Participating Agencies and Entities
- Department of Energy (DOE)
- National Electrification Administration (NEA)
- National Power Corporation - Small Power Utilities Group (NPC-SPUG)
- Department of Agrarian Reform - Socialized Housing and Utilities Sector (DAR-SPOTS)
- Energy Development Corporation (EDC)
- KEPHILCO
- WINROCK-AMORE
- TEAM ENERGY
- Manila Electric Company (MERALCO)
- Local government units such as Municipalities of Bumbaran and Claveria
- Provincial Government of Palawan
Challenges Faced
- Last mile barangays present difficulties due to location in problematic areas.
- Bureaucratic delays from the flow of transactions and document processing within agencies.
Adoption of ER Sticker as a Solution
- Introduction of an "Expanded Rural Electrification Program (ER) sticker" to signal urgency and priority.
- Sticker size specified as 1.5 inches by 1.5 inches.
- Placement mandated on the upper right-hand corner of documents related to barangay electrification.
- The sticker features the Philippine map and logos of all participating agencies.
Purpose and Effect of the ER Sticker
- It serves as a communication tool demanding fast and immediate action from approving officials.
- Intended to expedite processing and prevent undue delays in documents concerning electrification.
- Reinforces commitment to meet the deadline for 100% barangay electrification by the end of 2009.
Implementation and Enforcement
- All players and implementers involved in barangay electrification are enjoined to adopt and use the ER sticker.
- The circular directing this measure takes effect immediately upon issuance.
Legal and Administrative Issuance
- The circular was issued by the Secretary of the Department of Energy.
- Adoption date: May 19, 2009.
- The sticker's design and text are available for reference at the Office of the National Administrative Register, U.P. Law Complex, Diliman, Quezon City.