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Lawmaker urges residential solar subsidies to accelerate clean energy shift
A congressman is calling on the government to establish household solar installation incentives patterned after Thailand's successful program. The proposal aims to make renewable energy more accessible to Filipino families while reducing dependence on the national power grid.
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Abra Lone District Representative Joseph 'JB' Bernos has urged the government to implement residential solar installation subsidies modeled on Thailand's incentive framework to accelerate the country's renewable energy adoption.
Speaking on Thursday, Bernos emphasized that direct financial support for households represents a crucial mechanism for expanding clean energy uptake across the Philippines. He argued that government-backed subsidies would lower the cost barriers that currently prevent many families from installing rooftop solar systems.
According to the lawmaker, such a program would yield dual benefits: it would strengthen the country's transition toward sustainable energy sources while simultaneously reducing household dependence on the national power grid. The proposal reflects growing regional momentum toward distributed solar generation, with neighboring Thailand having demonstrated the effectiveness of residential incentive programs in driving mass adoption.
Bernos' appeal comes as the Philippines seeks to increase renewable energy's share in its electricity mix and meet long-term sustainability commitments. The congressman did not provide details on the timing or scope of the proposed measure.