date of IAEECC meeting: September 16
  • Year of the meeting: Not specified
  • Energy Secretary Sharon Garin emphasized the importance of using every peso saved on electricity to redirect to vital services for the people.
  • Philippine Energy Energy Labeling Program (PELP) will enforce the Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) for energy-consuming products.
  • Not specified if any savings or costs will be publicly disclosed.

Sources:

  • Department of Energy (DOE)
  • Inter-Agency Energy Efficiency and Conservation Committee (IAEECC)
  • Philippines News agency
  • Government Energy Management Program (GEMP)
  • Philippine Energy Labeling Program (PELP)