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Renewable Energy Management Bureau Formulate and implement policies, plans and programs related to the accelerated development, transformation, utilization and commercialization of renewable energy resources including emerging energy technologies NREB Technical Services and Management Division Provide support to the operations of the national renewable energy board and will serve as a one-step shop for RE Biomass Energy Management Division Formulate and implement policies, plans and programs related to the accelerated development, transformation, utilization and commercialization of biomass energy resources including emerging energy technologies Hydropower & Ocean Energy management Division Formulate and implement policies, plans and programs related to the accelerated development, transformation, utilization and commercialization of hydropower and ocean energy resources including emerging energy technologies Geothermal Energy Management Division Formulate and implement policies, plans and programs related to the accelerated development, transformation, utilization and commercialization of geothermal energy resources Solar & Wind Energy Management Division Formulate and implement policies, plans and programs related to the accelerated development, transformation, utilization and commercialization of solar and wind energy resources Shape Solar Wind Energy Management Division Policy and Technology Section Develop, formulate and implement solar and wind (S & W) policies, plans and programs, as part of the NREP, to accelerate the development, transformation, utilization and commercialization of SW resources and technologies; Monitors and evaluates the implementation of the S & W plans, programs, projects, activities, laws, regulations and similar issuances; Assists in administering the implementation of existing S & W laws, regulations and similar issuances; Coordinates with various government agencies, LGUs, academe, NGOs, private sector and other stakeholders on matters related to the development and implementation of S & W policy, plans and programs; Conduct energy technology and policy research and development activities for the development of sustainable S & W systems; Develops and spearheads the implementation of local and/or foreign-assisted S & W projects and activities; Operates and maintains a computerized national S & W energy database; Conducts S & W energy resource assessment and mapping; and Performs Ad Hoc functions as maybe assigned. Promotion and Commercialization Section Develop and implement SW promotion and commercialization policies, plans and sub-programs, as part of the SW program, to promote the commercialization/application of SW resources and technologies; Monitors and evaluates the commercial operation of S & W power and non-power facilities and projects; Spearheads in administering the implementation of existing S & W laws, regulations and similar issuances; Coordinates with various government agencies, LGUs, academe, NGOs, private sector and other stakeholders on matters related to the S & W promotion and commercialization program; Conduct research and development activities on the economic and financial efficiencies and effectiveness of SW systems; Assists in the implementation of local and/or foreign-assisted S & W projects and activities; Operates and maintains a computerized national S & W energy database; and Perform Ad Hoc functions as maybe assigned. Geothermal Energy Management Division Resource and Technology development & Evaluation Section Formulate, develop and evaluate programs and policies that will enhance the technical and economic competitiveness of geothermal technologies including technology innovations; Conduct hydrologic, geological, topographic, oceanographic and economic survey, feasibility studies and research programs to assess the country's geothermal resource potentials; Maintain a database inventory of geothermal potential and update regularly for commercialization and utilization purposes (e.g., maps, matrix and ranking of ocean and hydropower sites); Conduct socio-economic and environmental impact studies on geothermal development and recommend mitigating measures to lessen harmful effects to the environment; Provide technical assistance and sustainable solutions in relation to development and operation of geothermal facilities; Conduct seminars, training courses, technical briefing, fora, workshops, focus group discussions and tri-media campaigns to facilitate information dissemination and capacity building to geothermal technologies; and Perform ADHOC functions as maybe assigned. Evaluation, Registration and Monitoring Section Formulate policies and oversee the implementation of policies, guidelines and standards that will govern the geothermal development thrust of the government including enhancement of private sector participation; Supervise and monitor activities of government and private institutions on geothermal projects and provide guidance for better understanding of government's regulatory functions, policies and programs in relation to utilization and commercialization of geothermal resources; Maintain a database inventory of geothermal facilities for monitoring and developing geothermal generation statistics (e.g., energy mix, generation mix, etc.); Conduct socio-economic and environmental impact studies on the operation of geothermal system and recommend