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15 –year energy master plan in the works
THE Department of Energy is now working on a 15-year energy master plan that will help deliver reliable and affordable electricity to sustain local economic growth.
The formulation of Philippine Energy Plan 2016-2030 will pave the way for the development of sectoral energy roadmaps that are critical to ensure energy security and increased energy access, according to DOE secretary Alfonso Cusi.
Prior to issuing the PEP, DOE has conducted consultative meetings with sectoral stakeholders on the issues of a low-carbon future, energy deregulation, electricity pricing, rural electrification, renewable energy development, and energy efficiency and conservation.
“Planning our country’s energy roadmap safeguards our Filipino consumers and our industry participants from any undesirable energy scenarios in the future. It is our job to protect them,” Cusi explained. “Once the plan is finished, it will greatly contribute to the expansion of the country’s economic prospects through the provision of employment opportunities and generation of investments.” (With reports from PDI)
