The experience of South Africa on the site selection of Renewable Energy (RE) projects and the plow-back of part of the profits to communities that host them so as to further the local host’s all-around development merits our attention and study. Here’s an article about it: power-to-the-people.net/2014/08/how-renewable-energy-policy-can-address-developmental-goals/ In light of this, let us then revisit the various Philippine laws and issuances that have direct bearing on this matter. To mention three, PD 910 that mandates the Malampaya Fund, R.A. 9136 known as “Electric Power Industry Reform Act of 2001,” and R.A. 9513 known as Renewable Energy Act of 2008 should be reviewed and amended in the light of the intent to make RE address and contribute to the attainment of equitable developmental goals. Attached are copies of the aforementiones laws. lawphil.net/statutes/presdecs/pd1976/pd_910_1976.html neda.gov.ph/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/R.A.-9136.pdf https://doe.gov.ph/issuances/republic-act/627-ra-9513 What’s your opinion? As far as I am concerned, I think the OFWs and Dual Citizens should take a more active and assertive role in the implementation of RE programs and projects. You should take note and take to heart paragraph 5 of the article: “active citizenship, strong leadership and effective government” working “towards social cohesion and wellbeing.” OFWs and Duals, including those who are aspiring for national and local positions, can you come forward?
Posted on: Wed, 15 Oct 2014 09:21:27 +0000
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