mitigating measures to lessen harmful effects to the environment; Issue registration and accreditation of RE equipment manufacturers, fabricators and suppliers; Coordinate with various government agencies, LGUs, Academe, NGOs, private sector and other stakeholders on matters related to the above enumerated functions; Conduct seminars, training courses, technical briefings, fora, workshops, focus group discussions and tri-media campaigns to facilitate information dissemination and capacity building to geothermal technologies; and Perform ADHOC functions as maybe assigned. Biomass Energy Management Division Technology Development Management Section Formulate policy recommendations and implement plans and programs for the effective utilization, promotion and commercialization of biomass including biofuels energy technologies; Undertake policy research and studies for the development and application of new and emerging biomass/biofuels energy technologies; Design, recommend and implement institutional, legislative and economic incentive packages to support sustainability of biomass/biofuels programs; Establish international linkages with various entities involved in the implementation of biomass/biofuels energy programs; Develop and spearhead the implementation of local and/or foreign-assisted projects and activities; Coordinate with concerned government agencies, LGUs, academe, NGOs, private sector and other stakeholders on matters related to the development and implementation of biomass/biofuels policy, plans and programs; Conduct seminars, training courses, technical briefings, fora, workshops, focus group discussions and tri-media campaigns to facilitate information dissemination and capacity building to biomass/biofuels resources and technologies; Provide inputs in the preparation of the PEP; and Perform ADHOC functions as maybe assigned. Evaluation, Registration and Monitoring Section Conduct technical and economic evaluation of biomass/biofuels' energy technologies including new and emerging technologies for local application; Develop project proposals on biomass/biofuels' new and emerging energy technologies for local application; Evaluate/grant service contract agreements and/or accreditation of biomass/biofuels' projects and facilities, suppliers, fabricators and manufacturers; Implement, monitor, and promote the commercial and technical operation of biomass power, fuel and non-power facilities and projects; Provide technical and extension advice in the form of project evaluation, project packaging and fund sourcing and access to technical information on biomass/biofuels' energy technologies; Coordinate the development of standards for the local adaption of biomass-derived fuels with concerned government agencies and private sectors; Coordinate the pilot testing of emerging biomass/biofuels energy technologies with interested private sector/potential investor; Develop and maintain information systems on biomass/biofuels energy resources and technologies; Provide technical/secretariat support for inter-agency committees undertaking the above-mentioned activities; and Perform Ad Hoc functions as may be assigned. Hydropower and Ocean Energy Management Division Resource and Technology Development Section Formulate, develop and evaluate programs and policies that will enhance the technical and economic competitiveness of ocean and hydropower technologies including technology innovations; Conduct hydrologic, geological, topographic, oceanographic and economic surveys, feasibility studies and research programs to assess the country's ocean and hydropower resource potentials; Maintain a database inventory of ocean and hydropower potential and update regularly for commercialization and utilization purposes (e.g., maps, matrix and ranking of ocean and hydropower sites); Conducts socio-economic and environmental impact studies on ocean and hydropower development and recommends mitigating measures to lessen harmful effects to the environment; Provide technical assistance and sustainable solutions in relation to development and operation of ocean and hydropower facilities; Conduct seminars, training courses, technical briefing, fora, workshops, focus group discussions and tri0-media campaigns to facilitate information dissemination and capacity building to ocean and hydropower technologies; and Perform Ad Hoc functions as maybe assigned; Evaluation, Registration and Monitoring Formulate policies and oversee the implementation of policies, guidelines and standards that will govern the ocean and hydropower development thrust of the government including enhancement of private sector participation; Supervise and monitor activities of government and private institutions on ocean and hydropower projects and provide guidance for better understanding of government's regulatory functions, policies and programs in relation to utilization and commercialization of ocean and hydropower resources; Maintain a database inventory of ocean and hydropower facilities for monitoring and developing ocean and hydropower generation statistics (e.g., energy mix, generation mix, etc.); Conduct socio-economic and environmental impact studies on operation of ocean and hydropower system and recommend mitigating measures to lessen harmful effects to the environment; Issue registration and accreditation of RE equipment manufacturers, fabricators and suppliers; Coordinate with various government