The Department of Energy said Tuesday the Philippines now has 912 publicly accessible electric vehicle (EV) charging stations as of March 31, 2025, primarily concentrated in the National Capital Region.
The Comprehensive Roadmap for the Electric Vehicle Industry (CREVI) outlines a short-term goal of deploying 7,300 EV charging stations by 2028.
“Our goal of deploying over 7,000 EV charging stations by 2028 is ambitious but achievable. By combining infrastructure development with public engagement, we can accelerate the transition to EVs and build a cleaner, more sustainable transportation sector,” said Energy Utilization Management Bureau director Patrick Aquino in a statement.
The DOE said to accelerate EV adoption, it is introducing new regulatory initiatives and public consultations aimed at ensuring a safe, efficient and sustainable charging network.
The agency said it would publish the implementing guidelines on obligations of electric vehicle charging station (EVCS) providers and EVCS requirements, specifications and interconnectivity (IG-ORSI) this month as it recognizes the need for a robust regulatory framework.
The IG-ORSI will provide clear installation requirements for charging stations, particularly for Mode 4 chargers, which use direct current (DC) to deliver energy rapidly to EV batteries.