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Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES,
Quezon City

TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

House BILL.No._307_

Introduced by: REP. SALVADOR A. PLEYTO, SR.

EXPLANATORY NOTE

Street lights play a crucial role in enhancing public safety, contributing significantly to the
well-being and security of communities around the nation. Well-lit streets and public spaces are
known to deter criminal activities, as they increase the likelihood of offenders being seen and
identified. Studies have consistently shown that areas with adequate lighting experience lower
rates of crime compared to poorly lit areas.

Road safety is another area where street lights make a significant impact. Poor lighting
conditions contribute to accidents by reducing visibility for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. Street
lights improve visibility on roadways and pedestrian paths. This visibility is crucial for preventing
accidents.

Traditional street lights however entail the use of electricity sourced from the power grid
of electric utility providers. This means that a huge amount of carbon emission is present to power
up all streetlights in the country, and that carbon emission drastically contribute to global warming

The application of solar street lighting has been on the rise, driven by advances in
renewable energy technology and a growing awareness of environmental  sust
Moreover, in the event of emergencies or natural disasters, solar street lights can be invaluable

Traditional power grids may be compromised during such events, leaving areas in
darkness and hampering rescue and recovery efforts. Solar street lights, with their independent
power sources, can continue to operate even when the grid is down, providing essential lighting
for emergency responders and aiding in the efficient execution of rescue operations. This resilience
makes solar street lights a key asset in disaster-prone areas, contributing to quicker response times
and potentially saving lives.

Solar street lights offer a number of advantages, including cost-effectiveness, reliabi
and ease of installation. However, they also have some disadvantages, such as being weather
dependent, having limited brightness, and requiring some maintenance. Despite these drawbacks,


solar street lights continue to be a popular choice for many communities and businesses, as they
provide a clean, sustainable, and cost-effective alternative to traditional street lighting,

This proposed measure seeks to mandate the use of renewable energy in illuminating all
the streets and highways nationwide, through the installation of solar street lights in lieu of the
traditional electric powered street lights.

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

SALVADOI LEYTO, SR.


Republic of the Philippines
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Quezon City

TWENTIETH CONGRESS
First Regular Session

HOUSE BILL NO. 307

Introduced by: REP. SALVADOR A. PLEYTO, SR.

AN ACT MANDATING THE INSTALLATION AND USE OF SOLAR STREETLIGHTS
NATIONWIDE, PROVIDING FUNDS THEREFOR, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

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

SECTION 1. Short Title. — This Act shall be known as the “Solar Street Lights Act of
2025.”

SEC. 2. Declaration of Policy. - Ivis hereby declared the policy of the State to:

a) Accelerate the exploration and development of renewable energy resources
such as, but not limited to, biomass, solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, and ocean
energy sources, including hybrid systems, to achieve energy self-reliance to
reduce the country's dependence on fossil fuels and thereby minimize the
country's exposure to price fluctuations which affects the economy;

6) Alll citizens of the State shall benefit ftom the renewable energy program of the
government.

SEC. 3. Scope ~ Alll national, provincial, municipal, city, and barangay roads and streets
shall use solar street lights to illuminate the night through which its citizens traverse.

SEC. 4. Role of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) ~ The DOST shail
coordinate with other departments of the government and thereafter conduct a study as to how
‘many solar street lights will be needed to be installed in the entire country. It shall provide the
necessary information or specifications as to how much wattage, battery capacity, number of solar



panels needed, and distance between each solar street light to standardize the same and ensure light
is delivered on certain type and width of road or street.

The DOST shall likewise provide a priority list of barangays, municipalities, cities, and
provinces that will benefit from the provisions of this Act. The list shall be based on a reasonable
criterion taking into consideration the urgency of providing adequate street light supply and the
population of the place.

SEC. 5. Role of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) ~The DPWH
shall carry out the programming, planning, construction and maintenance of the solar street lights
in every provincial, municipal, city, and barangay roads covered by this Act.

SEC. 6. Sourcing — In the purchase of solar street lights for installation and use, local
businesses shall be given priority in supplying the government. A higher priority shall be given to
local manufacturers of solar street lights.

SEC. 7. Appropriation — The amount necessary for the implementation of this Act shall be
included in the annual General Appropriations Act.

SEC. 8. Implementing Rules and Regulations. ~ Within sixty (60) days from the effectivity
of this Act, the Department of Public Works and Highways, in consultation with the DOST, shall
promulgate the necessary implementing rules and regulations for the effective implementation of
the provisions of this Act.

SEC. 9. Separability Clause -If any provision of this Act is held unconstitutional, other
provisions not affected thereby shall remain valid and binding.

SEC. 10. Repealing Clause. — All other laws, decrees, executive orders, issuances, rules
and regulations, or part thereof inconsistent with this Act are hereby likewise repealed or amended
accordingly.

SEC. 11. Effectivity Clause. — This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days following the
completion of its publication in the Official Gazette or in two (2) newspapers of general circulation

Approved,