agencies, LGUs, Academe, NGOs, private sector and other stakeholders on matters related to the above enumerated functions; Conducts seminars, training courses, technical briefings, fora, workshops, focus group discussions and tri-media campaigns to facilitate information dissemination and capacity building to ocean and hydropower technologies; and Perform Ad Hoc functions as maybe assigned; National Renewable Energy Board - Technical Services and Management Division Administrative Section Arrange special and/or periodic meetings of the National Renewable Energy Board (NREB) by sending invitations to NREB members, resource persons and parties concerned to ensure quorum and/or attendance. Prepare minutes and proceedings including the recording of documents and various issues raised during board deliberation for reference and information; Information and Technical Research Section Conduct research activities on advanced technological and market development applications through the internet and/or information exchange systems to enhance technical information which could be used by the Board; Provide technical support to the operation of the RE One-Stop-Shop Center to accelerate the approval of RE Service Contract and hasten project development; Renewable Energy Registrar Section Review of RPS Rules and makes appropriate recommendations in line with the objectives of R.A. 9513; Monitor the implementation of and compliance by industry participants with RPS Rules promulgated by the DOE;

Energy Utilization Management Bureau Formulates and implements policies, plans, programs and regulations on new energy technologies, alternative fuels and the efficient, economical transformation, marketing and distribution of conventional and renewable energy resources, and ensures efficient and judicious utilization of conventional and renewable energy resources Alternative Fuels and Energy Technology Division Formulating policies, plans, and programs related to alternative fuels and new and advanced energy technologies’ development towards socially and environmentally responsive and effective utilization of energy resources; and Developing and managing the alternative fuels and energy technology program. Energy Efficiency and Conservation Program Management and Technology Promotion Division Evaluating energy efficiency and conservation technologies. Promoting the increased utilization of energy efficient products. Preparing all reports for submission to other government agencies as required by law; and Developing a comprehensive information, education, and communication strategy for public awareness on energy efficiency programs and energy efficient products. Energy Efficiency and Conservation Public Sector Management Division Coordinating with the LGUs and the NEECCO to ensure consistency with the NEECP. Providing technical assistance to LGUs and other government agencies. Enhancing, expanding, and developing the GEMP; and Providing technical support to the IAEECC and acting as its Secretariat. Energy Efficiency and Conservation Performance Regulation and Enforcement Division Spearheading the creation of the NEECD in accordance with the provisions of this Act. Formulating, developing, and updating the MEP, energy labeling, and other programs indicated herein: and Enforcing the programs under this Act and its IRR, such as the MEP and energy labeling.

What's New List of Registered Coal End-Users as of August 2022 Published on: September 15, 2022 List of Valid and Subsisting Accredited Coal Traders as of August 2022 Published on: September 15, 2022 List of Valid and Subsisting Accredited Coal Traders as of July 2022 Published on: August 17, 2022 List of Registered Coal End-Users as of July 2022 Published on: August 17, 2022 List of Valid and Subsisting Accredited Coal Traders as of June 2022 Published on: July 12, 2022

NGCP Grid Operating and Maintenance Program (GOMP) and Weekly Operating Program (WOP) NGCP Grid Operating and Maintenance Program (GOMP) The GOMP of the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) contains the proposed three-year Planned/Maintenance Outages of grid and system operations-monitored power generation facilities (in consultation with the generating companies), information on the schedule of maintenance per unit/power plant as well as the overall weekly reserve profile per year per grid. It also contains the three-year maintenance program of the Transmission facilities of NGCP aligned to the Planned Outage of the power generation facilities. Grid Operating and Maintenance Program (Three-year Planned Outages of Generation Facilities, Transmission Facilities, and Weekly Reserve Profile per grid) NGCP Weekly Grid Operating Program (WOP) WOP, on the other hand, is the weekly seven-day projection on the supply, demand and reserve of the three grids that is posted and regularly updated in the NGCP website. WOP Seven-Day Supply-Demand-Reserve Table with Planned/Unplanned Outage Per Plant Type

Implements regional policies, plans, programs, and regulations of the department relating to energy resources exploration and development, its judicious and efficient utilization, ensures adequate, efficient, and reliable supply of electricity and monitors the development in the downstream oil industry, development and utilization of renewable energy (RE) resources such as geothermal, hydro, ocean, biomass, solar, and wind with due regard to the environment and sustainable development in Luzon.

