Diversification of bioethanol feedstock sources needed
Senator Win Gatchalian is pushing for diversification of bioethanol feedstock sources and improved production processes to help bring down barriers preventing the takeoff of biofuels in the country. In his speech during the recent Global Bioenergy Partnership event, Gatchalian recognized the importance of the Republic Act No. 9367 or the Biofuels Act of 2006 in […]
Bicam oks Anti-Obstruction of Power Lines Act
A bicameral conference committee composed of lawmakers from the Senate and the House of Representatives has approved a bill establishing a mechanism that will allow for the responsive maintenance and rehabilitation of transmission, sub-transmission, and distribution lines to ensure the uninterrupted conveyance of electricity from power plants to consumers. Senator Win Gatchalian, chair of the […]
Bill creating energy consumer advocate office filed
Senator Win Gatchalian is pushing for the creation of an independent energy watchdog that will ensure consumer protection and enhance the competitive operation of the electricity industry. Gatchalian, chair of the Senate Committee on Energy, on Tuesday filed Senate Bill No. 2222, otherwise known as the “Energy Consumer Advocate Act.” The bill seeks to create […]
Joint Congressional Power Commission OKs EPIRA IRR amendments
The Joint Congressional Power Commission (JCPC) has greenlit the amendments to the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) of the Electric Power Industry Reform Act Law (EPIRA) in order for communities to feel the benefits of hosting power generation facilities as quickly as possible. During the last JCPC hearing for the 17th Congress, both panels of […]
Bill promoting the use of microgrid systems for total electrification in PH filed
Senator Win Gatchalian is pushing for a bill that will spur microgrid development in unserved and underserved areas nationwide as the government targets 100% household electrification level by 2022. Gatchalian, chair of Senate Committee on Energy, recently filed Senate Bill No. 2218, otherwise known as the “Microgrid Systems Act,” in a bid to provide reliable […]
Probe on unexpected Luzon power outage called
Senator Win Gatchalian is calling for an investigation into the unexpected brownouts that hit several towns and cities in Luzon, especially after the Department of Energy (DOE) has given its assurance that there is ample supply of electricity reserve throughout the dry season. Gatchalian, chair of the Senate Committee on Energy, made the call amid […]
Murang Kuryente Act to lower electricity rates
Filipino consumers will feel less burdened paying their electricity bills once the government’s share of the Malampaya fund is tapped to cover the stranded debts and contract costs of the National Power Corporation (NPC) instead of expanding the coverage and increasing the lifeline rate subsidy, Senator Win Gatchalian said. Gatchalian, chair of the Senate Committee […]
To electric coops: Nix partisan political activity
Senator Win Gatchalian reminded electric cooperatives (ECs) to remain apolitical at all times and avoid participating in any partisan political activity during the election period. Gatchalian, chair of the Senate Committee on Energy, made the call after the National Association of Electricity Consumers for Reforms, Inc. (NASECORE) accused some ECs of making financial and other […]
Electric vehicle adoption roadmap pushed
Senator Win Gatchalian has reiterated the importance of a sound policy and regulatory framework for electric vehicles (e-vehicles) to usher in the uptake of electric vehicles in the country. During the Senate Committee on Energy hearing on Senate Bill No. 2137 or the Electric Vehicles and Charging Stations Act, Gatchalian quizzed the Department of Energy’s […]
