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Philippine Star
Philippine Star
With the pump prices of gasoline and diesel increasing anew, there has been a renewed interest in vehicles that run on alternative sources of power among Filipinos. One of the most interesting alternatives is electric vehicles or EVs. But is the Philippines ready for it? According to the Department of Energy, policies and guidelines for all stakeholders must be in place to attract the necessary investments and effectively integrate EVs and EV charging stations in a robust and sustainable energy system. Energy Secretary Alfonso Cusi said that the department is pursuing the deployment of 20,000 …