Implement regional policies, plans, programs and regulations of the Department relating to energy resources exploration and development, its judicious and efficient utilization that ensures adequate, efficient, and reliable supply of electricity and monitors the development in the downstream oil industry, development and utilization of the renewable energy resources with due regard to the environment and sustainable development in the Visayas.

The DOE Electric Power Database Management System (DEPDMS) is a relational and analytical database for the effective and efficient acquisition, warehousing, and management of various data/information related to electric power industry participants, which include generation companies, distribution utilities, retail electricity suppliers, market operator and system operator. It is a combination of computer servers and software (MS SQL and Tableau) which are maintained by PMDD and ITMS.

Downstream Natural Gas The birth of the Philippine natural gas industry brings the country closer to its goal of harnessing environment friendly fuels to ensure a stable, diverse and secure energy supply. However, the growth of this industry is anchored on the development of additional gas-generated capacity, other non-power applications and the necessary infrastructure that is to bring the natural gas to its potential markets. The infrastructure includes the appropriate pipeline transmission and distribution networks, LNG terminals and facilities, gas refilling stations for CNG-run vehicles and ancillary facilities. In the absence of the law for the natural gas sector, the stage for the industry’s development has been set with the preparation of a gas policy framework, industry rules and regulations. A clear and concise policies, objectives, programs and strategies formulated by the DOE, together with the critical cooperation and participation of the private sector, development of a natural gas industry is ensured. While there is still much to be done, the DOE will be at the forefront of efforts to rally the participants in this new industry to success. STUDIES: Consultation on the Phase 2 Report of the Philippine Natural Gas Master Plan First Report of the Natural Gas Master Plan Study on Collecting Information and Verification on Promotion of Utilization of Clean Energy Sources (JICA, December 2011) Mindanao Natural Gas Market Development Strategy (Final Report)

Electric Power Industry Management Bureau Supervises the implementation of electric power industry restructuring to establish a competitive, market-based environment, and encourage private-sector participation; ensures adequate, efficient, and reliable supply of electricity, and formulates plans, programs, and strategies relative to rural electrification Power Market Development Division Power Market Research and Development Section EPIRA Monitoring and Coordination Section Power Planning and Development Division Power Development Planning Section Transmission Development Planning Section Missionary Electrification Development Planning Section Rural Electrification Administration and Management Division Rural Electrification Systems Administration Section Rural Electrification Project Management Section Non-electrification Project Management and Administration Section Power Planning and Development Division Formulates policies, plans, and programs related to generation, transmission, distribution, and supply of electricity and ensures effective implementation thereof. Power Development Planning Prepares and updates annually the Philippine Power Development Plan (PDP). Evaluates individual plans of Generation companies National transmission company or its buyer/concessionaire Distribution utilities Suppliers of electricity; and Other entities engaged in the delivery of electricity services Prepares indicative supply and demand options based on economics and technologies with the view to ensuring greater private sector participation. Undertakes long-term national, regional and sectoral electricity demand forecasts. Ensures sufficient reserve capacities through the formulation of necessary policy recommendations in this regard. Provides power sector inputs to the Philippine Energy Plan (PEP), Regional Energy Plans (REPs), and Sectoral Energy Plans (SEPs). Monitors and assesses system development and performance in the market. Coordinates with various government agencies, electric power industry participants, consumer groups, etc. (e.g., DOF, NEDA, NEA, ERC, NPC, PSALM, TRANSCO, various IPPs, Meralco, ECs) on matters related to the above-enumerated