Philippines Establishes Carbon Credits Task Force for Energy Sector
The Philippine Department of Energy (DOE) has established a dedicated task force, the TFECC, to oversee the effective implementation of carbon credit policies in the energy sector. This initiative aims to support the country's GHG emission reduction targets under the Paris Agreement and facilitate entry into international carbon markets.
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