Law Summary
Creation and Composition of the Nuclear Power Steering Committee
- The Nuclear Power Steering Committee is established to provide policy, direction, monitoring, and evaluation for the nuclear power program.
- It prepares action plans, timetables, and work programs.
- It determines funding sources under guidelines from the Office of the President.
- Composition includes key Cabinet secretaries from the DOE, DOST, DENR, DECS, DOJ, NEDA, OPS, NPC President, PNRI Director, Presidential Assistant, and two private sector members appointed by the President.
- Members may be represented by alternates with prior notice.
- The Committee may create inter-agency subcommittees and seek assistance from government agencies or hire international technical consultants.
- It can request help from international organizations like the IAEA and UNDP.
- The NPC provides administrative and secretariat support.
Siting Study Subcommittee
- Led by the NPC with members from DENR, DOE, DOST, OP, and PNRI.
- Undertakes studies to identify potential sites for nuclear power plants nationwide.
- Proposes identified sites to the Office of the President for declaration as nuclear energy parks.
Subcommittee on Radioactive Waste Management
- Led by the PNRI in line with Republic Act No. 6969.
- Members include DOE, DENR, DOST, NPC, and OP representatives.
- Studies and identifies final disposal sites for radioactive waste.
- Develops disposal methods and takes key roles in establishing a National Radioactive Waste Management Center.
Subcommittee on Nuclear Energy-Related Legislation
- Led by the DOJ with members from DECS, DENR, DOE, DOST, NPC, OP, OPS, and PNRI.
- Drafts and advocates legislation necessary for the nuclear power program.
- Receives coordination and final reports from all other subcommittees created under the Executive Order.
Subcommittee on Nuclear Manpower Development Program
- Led by the DOST with collaboration from DECS, DOE, DENR, NPC, OP, and PNRI.
- Responsible for developing a nuclear manpower development program to support the nuclear power initiative.
Subcommittee on Nuclear Power Public Education and Information
- Led by the DECS with members from DENR, DOE, DOJ, DOST, NPC, OP, OPS, and PNRI.
- Formulates public education programs on nuclear power including training science teachers.
- Works to include nuclear-related subjects in engineering curriculums.
- Coordinates with the University of the Philippines for revival of a M.S. in Nuclear Engineering program.
Research and Development Programs
- The PNRI leads R&D in nuclear safety, establishing local baseline risk data.
- Conducts R&D on nuclear fuel cycles, uranium exploration, fuel development, and fabrication.
- Assisted by DOE and NPC representatives.
Feasibility Study on Nuclear Power Plant Operation
- NPC conducts feasibility studies for construction and operation of nuclear power plants aligning with the Power Development Program.
- Assisted by DENR, DOST, OP, and PNRI members.
Feasibility Studies on Nuclear Reactor Design Alternatives
- NPC evaluates advanced reactor designs prioritizing safety, economics, construction, and licensing time.
- Assisted by DENR, DOST, OP, and PNRI.
Funding Provisions
- Initial P10 million allocated from the Office of the President's Contingency Fund for program implementation and Committee activities.
- Committee must submit work and financial plans for fund release approval.
- Authorized to obtain supplemental funding from other government agencies.
- Subsequent funding to be determined by the Committee.
Reporting and Deadlines
- Initial report due within six months after the Executive Order’s effectivity.
- Report to include action plans, work programs, budgets, funding sources, legislative requirements, and other necessary details.
- Follow-up reports to be submitted every six months thereafter.
Effectivity of the Executive Order
- The order takes immediate effect upon issuance.
- Signed by President Fidel V. Ramos on May 12, 1995, with Executive Secretary TEOFISTO T. GUINGONA, JR. endorsing.