functions. Assists in the PEP, REP, and SEP consultations. Provides secretariat support to various activities relating to the power sector. Performs Ad Hoc functions as may be assigned. Transmission Development Planning Evaluates and recommend approval of the Transmission Development Plan (TDP) of Transco or its buyer/concessionaire. Formulates policy recommendations on transmission expansions. Represents the department in the following: Grid Management Committee (Grid Code) Distribution Management Committee (Distribution Code) Transco Board Technical Working Group NP-Contracts Awards Committee Consolidates regional and sectoral inputs relating to the transmission plan. Monitors and assesses the transmission operations, system development, and performance in the market. Coordinates with various government agencies, electric power industry participants, consumer groups, etc. (e.g., DOF, NEDA, ERC, NPC, PSALM, Transco, various IPPs, Meralco, ECs) on matters related to the above-enumerated functions. Performs Ad Hoc functions as may be assigned. Missionary Electrification Development Planning Evaluates and update annually the Missionary Electrification Development Plan (MEDP). Formulates policy recommendations on the sufficiency of the supply of electricity in off-grid areas. Prepares indicative supply and demand options based on economics and technologies in off-grid areas. Formulates policy recommendations on missionary electrification and off-grid connections. Coordinates the planning of missionary electrification projects. Evaluates the missionary electrification projects of NPC-Small Power Utilities Group (NPC-SPUG) and other parties operating in off-grid areas. Provides power sector inputs to the Philippine Energy Plan (PEP), Regional Energy Plans (REPs), and Sectoral Energy Plans (SEPs). Coordinates with various government agencies, electric power industry participants, consumer groups, etc. (e.g., DOF, NEDA, NEA, ERC, NPC, PSALM, Transco, various IPPs, Meralco, ECs) on matters related to the above-enumerated functions. Provides secretariat support to various activities relating to missionary electrification. Performs Ad Hoc functions as may be assigned. Power Market Development Division Formulates Policies, plans, and programs related to the development of the Philippine power market and ensures the effective and sustainable operation of competitive national and regional electricity markets Power Marketing Research and Development Oversees and implements the Philippine Wholesale electricity spot market (WESM) Formulates policy recommendations relating to sustainable electricity market transformation Evaluates and monitor the performance of the electricity market Undertakes research and studies to further develop and strengthen the Philippine electricity market Implements and facilitates technical assistance projects related to the WESM Represents the department in the ff. inter-agency committees: WESM technical working groups NEDA technical working committees relating to power (NEED BASIS) Provides secretariat support to the WESM technical working groups Coordinates with various government agencies, electric power industry participants, consumer groups, ETC. (E.G., DOF, NEDA, NEA, ERC, NPC, PSALM, TRANSCO, VARIOUS IPPs, MERALCO, ECs) on matters related to the above-enumerated functions Performs AD HOC functions as may be assigned EPIRA Monitoring and Coordination Evaluates and monitor EPIRA implementation and compliance of electric power industry participants (government and private sector entities) Evaluates submissions of various agencies relating to the reportorial requirements of the joint congressional power commission (JCPC) Prepares BI-annual reports to the JCPC on EPIRA implementation and compliance Formulates policy recommendations to ensure effective implementation of the restructuring objectives Implements and facilitates technical assistance projects related to EPIRA Coordinates with various government agencies, electric power industry participants, consumer groups, ETC. (E.G., DOF, NEDA, NEA, ERC, NPC, PSALM, TRANSCO, VARIOUS IPPs, MERALCO, ECs) on matters related to the above-enumerated functions Provides secretariat support to the EPIRA implementation steering committee and JCPC meetings Performs AD HOC functions as may be assigned Rural Electrification Administration and Management Division Formulates policies, plans, and programs related to the department's thrust to total energization of the country and provision of financial benefits to host communities and ensures effective implementation