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Government offices now required to go ‘green’
All government agencies are mandated to prioritize solar power installations and utilize energy-efficient products to reduce electricity consumption.
This directive, adopted through a resolution by the Inter-Agency Energy Efficiency and Conservation Committee (IAEECC) chaired by the Department of Energy (DOE), aims to minimize energy use in the public sector and support the country's transition to cleaner technologies.
Energy Secretary Sharon Garin stated that savings on electricity can be redirected to vital services and emphasized that the directive signifies a resolve to build a cleaner, smarter, and more sustainable Philippines.
The DOE explained that minimum energy performance standards (MEPS), under the Philippine energy labeling program, ensure that government agencies procure only compliant, energy-efficient products.
Additionally, the establishment of dedicated energy efficiency and conservation offices in local government units (LGUs) is being considered to empower them to design tailored energy-saving programs.
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