House of Representatives Deputy Speaker Ralph Recto recommends promoting energy saving in order to reduce the cost of fuel and utilities for the government.
Senate President Miguel Zubiri passed a bill promoting a framework for waste-to-energy facilities to address waste management problems and find a new energy source.
Aboitiz Power Corporation held a groundbreaking ceremony on the construction of a new geothermal power plant in Albay to provide an alternative source of energy to residents.
A lawmaker initiated the passing of a bill that would establish the building Philippine Renewable Energy Corporation to give emphasis on the development of renewable energy sources in the Philippines.