thereof. Rural Electrification Systems Administration Formulates policy recommendations on the rural electrification thrust of the department including the enhancement of private sector participation in off-grid areas. Prepares integrated rural electrification plans and programs including missionary electrification. Assists in the preparation of PDP and MEDP Evaluated the annual distribution plan of the National Electrification Administration (NEA). Undertakes policy research and studies relating to rural electrification. Coordinates with the concerned DOE units in the promotion and implementation of renewable energy projects for rural electrification. Formulates criteria for Qualified Third Parties (QTPs) Coordinates and cooperates with the concerned DOE units in implementing rural electrification nationwide. Performs Ad Hoc functions as may be assigned. Rural Electrification Project Management Oversees the implementation and management of rural electrification/missionary electrification projects funded through Rule 29 of EPIRA Implementing Rules and Regulations (ER 1-94) and DOE electrification budget. Evaluates proposals for electrification projects funded through Rule 29 of EPIRA Implementing Rules and Regulations (ER 1-94) and DOE electrification budget. Conducts technical inspections of all rural electrification projects for funding under ER 1-94 Undertakes Information and Education Campaigns on Rule 29 of EPIRA Implementing Rules and Regulations (ER 1-94) relating to electrification. Coordinates with generation companies and/or energy resource developers for the effective implementation and compliance with Rule 29 of EPIRA Implementing Rules and Regulations (ER 1-94). Coordinates with various government agencies, electric power industry participants, consumer groups, etc. (e.g. NEA, ERC, NPC-SPUG, PSALM, TRANSCO, various IPPs, and their Community Relations (COMRELs) Officers, Meralco, ECs) on matters related to the above-enumerated functions. Performs Ad Hoc functions as may be assigned. Nonelectrification Project Management and Administration Formulates policy recommendations on the implementation of Rule 29 of EPIRA Implementing Rules and Regulations (ER 1-94) relating to developmental, livelihood, watershed management, health, and environmental enhancement projects (Non-Electrification Projects). Oversees the implementation and management of nonelectrification projects. Evaluates proposals for nonelectrification projects funded through Rule 29 of EPIRA Implementing Rules and Regulations (ER 1-94). Conducts technical inspections of all nonelectrification projects for funding under ER 1-94. Undertakes information and education campaigns on Rule 29 of EPIRA Implementing Rules and Regulations (ER 1-94) relating to nonelectrification projects. Provides inputs in the preparation of PEP/PDP. Coordinates with various government agencies, electric power industry participants, consumer groups, etc. (e.g., NEA, ERC, NGOs, Legislators, LGUs, various IPPs and their community relations (COMRELs) Officers, etc.) on matters related to the above-enumerated functions. Performs Ad Hoc functions as may be assigned

Four (4) Pre-Determined Areas (PDAs) shall be offered for investment, exploration, development and production of the BARMM's indigenous resources, as mandated by the Intergovernmental Energy Board (IEB). “This is another milestone for the Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Administration in advancing the development of the BARMM, following the landmark signing of the Intergovernmental Energy Board (IEB) Circular on the Joint Award of Petroleum Service Contract (PSCs) and Coal Operating Contracts (COCs) in the BARMM area in July 2023,” Energy Secretary Raphael P.M. Lotilla said. “The resources identified in the BARMM area are enormous assets that we can fully develop. As we go another step forward to harnessing these assets, our aspirations for promoting economic growth, generating employment opportunities, and nurture a thriving business landscape in the region are even closer to realization,” the Secretary added. The IEB Circular on the Joint Award of PSCs and COCs in the BARMM was signed on 06 July 2023. It operationalizes the provision under Section 10, Article XIII of Republic Act No. 11054 or the Organic Law for the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region to jointly grant rights, privileges, and concessions for the exploration, development, and utilization of uranium and fossil fuels such as petroleum, natural gas, and coal within the territorial jurisdiction of the Bangsamoro.