Title
Supreme Court
Creation of Nuclear Power Steering Committee
Law
Executive Order No. 243
Decision Date
May 12, 1995
To address the energy shortage in the Philippines, Executive Order No. 243 establishes a Nuclear Power Steering Committee responsible for assessing the viability of a nuclear power program and developing policies and plans for its implementation.

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.

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