The Climate Change Commission (CCC) called for a just and inclusive energy transition to give communities and various sectors time and support to adjust.
The agency made the call as part of the commemoration of the International Day of Clean Energy in late January.
CCC vice chairperson and executive director Robert E.A. Borje stressed the importance of a gradual and inclusive approach.
“To reduce climate impacts, we must carefully and progressively move away from fossil fuels toward clean energy solutions.
Borje added that clean energy sources identified under national climate and energy frameworks include hydropower, geothermal, solar, wind and biomass, with grid modernization and smart grid technologies supporting the integration of these renewable energy sources into the power system.
The energy sector, according to the Philippines’ Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement, is a key contributor to the country’s emissions reduction efforts.
The NDC plan, developed and submitted during the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., underscores the need to scale up renewable energy deployment, with the Philippines targeting an increased share of renewable energy in the power generation mix by 2030 to reduce dependence on fossil fuels.
The CCC noted that coal, oil and gas contribute significantly to greenhouse gas emissions, driving extreme weather and rising temperatures.
Transitioning to clean energy is a key step toward a safer and more sustainable future.
A shift to clean energy brings tangible benefits for people and the planet. Renewable energy reduces air pollution, improves public health, lowers long-term energy costs and protects ecosystems that communities rely on for food, water and livelihoods.
The CCC cited ongoing initiatives that support the country’s just transition to clean energy, including capacity-building programs for local governments, partnerships with private sector developers and policies that encourage renewable energy investments.
These efforts aim to ensure that communities are empowered and prepared to participate in the shift toward sustainable energy.
“Clean energy is not just about technology; it is about people and communities. Our programs focus on raising awareness, providing training, and creating opportunities so that everyone can benefit from a sustainable energy future,” Borje said. CCC News
The International Day of Clean Energy was declared by the United Nations General Assembly through resolution A/77/327 to raise global awareness on the role of clean energy in addressing climate change.
As the country joined the global observance, the CCC called for stronger awareness and collective action to advance a green transition that leaves no one behind. CCC News
