Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

Introduced by Rep. Rodante D. Marcoleta and Rep. Caroline L. Tanchay

EXPLANATORY NOTE

It is the policy of the State to accelerate the utilization of Renewable Energy
resources in the country for self-sufficiency and cleaner energy. consistent with
Republic Act No. 9513 or the Renewable Energy Act of 2008

In 20111. the government, through the National Renewable Energy Program. has
set a target to triple its renewable energy-based installed capacity by the year 2030.
However, recent data provide that the share of Renewable Energy in the power
generation mix has declined, ie. from 34% in 2008 to 21% in 2021 of the total power
generated! This triggered a realignment of the country’s energy goals by the
Department of Energy (DOE) through its amended Philippine Energy Plan (PEP)
2020-2040, In the PEP. the country is now aiming to achieve 35% renewable energy
in the total power generation mix by 2030, then 50% by 2040, To attain this, 73.900
MW of additional capacity for renewable energy is required?

One of the most reliable and least carbon-intensive means of electricity
generation is solar energy. During the energy generation. solar power produces no
emissions and smaller carbon footprint in total Solar energy has a huge potential to
expand efficient power generation and increase the percentage of clean energy in the
country’s generation mix

To accelerate the country’s renewable energy capacity and to streamline
operations for efficiency. which will benefit the people. the environment. and the
country as a whole. it is valuable to further tap and increase the solar energy capacity
of the country by establishing a Solar Park in the Laguna Bay. an area with promising

RE Plan Targets 35% Share of Power Generation by
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> PHL Wants 35% Renewables in Energy Mix by 2030, S0% by 2040, 18 October 2021,
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‘The Promise of Solar Energy: a Low-Carbon Fnergy Strategy for the 2M Century
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potential for large-scale floating solar projects! With reliable research and study, the
Laguna Bay area may also be used for other potential renewable energy projects.

In view of the foregoing, the immediate approval of this measure is earnestly
sought.

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* Laguna Bay to Host Solar Projects, 19 February 2022,
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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City, Metro Manila

NINETEENTH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

163

HOUSE BILL NO.

Introduced by Rep. Rodante D. Marcoleta and Rep. Caroline L. Tanchay

AUTHORIZING THE

PARK OVER LAGUNA BAY TO ACCELERATE THE RENEWAB |

CAPACITY IN THE PHILIPPE AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR THIS.
PURPOSE

Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines
in Congress assembled:

SECTION 1. This Act shall be known as the “Laguna Bay Solar Park

Development Act of 2022”.

ION 2. Declaration of Policies and Objectives ~ It is the policy of the
State to accelerate the exploration and development of renewable energy resources,
including solar power, to attain sustainability. energy self-reliance, and promotion of
efficient and cost-effective commercial application of renewable energy systems

s ION 3. Establishment of Laguna Bay Renewable Energy Park There
shall be established on Laguna Bay. Province of Laguna, a Renewable Energy Park.
which will, initially be an exclusive zone of solar power tarms and projects. The
Renewable Energy Park shall be under the direct control and supervision of the
Department of the Energy. which shall determine the maximum energy capacity of the
Renewable Energy Park. The Laguna Bay may be used for the development and
operation of other renewable energy projects such as hydropower facilities. subject to

the review and approval of the DOF.

s ION 4. Appropriations ~The amount as may be necessary for the initial
implementation of this Act shall be taken from the current appropriations of the DOE.
Thereafter. the fund necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act shall be included
in the annual General Appropriations Act.


SECTION 5. /mplementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) ~ Within ninety (90)
days from the effectivity of this Act, the Department of Energy, as the lead agency.
together with the ERC, and other public and private stakeholders representing
consumers and sectors affected by this Act. shall promulgate the necessary
implementing rules and regulations of this Act: Provided. That prior to its effectivity,
the drafi of the IRR shall be posted at the DOE website for at least one month, and shall

be published in at least two newspapers of general circulation.

SECTION 6. Sepurability Clause - If. for any reason. any provision of this Act
or any part thereof shall be held unconstitutional and invalid, the other parts or
provisions of this Act. which are not affected thereby, shall remain in full force and

effect,

ances, orders, letters oF

SECTION 7. Repealing Clause - All laws, decrees
instructions, administrative orders. rules and regulations or parts thereof contrary to or
inconsistent with any of the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed, amended. or
modified accordingly

SECTION 8, Effectivity - This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
publication in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation,

Approved.