RA11234: AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE ENERGY VIRTUAL ONE-STOP SHOP FOR THE PURPOSE OF STREAMLINING THE PERMITTING PROCESS OF POWER GENERATION, TRANSMISSION, AND DISTRIBUTION PROJECTS
Republic Act (RA) 11234, enacted on March 8, 2019, establishes an Energy Virtual One-Stop Shop (EVOSS) to streamline the permitting process for energy generation, transmission, and distribution projects in the Philippines. The Act aims to simplify and expedite the process, thereby promoting the development of energy projects in the country.
What is RA 11234?
RA 11234 introduces the EVOSS, an online platform that simplifies and expedites the application process for energy projects. This is crucial for improving the ease of doing business in the energy sector and attracting more investments.
Other Key Provisions:
EVOSS Steering Committee: The Act creates an EVOSS Steering Committee to oversee the implementation and operation of the EVOSS.
Time Frame for Action: The Act sets specific time frames for government agencies to act on applications, ensuring faster processing.
Electronic Documents: The EVOSS utilizes electronic documents, reducing paperwork and promoting efficiency.
Online Payment System: The EVOSS provides an online payment system for fees related to the application process.
Penalties: The Act imposes penalties for noncompliance with its provisions, ensuring accountability and efficiency.