(NAR) VOL. 19 NO. 2 / APRIL - JUNE 2008
1.) | Aggressive promotion of energy conservation and energy efficient technology through the conduct of appropriate information, education and communication campaign, energy audits/surveys, and spot checks without prejudice to the employees/officials' productivity and performance; |
2.) | Purchase and use of appliances and equipment to be selected only from the list of DOE-certified efficient products as posted in the DOE website and as may be endorsed by DOE through other means, whenever applicable; |
3) | Adherence to the provisions of the National Building Code (PD1096), particularly on the implementation of the "Guidelines for the Energy Conserving Design of Buildings and Utility Systems"; |
4) | Adoption of energy efficiency concepts in the procurement practices of the government; |
5) | Formulation of plans and programs to achieve at least ten percent (10%) reduction in electricity consumption; |
6) | Use of alternative fuels in government vehicles, among others, to help achieve at least ten percent (10%) fuel reduction in transport fuel consumption; and |
7) | Periodic review of the effectiveness of the energy efficiency and conservation program to include, but not limited to, the phased-in replacement program for lighting in existing or renovated government facilities. |
a) Energy Utilization Management Bureau;2) The EAT shall have the following functions:
b) Energy Research and Testing Laboratory Services;
c) Information Technology and Management Services; and
d) Energy Policy and Planning Bureau.
a) Conduct energy efficiency seminars, energy surveys, audits and spot checks;The EAT shall prepare and submit a summary report to the President of the Philippjnes on or before the third (3rd) week following the month under review, together with the recommended sanctions, if any, for erring government entities.
b) Ensure that each government entity designates a senior official as its ECO who will be responsible for the development and implementation of energy efficiency and conservation measures;
c) Liaise with local government units and encourage them to implement energy efficiency and conservation measures consistent with AO Nos. 103, 110, 110-A and 126;
d) Coordinate with the ECOs for the proper and effective implementation of energy efficiency measures;
e) Require ECOs to submit monthly electricity and fuel consumption reports;
f) Post in a conspicuous place the Agency Rating as a result of the Spot Check it has conducted, following the rating scheme as shown in Annex "A"*;
g) Validate the monthly and annual savings reports submitted by government entities-
h) Follow-up on its findings of deficiency in each agency and ensure that theSo deficiencies are properly addressed; and,
i) Adopt other measures not contrary to existing laws, rules and regulations for th strict implementation of the ECP and other energy-related austerity measures
1) | Each government entity shall adopt and implement an electricity efficiency and conservation program to reduce monthly electricity consumption by at least ten (10%) percent benchmarked on the average monthly consumption during the 1si semester of 2004; | ||
2) | The following measures shall be implemented by all government entities for particular appliance , equipment and accessories: | ||
a) | Operate air-conditioning systems (unitary type or centralized) as follows: | ||
(i) | Limit their operation/use to six (6) hours, preferably from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. The operation/use of air-conditioning systems may be extended to a maximum duration of eight (8) hours during summer months (March to May) upon the discretion of the Head of Agency. In sensitive and customer service areas, their operation/use beyond eight (8) hours may be allowed; Provided that the Head of the Agency supervising such areas shall secure a Memorandum of Exemption (MOE) from the EAT, thereafter, upon verification, the EAT shall issue MOE to the concerned Agency; | ||
Sensitive areas refer to areas with certain temperature requirements such as classified military facilities, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas printing and minting areas, medicine stock areas in government hospitals, computer server rooms and data bank centers, among others, | |||
(ii) | Set thermostat control to achieve room temperature of 25°C; | ||
(iii) | Set at fan mode from 12:00 noon to 1:00 pm; and | ||
(iv) | Observe regular maintenance servicing and regular cleaning and replacemen of filters as necessary. | ||
b) | Electric fans, blowers and other cooling devices may be used during the 12:00 noon to 1:00 pm break period in lieu of air-conditioning units; | ||
c) | Mandatory replacement of: | ||
(i) | All 40 watt fluorescent lamp tubes with 36 watt or less slim type lamp tubes; | ||
