Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Second Regular Session 
House Bill No. 10432 
Introduced by Representative Richard I. Gomez 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
The Municipality of Kananga, situated in the Province of Leyte, Philippines, is leading our nation 
in the field of renewable energy. For decades, Kananga has been host to three (3) geothermal power 
plants, all operated by the Energy Development Corporation (EDC). The Upper Mahiao Geothermal 
Power Plant has an installed capacity of 112.079 megawatts (MW), the Leyte Optimization Plant – 
30.000 MW, the Malitbog Geothermal Power Plant - 232.614MW (67%), and the Tongonan Geothermal 
Power Plant - 123MW, for a grand total of 497.693 MW of clean, renewable geothermal power supply. 
This translates to roughly 25.5% of the country’s total geothermal capacity.  
Through the passage of Presidential Proclamation No. 1412, series of 1975, then-President 
Ferdinand Marcos, Sr. initiated efforts to explore, develop, and utilize geothermal fields in Leyte, 
recognizing the immense potential of this baseload renewable energy source. This foresight laid the 
foundation for the establishment of what are now the Geothermal Power Plants in Kananga, the largest 
geothermal production fields in the Philippines. Kananga is also the home of the Malitbog Geothermal 
Power Plant, which is the largest geothermal power plant under one roof in the entire world.  
Geothermal energy is a vital component of the Philippines' energy mix, providing a clean, 
sustainable, and reliable source of power. This has proven to be, not only as source of climate-friendly 
energy but one that is resilient in the face of the global fluctuations in energy prices. 
Locally, the unified geothermal power plants in Kananga has brought about substantial economic 
benefits, creating employment opportunities, stimulating local businesses, and fostering socio-economic 
growth in the province. They have stood as beacons of stringent environmental standards, and leadership 
in environmental stewardship and cooperation with the surrounding LGUs.  
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Moreover, Kananga serves as a hub for education and research in the field of geothermal energy. 
Academic institutions and research organizations collaborate with industry stakeholders to enhance 
knowledge and innovation in geothermal technology, furthering the sustainable development of the 
energy sector. 
This bill seeks to recognize the Municipality of Kananga as the “Geothermal Capital of the 
Philippines,” as a testament to its role in the advancement of geothermal energy technology in the 
country. This designation not only recognizes Kananga's significant contributions to the nation's energy 
security but also its commitment to sustainable development and environmental conservation. 
In view of the foregoing, the passage of this bill is earnestly sought. 
RICHARD I. GOMEZ, DPA 


Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Second Regular Session 
House Bill No. 10432 
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Introduced by Representative Richard I. Gomez 
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AN ACT NAMING THE MUNICIPALITY OF KANANGA IN THE PROVINCE OF LEYTE 
AS THE GEOTHERMAL CAPITAL OF THE PHILIPPINES 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
SECTION 1. Declaration of Policy. – It is the policy of the State to: (a) protect and 
advance the right of the people to a balanced and healthful ecology in accord with the rhythm 
and harmony of nature; and (b) promote industrialization through industries that make full and 
efficient use of human and natural resources, and which are competitive in both domestic and 
foreign markets. 
Towards this end, the State hereby recognizes the critical role of the production of 
geothermal energy as a key driver for balanced economic growth and sustainable development, 
specifically the fulfillment of Sustainable Development Goal No.7 on ensuring access to 
affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all. 
SEC. 2. Geothermal Energy Capital of the Philippines.  –  In recognition of its status as 
the country’s biggest producer of geothermal energy and home to Malitbog Geothermal Power 
Plant - the largest geothermal power plant in one single roof in the world, the Municipality of 
Kananga, located in the Province of Leyte, Philippines, is hereby declared as the Geothermal 
Capital of the Philippines. 


SEC. 3. Repealing Clause. – All laws, decrees, orders, rules, and regulations or parts 
thereof inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed or modified accordingly. 
 
SEC. 4. Effectivity. – This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in at 
least two (2) newspapers of general circulation. 
 
 
 
Approved,