ERC needs teeth to regulate energy provider, says Sen. Gatchalian | Inquirer News

ERC needs teeth to regulate energy provider, says Sen. Gatchalian

/ 05:38 PM August 19, 2023

ERC needs teeth to regulate energy provider, says Sen. Gatchalian

Sen. Win Gatchalian (Senate PRIB)

MANILA, Philippines —Senator Sherwin Gatchalian is advocating for the nation’s energy regulatory body to have the authority to penalize energy providers and companies.

Gatchalian said the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) needs enhanced powers to address lapses in the country’s power security.

Article continues after this advertisement

He said he is particularly concerned about delays from the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines in its transmission projects.

FEATURED STORIES

“ERC is one of the most important actors in the energy sector, so we have to make sure that it has enough power to penalize,” Gatchalian said.

In 2022, Gatchalian introduced Senate Bill 487, aimed at bolstering the commission’s powers and improving its governance structure.

Article continues after this advertisement

RELATED STORIES
Slow drop of power rates in PH seen in coming months — ERC
NGCP hit over execs’ fat pay amid project delays

Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again.
Your subscription has been successful.

Subscribe to our daily newsletter

By providing an email address. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy.

TAGS: Energy Regulatory Commission

Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again.
Your subscription has been successful.

Subscribe to our newsletter!

By providing an email address. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy.

© Copyright 1997-2024 INQUIRER.net | All Rights Reserved

This is an information message

We use cookies to enhance your experience. By continuing, you agree to our use of cookies. Learn more here.