(ii) | All 20 watt fluorescent lamp tubes with 18 watt or less slim type lamp tubes; | ||
(iii) | All rapid start electromagnetic ballasts with preheat type electromagnetic ballasts or electronic ballasts; and | ||
(iv) | AH incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs); | ||
d) | Lights shall be turned off during lunch breaks and after office hours, except in offices where continuous work or service to the public is being conducted; | ||
e) | Computers are strictly for official use only and shall be shut down when not in use; and | ||
f) | Elevators shall be programmed to bypass the 2nd floor or, if possible, set to service alternate floors. A sign to this effect shall be placed conspicuously at the entrance of the elevator for the proper guidance of agency employees and visitors; Provided that the physically-challenged and those with heavy loads shall not be prevented from using the elevator to reach each floor. |
1) | Each government entity shall adopt and implement a program that will reduce its fuel consumption by at least ten (10%) percent benchmarked on the average monthly consumption during the 1sl semester of 2005. | ||
2) | The following measures shall be immediately implemented by all government entities for its vehicles: | ||
a) | Use/purchase or lease of vehicles capable of using Alternative Fuel; | ||
b) | Use of biodiesel products that comply with the Philippine National Standard (PNS 2020:2003) by blending a DOE-accredited biodiesel product with the diesel to comply with one percent (1%) Coco-Methyl Ester (CME) for use in all diesel-fed vehicles, pursuant to Memorandum Circular (MC) No. 55, series of 2004; and | ||
c) | Adoption of the maintenance and driving tips indicated hereunder; | ||
i) | Proper inflation and alignment of tires and proper alignment and balancing of wheels; | ||
ii) | Periodic/regular oil change and oil filter replacement; | ||
iii) | Regular engine tune-up and replacement of air and fuel filters; | ||
iv) | Proper scheduling of daily trips to avoid unnecessary short trips; | ||
v) | Smooth/moderate acceleration of vehicles and driving at a steady pace to avoid unnecessary and repetitious speeding up and slowing down; | ||
vi) | Strict prohibition on idling of engines when vehicle is parked; and | ||
vii) | Prohibition on overloading of vehicle. | ||
3) | To develop a more dynamic and effective program for the rational use of energy, the following acts are hereby prohibited: | ||
a) | The use of government vehicles for purposes other than official business: Provided, that in every case, the trip ticket authorizing the use of the vehicle shall be displayed on the windshield or in a conspicuous place on the vehicle: Provided, further, that vehicles used by intelligence and investigative agencies of the government shall not be covered by this provision; | ||
b) | The use of government vehicles on Saturdays, Sundays, legal holidays, or out of the regular office hours or outside the route of the officials or employees authorized to use them, or by any person other than such official or employee, shall, unless properly authorized, be prima facie evidence of the violation of this paragraph |
1) | Prepare, formulate and submit for approval to the Head of the government entity the design, plan and implementation, monitoring and evaluation scheme for the ECP consistent with the provisions of AO Nos. 103, 110, 110-Aand 126 and this IRR; |
2) | Submit to the EAT not later than the 15th day of January of each year the approved annual ECP. The ECP shall include energy conservation measures, target savings, motor vehicle inventory, and other strategies as stated in Rule HI, Section 1 of this IRR, the total annual electricity and fuel consumption and savings for the one (1) year period covering September 2005 -August 2006 and every year thereafter; |
3) | In case of modification at any point /time of the year, the revised ECP must be resubmitted to EAT, which shall likewise include a list of energy efficient equipment/ materials/devices , and/or service vehicles to be procured or already procured; and |
4) | Provide regular update to contain monthly breakdown on the Energy Performance of the government entity, utilizing the Electricity Consumption Report Form attached as Annex "B1* and the Fuel Consumption Report Form attached as Annex "B2"*, and to submit a report to the EAT not later than the 15th day of the month following the period to be reported. |
1.) | Savings from Electricity Use- The amount of savings in kilowatt-hour (kWh) during the reporting month shall be equivalent to the reduction in the monthly electricity consumption as benchmarked on the average monthly electricity consumption for the 1sl semester of 2004. |
