DATE: March 22, 2023
SESSION NUMBER: Seventh
SPEAKER: Dir. Patrick T. Aquino
TOPIC: Updates on the Implementation of the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act
Figure 1.1 The First Speaker
The figure above shows some information for the first technical speaker of the afternoon
session held on March 22, 2023, Wednesday at the Amphitheater of the Batangas Capitol. He is
Director Patrick T. Aquino, a Director IV at Department of Energy in the Philippines. Since he
cannot attend the face-to-face seminar, we, the attendees, still heard the topic or the things he
wants to share with us, via zoom. And his topic was all about “Updates on the Implementation of
the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act”.
Leading Innovations, Transforming Lives, Building the Nation
Figure 1.2 RA 11285
In this segment, Dir. Aquino first discussed the general provisions of the RA 11285. The
Act shall be known as the “Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act”. He also discussed some of
the definition of terms included in this Act. He emphasized the CECO or the Certified Energy
Conservation Officer who is responsible for the supervision of the facilities of Type 1 designated
establishments. And Certified Energy Manager for Type 2. He also included in his discussion the
roles and responsibilities of the 22 government agencies. All of them shall ensure the efficient
use of energy in their respective area.
The 22 government agencies are the following:
DOE CHED DENR
BOI DBM DILG
CCC DepEd DPWH
COA DOF DOST
Leading Innovations, Transforming Lives, Building the Nation
DTI GFIs NCC
DOTr IC PSA
GCG NEDA TESDA
Figure 1.3 Republic Act No. 7638
The RA 7638 which is also known as Department of Energy Act 1992 is an act that
create the DOE, rationalize the organization and functions of government and agencies related
too energy, and for other purpose. This Act was approved on December 9, 1992 that will ensure
a continuous, adequate, and economic supply of energy with the end.
Leading Innovations, Transforming Lives, Building the Nation
Figure 1.4 Awarding of Token and Certificate
The figure above shows the awarding of certificate to Dir. Patrick T. Aquino via zoom.
The certificate was awarded to him for giving his valuable time and expertise to the hundreds of
attendees of the seminar. The seminar was composed of various Electrical Practitioners as well
as the students from the University of Batangas, Westmead, and Batangas State University- The
National Engineering University.
DATE: March 22, 2023
Leading Innovations, Transforming Lives, Building the Nation
SESSION NUMBER: Seventh
SPEAKER: Dr. Eric D. Tamondong, PEE
TOPIC: Electrical Engineering Trade & Practice Opportunities on Energy Efficiency &
Conservation Act RA11285
Figure 2.1 The Second Speaker
The seventh session of seminar was held in the provincial auditorium capitol site
Batangas City last March 22, 2023. The third speaker of the session was Dr. Eric D. Tamondong,
PEE, a professional electrical engineer having a total of 22 years experience in manufacturing
operations and engineering & maintenance, project management and engineering compliance.
technical consultancy and expertise in electrical system design, power system assessment, energy
management & audit, facilities management & utilities and plant operations and maintenance.
Leading Innovations, Transforming Lives, Building the Nation
Figure 2.2 The Electrical Engineering Trade and Practice Opportunities on RA
11285
In the introduction of his lecture on RA11258, the students were enlightened with the
knowledge that RA11258 is an act institutionalizing Energy Efficiency and Conservation,
Enhancing the Efficient use of Energy, and Granting Incentives to Energy Efficiency and
Conservation Projects. It goals to promote and encourage the development and utilization of
efficient renewable energy technologies and systems to ensure optimal use and sustainability of
the country’s energy resources. Reinforce related laws and other statutory provisions for a
comprehensive approach to energy efficiency, conservation, sufficiency, and sustainability in the
country; and ensure a market-driven approach to energy efficiency, conservation, sufficiency,
and sustainability in the country.
Leading Innovations, Transforming Lives, Building the Nation
Figure 2.3 Introduction About Electrical Engineer
He begin his discussion by introducing what is an electrical engineer what they do after
graduation, then what can you expect from a job as an electrical engineer. After this he also
discuss the skills, we need to hone and master and who can we enhance our own skills. He tells
us that we electrical engineer design, develop, test, and supervise the manufacture of electrical
equipment, such as electric motors, radar and navigation systems, communications systems, or
power generation equipment. Thou, we have a long way a head us we just need to believe in our
selves that we can do it and continue to improve our selves.
Leading Innovations, Transforming Lives, Building the Nation
Figure 2.4 Types of Designated Establishment
In his discussion he mentions the three types designated in an establishments, were in
type 1 establishments range 500, 000 to 4, 000, 000 kwh annual energy consumption and it needs
to employ a Certified Energy Conservation Officer (CECO). While type 2 establishments range
above 4, 000, 000 kwh annual energy consumption employ a Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
type 3 establishments range 100, 000kwh but less than 500, 000 kwh annual energy
consumption. Certified Energy Conservation Officer (CECO) and Certified Energy Manager
(CEM) certifications will be issued by CHED while Certified Energy Auditor certification will
be issued by DOE.
Leading Innovations, Transforming Lives, Building the Nation
DATE: March 22, 2023
SESSION NUMBER: Seventh
SPEAKER: Dr. Jeddper de Castro
TOPIC: Energy Audit and Management and Introduction to Upcoming Industry Professionals
Figure 3.1 The Third Speaker
The figure above shows some information for the third technical speaker of the afternoon
session held on March 22, 2023, Wednesday at the Amphitheater of the Batangas Capitol. He is
Dr. Jeddper de Castro And his topic was all about “Updates on the Implementation of the Energy
Efficiency and Conservation Act”.
Leading Innovations, Transforming Lives, Building the Nation
Figure 3.2 Energy Conservation Officer
According to the RA 11285, Energy Conservation Officer or the Certified Energy
Conservation Officer (CECO) is a professional who obtains a CECO certification after
demonstrating high levels of experience, competence, proficiency, and ethical fitness in the
energy management profession. This professional is then in charge of overseeing and
maintaining the facilities of Type 1 designated establishments for the proper management of
energy consumption as well as any other tasks deemed necessary for the efficient and prudent
use of energy under this Act.
Leading Innovations, Transforming Lives, Building the Nation
Figure 3.3 Role of Government
During this part of the seminar session, Dr. Jeddper de Castro already reaches the
responsibility and role of the government in conserving energy. As stated in the presentation, the
government must provide strategic direction and address market failures, but not dismantle
markets. It was clearly stated that the government has the obligation to support the market
problems specifically on energy. Also, considering the fact that long-term goals or plans must be
prioritized, government itself should be the creator of those paths that the market can follow.
Giving emphasis to the last part of the statement which is to do not override the current market.
It can be considered that the government should balance their decision while thinking about on
what could be the effect on it on the energy market. Simply saying that, government should
moderately control the market without destroying its current flow of system.
Leading Innovations, Transforming Lives, Building the Nation
Figure 3.4 Awarding of Certificate
This was the last part of the seminar, to be specific the awarding of certificate to the
technical speaker. On the photo, the plaque was given to Dr. Jeddper de Castro. It contains the
appreciation and recognition to the resource speaker for his valuable time and effort on
conducting the session about energy conservation. Officers of the IIEE was the one who gave the
appreciation letter. This will conclude the 3rd session of the seminar that was conducted on the
auditorium of the provincial capitol.
Leading Innovations, Transforming Lives, Building the Nation
