Energy in the Philippines

The Philippines relies on a mix of fossil fuels and renewable resources for its energy needs. Electricity demand is driven by population growth, urbanisation and industry. Energy policy and planning are overseen by the Department of Energy. Usage patterns vary across Luzon, the Visayas and Mindanao, reflecting differences in generation assets, grid interconnections and local demand.

The population of the Philippines is over 101 million people, and as a rapidly developing nation, has seen a rapid increase in GDP, averaging 6.1% from 2011 to 2015. Energy-intensive manufacturing and retail industries are the driving factors of the Philippines' economic growth. Given its large population and rapidly growing economy, the country's energy needs are growing rapidly. According to the Philippines Department of Energy, the Philippines consumed 75,266 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of electricity in 2013. Of this, 27.39% went to powering residential areas, 24.31% to commercial establishments and 27.46% to the industrial sector. With 72.84% of electrical energy being consumed by Luzon, 14.75% by Visayas, and 12.41% by Mindanao in 2013.

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