EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 254 June 30, 1995
CREATING THE PHILIPPINE GAS PROJECT TASK FORCE
WHEREAS, it is the policy of the State to ensure a continuous, adequate and economic supply of energy;
WHEREAS, natural gas deposits of at least 2.5 trillion cubic feet discovered in offshore Malampaya/Camago by Service Contractors under Service Contract No. 38 (Shell Exploration B. V. and Occidental Philippines, Inc.) potentially represent the country's largest indigenous source of fossil fuel;
WHEREAS, the Government is committed to pursue the development and utilization of the Malampaya/Camago gas reserves for power generation through a Philippine Gas Project with the end in view of providing a long-term market for the gas, which potential resource level is projected to supply 400 million standard cubic feet of gas per day equivalent to 3,000 megawatts of baseload generating capacity;
WHEREAS, the Philippine Gas Project (PGP) shall involve operations consisting of the development of the Malampaya/Camago gas field, and the development and constitution of offshore production pipeline systems from the offshore production area to onshore gas-fired...
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Creating the philippine gas project task force
Executive Order No. 254
EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 254
Summary:
Creation of the Philippine Gas Project Task Force
- Sec. 1: Composition
-- Chaired by the Secretary of Energy
-- Members include heads or representatives from various government agencies and two private sector representatives appointed by the President
-- May create sub-committees and hire technical consultants
-- Department of Energy to provide technical, administrative, and secretariat support
- Sec. 2: Powers and Functions
-- Conduct studies to determine long-term markets for Malampaya/Camago gas (Sec. 2a)
-- Formulate action plans and work programs for the Philippine Gas Project (PGP) (Sec. 2b)
-- Coordinate implementation of PGP component work programs (Sec. 2c)
-- Monitor and review issues affecting PGP implementation (Sec. 2d)
-- Identify and formulate policy measures to address issues (Sec. 2e)
-- Enhance collaboration among government agencies for PGP goals (Sec. 2f)
-- Monitor, coordinate, and ensure compliance with government rules and regulations (Sec. 2g)
-- Conduct periodic public consultations with local government units and affected communities (Sec. 2h)
-- Perform other necessary functions for PGP implementation (Sec. 2i)
- Sec. 3: Funds
-- First year funding from Department of Energy savings
-- Succeeding years funded from regular DOE appropriations
- Sec. 4: Effectivity
-- Order takes effect immediately
Summary:
Creation of the Philippine Gas Project Task Force
- Sec. 1: Composition
-- Chaired by the Secretary of Energy
-- Members include heads or representatives from various government agencies and two private sector representatives appointed by the President
-- May create sub-committees and hire technical consultants
-- Department of Energy to provide technical, administrative, and secretariat support
- Sec. 2: Powers and Functions
-- Conduct studies to determine long-term markets for Malampaya/Camago gas (Sec. 2a)
-- Formulate action plans and work programs for the Philippine Gas Project (PGP) (Sec. 2b)
-- Coordinate implementation of PGP component work programs (Sec. 2c)
-- Monitor and review issues affecting PGP implementation (Sec. 2d)
-- Identify and formulate policy measures to address issues (Sec. 2e)
-- Enhance collaboration among government agencies for PGP goals (Sec. 2f)
-- Monitor, coordinate, and ensure compliance with government rules and regulations (Sec. 2g)
-- Conduct periodic public consultations with local government units and affected communities (Sec. 2h)
-- Perform other necessary functions for PGP implementation (Sec. 2i)
- Sec. 3: Funds
-- First year funding from Department of Energy savings
-- Succeeding years funded from regular DOE appropriations
- Sec. 4: Effectivity
-- Order takes effect immediately