Monthly Savings in Electricity, kWh = Jan. to June 2004 Ave. Monthly Electricity Consumption less Monthly Electricity Consumption. | |
To compute for the equivalent Peso Savings, multiply the monthly kWh savings in electricity by the current average electricity rates per kWh (P/kWh). | |
Monthly Savings in Electricity (kWh) x Peso / kWh average rate for that period = equivalent Peso Savings | |
The Annual Saving shall be the cumulative saving for the twelve-month period £ Monthly savings for 12 months = Annual Savings (Pesos) | |
2) | Savings from Fuel Use - The amount of savings in liters during the reporting month shall be equivalent to the reduction in the monthly fuel consumption as benchmarked on the average monthly fuel consumption for the 1sl semester of 2005. |
a) Gasoline | |
Monthly Savings in Gasoline (Liters) = Jan. to June 2005 Ave. Monthly Gasoline Consumption less Monthly Gasoline Consumption. | |
To compute for the equivalent Peso Savings, multiply the monthly liters savings in gasoline by the current average gasoline rates per liters (P/liters). | |
Monthly Savings in Gasoline (liters.) x peso / liter equivalent for that period = equivalent Peso Savings | |
b) Diesel | |
Monthly Savings in Blended Diesel (Liters) = Jan. to June 2005 Monthly Diesel-Consumption less Present Month's Blended Diesel Consumption. | |
To compute for the equivalent Peso Savings, multiply the monthly blended diesel in liters savings in diesel by the current average diesel rates per liters (P/liters). | |
Monthly Savings in Blended Diesel (liters) x peso/liter equivalent for that period = equivalent Peso Savings | |
The Annual saving shall be the cumulative saving for the twelve-month period | |
Monthly savings for 12 months = Annual Savings (Peso) | |
Total Savings (P) = (Annual Electricity Savings + Annual Fuel savings) |
a) | For government entities that failed to attain the required minimum ten percent (10%) savings, the use of its savings shall be limited to only fifty percent (50%) of their accumulated savings in electricity consumption (in kWh) or petroleum products (in liters). |
b) | For government entities which attained ten percent (10%) savings or more, they may be allowed to use one hundred percent (100%) of their accumulated savings in electricity consumption (in kWh) or petroleum products (in liter). |
1) | The DOE, through the Energy Utilization and Management Bureau (EUMB), shall serve as lead unit in the implementation of energy efficiency and conservation program. Further, EUMB, through the Energy Research and Testing Laboratory (ERTLS), and in cooperation with DTI, shall continue to oversee and implement the Energy Labeling Program for lamps and ballasts. |
2) | The DBM, through its Procurement Service, shall assist the government entities in the procurement of energy efficient supplies and equipment based on the DOE certified specifications and/or ratings. |
3) | The DTI shall, in consultation with appropriate trade and industry associations, develop voluntary energy conservation programs through agreements with their respective members, which will target levels of reduction in electricity and petroleum products consumption following the provisions in this IRR. It shall likewise, provide complementary policies and activities to ensure that lighting products and other devices for that purpose shall meet the specifications under the Philippine National Standard (PNS), as well as applicable MEPS for consumer protection. |
4) | The DENR shall, in coordination with appropriate law enforcement agencies, enforce strictly the smoke-belching law for all vehicles. In addition, the DENR, through its Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) shall promulgate/implement policies consistent with proper appliance (aircon, other energy fixtures) and lamp waste management |
5) | The DPWH, in coordination with NHA and DepEd, shall implementthe energy efficient building on government housing and school buildings respectively, in accordance with the Guidelines for the Energy Conserving Design of Buildings and Utility Systems and all other government buildings/facilities and other relevant infrastructure development projects. 6) The DILG shall devise action plans to encourage the Local Government Units (LGLJs) on the use of efficient energy systems, including lighting and lighting products in their facilities. |
7) | The PIA-OPS shall launch a nationwide information dissemination campaign on energy conservation through broadcast and print media, including production and distribution of materials related and consistent with the provisions of this IRR that can be adopted at the family, community and industry level. |
(SGD.) ANGELO T. REYES | (SGD.) ROLANDO G. ANDAYA, JR. |
Secretary | Secretary |
Department of Energy | Department of Budget Management |