The Inter-Agency Energy Efficiency and Conservation Committee has ordered all government offices to purchase only energy-consuming products (ECPs) that meet the Department of Energy’s (DOE) minimum efficiency standards. This move aims to promote energy savings and reduce public spending.
The Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFIDA) is set to use the Philippine Coconut Authority’s (PCA) daily price monitoring system to track abaca prices more effectively.
Stakeholders in the Philippine coffee sector are urging the government to develop an updated roadmap to boost local coffee production, highlighting the country’s heavy reliance on imports.
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) announced plans to offer at least 50 mining assets with expired or cancelled contracts for competitive bidding, starting as early as next month.