PBBM asks Congress: Revisit Epira, legislate on PHL’s role in LDF

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PRESIDENT Ferdinand "Bongbong” Marcos Jr.on Monday urged Congress to consider whether the Electric Power Industry Reform Act (Epira) needs to be amended in order to provide lower electricity rates and also to enact an enabling law that will grant the Philippines legal personality and the ability to serve on the board of the Loss and Damage Fund (LDF), a climate disaster fund.

Our country’s geographical location makes us highly vulnerable to the adverse effects of climate change,” he said.“Precisely because of our inherent vulnerability, we are proactive advocates for heightened climate responsibility and justice on the global stage.

Romualdez said the lower chamber is working to reduce electricity rates by reviewing the Epira.“We will work to further reduce electricity rates as well as rice prices.