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: 𝐍𝐮𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐟𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐛𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 The Philippines aims to have a fully operational, independent nuclear power regulatory commission by 2026. The timeline is in the draft Philippine Nuclear Energy Program 2024-2050 prepared by the Nuclear Energy Program-Inter-Agency Committee (NEP-IAC). The plan is subject to further consultations and input from involved agencies. The roadmap seeks to establish safety, security and safeguards in the country’s nuclear energy program, from licensing and construction to operation and decommissioning of the nuclear power plant. READ MORE: https://manilastandard.net/business/314482897/nuclear-energy-regulator-seen-functional-by-2026.html 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 In a joint statement on Tuesday, Aug. 13, private groups emphasized that the Philippines ranks third lowest in energy supply per capita in Southeast Asia; thus, the Department of Energy (DOE) must prioritize increasing power capacity. For this reason, the organizations expressed their support for the DOE and Energy Secretary Raphael P.M. Lotilla in crafting an energy policy tailored to the country's specific requirements. READ MORE: https://mb.com.ph/2024/8/13/private-sector-groups-stand-with-energy-chief Image sources: Manila Standard, PhilStar 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, Your Partner For Growth. Our roster of enthusiastic and experienced energy professionals is ready to make your electricity savings a reality! Visit mabuhayenergy.com or email us at sales@mabuhayenergy.com and schedule your free consultation to begin your energy savings journey! 🔌