Energy cost is a critical concern for businesses of all sizes, particularly for Designated Establishments (DEs) in the Philippines.
The Department of Energy (DOE) wants to address this and has established clear guidelines and obligations for DEs to ensure efficient energy use and conservation.
Being a DOE-registered Energy Service Company, Vega Energy Services is committed to guiding businesses in meeting these requirements through comprehensive energy audits and tailored solutions.
R.A. 11285 Updated Thresholds for Designated Establishments (DEs)
The Department of Energy has released these thresholds below which require Energy Efficiency (EE) practitioners, and energy audit levels for Designated Establishments (DEs) across all sectors.
Please see the details below:
DOE Compliance Obligations for Designated Establishments (DE)
The EEC Act mandates that DEs must:
- Implement Energy Management Systems: Integrate energy management practices into their operations.
- Undergo Energy Audits: Conduct regular energy audits based on their energy consumption level.
- Employ EE Practitioners: Appoint certified energy professionals to manage energy efficiency initiatives.
- Submit Annual Reports: Submit annual energy consumption and energy efficiency and conservation reports to the DOE via their online submission portal.
Streamlining Energy Compliance Reporting Through Digital Innovation
The Department of Energy (DOE) has introduced a new digital platform, the Designated Establishments Online Submission (DEOS) Portal, designed to simplify compliance requirements for all Designated Establishments (DEs) under the Energy Efficiency and Conservation (EEC) Act (Republic Act No. 11285) and its Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR).
This initiative is detailed in the Implementing Guidelines (IG) on the Enhanced Compliance of Designated Establishments (DE) with the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act through the DE Online Submission (DEOS) Portal | January 2025.
The DE Online Submission (DEOS) Portal serves as your centralized platform for submitting mandatory energy reports, established through Department Circulars DC2023-12-0036, DC2023-12-0037, DC2023-12-0038.
Through this portal, DEs can efficiently submit:
- Annual Energy Efficiency and Conservation Reports (AEECR)
- Annual Energy Utilization Reports (AEUR)
- Energy Audit Reports (EAR)
Vega Energy Services: Your Partner in Energy Efficiency and Compliance!
Vega Energy Services is a DOE-registered Energy Service Company (ESCO), Recognized Training Institution (RTI), and Solar PV Installer with a team of certified energy professionals, including Certified Energy Managers (CEMs) and Certified Energy Auditors (CEAs).
We offer comprehensive services to help you achieve energy efficiency and compliance, including:
Level 1 – Walk-through Energy Audit: Provides a quick overview of energy consumption and identifies potential cost-saving measures.
Level 2 – Comprehensive Energy Audit: Offers an in-depth evaluation and data analysis, resulting in specific savings measures with accurate cost-benefit analysis.
R.A. 11285 Compliance Services: We guide you through the compliance process, from energy audits to report submissions.
Training Programs: We offer Certified Energy Manager (CEM) and Certified Energy Auditor (CEA) training courses to develop your in-house energy management expertise.
All About Compliance: GEMP Online System and Energy Audits
Republic Act No. 11285, or the Energy Efficiency and Conservation (EEC) Act, through the Government Energy Management Program (GEMP) aims to enhance energy efficiency across government operations. This law is further reinforced by Administrative Order No. 15, s. 2024 (AO 15), which intensifies efforts towards electricity and fuel conservation. Through these measures, the Department of Energy aims to significantly improve government-wide energy efficiency.
In compliance with Inter-Agency Energy Efficiency and Conservation Committee (IAEECC) Resolutions and relevant DOE Department Circulars, all Government Entities (GEs) are now required to implement systematic energy conservation practices. This includes conducting regular energy audits and submitting standardized reports through the GEMP online system.
Vega Energy Services: Your Partner in Energy Efficiency
As a DOE-registered Energy Service Company (ESCO), we specialize in conducting comprehensive energy audits. Our expertise lies in optimizing energy consumption, and we offer a range of services, including:
Energy Audits (Level 1 & 2): We provide detailed reports with actionable recommendations to reduce energy waste and enhance efficiency.
R.A. 11285 Compliance Services: We help Government Entities (GEs) meet the regulatory requirements of the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act.
GEMP Training: Our training programs cover energy efficiency principles, project development, financing, and energy auditing best practices.
Don’t wait! Start your compliance journey today.
Contact Vega Energy Services for a FREE consultation and learn how we can help you optimize energy consumption, reduce costs, and achieve compliance with the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act (R.A. 11285).
