Stay informed of the latest happenings and headlines in the Philippine Power Industry with Mabuhay Energy’s Weekly News Spotlight! This week, we're featuring key articles from the Power Industry’s Regulatory sector that are shaping the energy landscape: Spotlight: PBBM names new ERC Officer-In-Charge President Ferdinand “Bongbong” R. Marcos Jr. has designated Jesse Hermogenes Andres as officer-in-charge chairperson and chief executive officer of the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC). This was announced by the Presidential Communications Office through a memorandum dated September 20. The designation is “effective immediately, until a replacement is designated or until otherwise directed by this office.” READ MORE: https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1985547/pco-on-erc-officercharge-chairperson-ceo DOE to help energy investors with NGA, LGU permits and issues In a statement to the media, Energy Secretary Raphael P.M. Lotilla conveyed that “the DOE is committed to work with the private sector and our partners in the national government agencies (NGA), and local government units (LGUs) to ensure that these approved investments will ripen into beneficial and tangible energy infrastructure for our people.” The DOE further vouched that “the government has simplified the application process for renewable energy development and duty-free importation incentives;” while also citing the creation of “new opportunities for new investments within existing contract areas, allowing them to apply for additional renewable energy contracts.” READ MORE: https://mb.com.ph/2024/9/18/doe-to-help-energy-investors-with-nga-lgu-permits-and-issues Do you want to stay abreast of the headlines in the Philippine Power Industry? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter today! Talk to our energy professionals by sending an email to info@mabuhayenergy.com. Mabuhay Energy, #YourPartnerForGrowth