Question & AnswerQ&A (EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 23)
The purpose of Executive Order No. 23 is to amend Section 2 of Executive Order No. 338 by changing the chairmanship of the Energy Coordinating Council to better address the country's energy problems with a chairman who can devote full attention to energy issues.
Under Executive Order No. 338, the Executive Secretary, Office of the President, was designated as the Chairman of the Energy Coordinating Council.
The Presidential Adviser on Energy Affairs, Office of the President, is designated as the Chairman of the Energy Coordinating Council under Executive Order No. 23.
Members include the Executive Director, Office of Energy Affairs; President, Philippine National Oil Company; President, National Power Corporation; Administrator, National Electrification Administration; Secretary of the Department of Trade and Industry; Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources; Secretary of the Department of Finance; Secretary of the Department of Justice; and two representatives from the private sector.
The members of the Council shall elect from among themselves a Vice-Chairman.
Because the country's energy problems had increased significantly, requiring the chairmanship to be assigned to an official who can devote full attention, time, and effort to energy issues.
Past experience showed that consultations and coordination with the Departments of Trade and Industry, Environment and Natural Resources, Finance and Justice, and the private sector are relevant and helpful in solving the energy crisis.
Yes, the Executive Order No. 23 takes effect immediately upon its issuance.
Amending Section 2 changes the composition and chairmanship of the Energy Coordinating Council to enhance coordination and effective management of energy issues in the country.