In a move to create a more investor-friendly environment and quicken the country’s clean energy transition, the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has joined the ceremonial signing of the Investments Facilitation Network (INFA-Net) Joint Memorandum Circular (JMC), led by the Department of Trade and Industry’s Board of Investments (DTI-BOI).

Held on June 2, 2025, the signing ceremony marked a renewed commitment among INFA-Net member agencies to improve coordination, reduce bureaucratic delays, and facilitate the timely approval of strategic energy and infrastructure projects.

ERC Chairperson and CEO Monalisa C. Dimalanta participated in the signing of the JMC titled “Strengthening the Coordination Mechanism between and among the INFA-Net Members and Integration of the Provisions of Executive Order No. 18, Series of 2023.” The document outlines measures to align government processes in support of projects classified as Strategic Investments.

The initiative is part of the government’s broader effort to encourage investment through “Green Lanes” established under EO 18, which prioritizes key projects in sectors such as energy, infrastructure, and manufacturing.

Earlier this year, the ERC received the Gawad Bayanihan sa Pamumuhunan award from the DTI-BOI for its proactive approach in accelerating the issuance of Certificates of Compliance (COCs) and Provisional Authorities to Operate (PAOs) for energy projects.

According to data from the DTI-BOI, of the PHP4.69 trillion worth of 187 new projects endorsed under the Green Lanes initiative, a substantial 91% are in renewable energy—reflecting the Philippines’ growing commitment to a low-carbon future.

The ERC’s participation in INFA-Net and recognition for regulatory efficiency underscore its vital role in enabling the country’s energy transition, while enhancing investor confidence in the sector.

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