Philippines, EHS Compliance

Philippines, Organizations with Governing Environmental Regulations

Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)
Environmental Management Bureau (EMB)
Department of Health (DOH)
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG)
Philippine National Police (PNP)
Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA)
Department of Finance (DOF)
Bureau of Customs (BOC)
Department of Energy (DOE)
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)
Bureau of Philippine Standards (BPS)
Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA)
Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE)
Occupational Safety and Health Center (OSHC)

Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)

https://www.denr.gov.ph/

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) is the primary agency responsible for the conservation, management, development and proper use of the environment and natural resources of the Philippines, in particular forests, rangelands, reservations, mineral resources and public lands. It also responsible for all licensing procedures and regulations on natural resources in the country to ensure equitable sharing of the benefits given by natural resources for the welfare of present and future generations of Filipinos. The core mandates of the DENR are as follows:

To advise the President on the enactment of laws regarding the development, utilization, regulation, conservation, and pollution control of natural resources.
To develop, implement, and oversee policies, plans, and programs for the management, conservation, development, utilization and restoration of natural resources.
To publish regulations to implement laws governing the exploration, development, conservation, extraction, and disposal of natural resources, and controlling commercial activities that may cause depletion or degradation of natural resources.
To develop environmental and emission standards for water and air quality, including acceptable levels of different pollutants and radiation.
To have the responsibility for the assessment, development, protection, conservation, licensing, and regulation of all natural resources as stipulated by applicable laws.

Environmental Management Bureau (EMB)

https://emb.gov.ph/

The Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) was established in 1987 as a supporting body for the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) in 1987. And then EMB was institutionalized as a separate governing body with an independent enforcement authority in 2002. The EMB is responsible for pollution prevention and control, and environmental impact assessment. The Bureau has a vision of a nation that is empowered to protect its limited natural resources pursuing sustainable development, to ensure a healthy environment that enhances the Filipinos’ quality of life for present and future generations. The EMB sets out standards for air and water quality and monitors pollutants in the environment and those from point sources. It also controls hazardous and toxic materials under the Toxic Substances, Hazardous and Nuclear Waste Control Act, and operates the country’s Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) system.

Department of Health (DOH)

https://doh.gov.ph/

The Department of Health (DOH) is responsible for ensuring that all Filipinos have access to basic public health services through the provision of quality health care and the regulation of providers of health products and services. The Department has adopted the vision “the healthiest Filipinos in Southeast Asia by 2022 and in Asia by 2040” and has the mission of leading the country in developing a productive, resilient, equitable, and people-centered health system.

Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

https://www.fda.gov.ph/

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is a regulatory agency established under the Department of Health (DOH) pursuant to the Food, Drugs and Devices, and Cosmetics Act and the subsequent Food and Drug Administration Act of 2009. The FDA is mandated to ensure the safety, effectiveness and quality of health products such as food, drugs, cosmetics, devices, biological products, vaccines, in vitro diagnostic reagents, devices and equipment emitting radiation, household and urban hazards chemicals including pesticides and toys, or consumer products that may affect health and require regulation as designated by the FDA.

Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG)

https://www.dilg.gov.ph/

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) is responsible for promoting peace and order, ensuring public safety, and strengthening the capacity of local governments through active people’s participation.

Objectives:

To create peaceful, secure and independent local communities.
To improve the capacity of local governments in governance, socio-economic development and environmental management.
To maintain a state of peace and order and ensure public security

Philippine National Police (PNP)

http://www.pnp.gov.ph/

The Philippine National Police (PNP) is responsible for the control of chemicals that may be used in manufacture of explosives or raw materials thereof. It controls the “restricted chemicals” as stipulated by laws and regulations. The restricted chemicals are regulated for manufacture, trade, import, export, transportation and storage.

Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA)

https://pdea.gov.ph/

The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) is a governmental agency that controls and regulates narcotic precursors and implements programs/projects to combat narcotics. The import of chemicals used for the manufacture of narcotics are controlled by the Anti-illegal Drug Task Force of the Bureau of Customs (BOC).

Department of Finance (DOF)

https://www.dof.gov.ph/

Bureau of Customs (BOC)

https://customs.gov.ph/

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) is responsible for strengthening the border control, facilitating international trades and improving the revenue legally collected, with the goal of achieving a modernized and reliable customs administration at the world’s highest level. The Environmental Protection and Compliance Division (EPCD) under the Bureau was reorganized from the Environmental Protection Unit into the EPCD, an upper level organization, pursuant to the Customs Memorandum Order No. 38 of 2019. The purpose of the EPCD is to deal with illegal entry of hazardous and other wastes from other countries. The EPCD is also responsible for 1) monitoring the import and export of hazardous, recyclable and other materials under the regulatory control of the DENR; 2) recommending issuance of Alert Order (AO) and Pre-Lodgment Control Order (PLCO) against shipments suspected of containing goods in violation of the Customs Modernization and Tariff Act (CMTA) and/or environmental laws and regulations; and 3) investigating cases involving violations of environmental laws and making recommendations for prosecution of violations of the CMTA.

Department of Energy (DOE)

https://www.doe.gov.ph/

The Department of Energy (DOE) is mandated by the Department of Energy Act of 1992 to prepare, integrate, coordinate, supervise and control all plans, programs, projects and activities of the government related to energy exploration, development, utilization, distribution and conservation. The DOE, in cooperation with stakeholders, aims to improve the quality of life of Filipinos by formulating and implementing policies and programs to ensure sustainable, stable, secure, adequate, accessible, and reasonably priced energy. The Department is also responsible for the development of energy conservation standards and labels for products, as well as energy conservation regulations for factories and other facilities. The Energy Utilization Management Bureau (EUMB), a subsidiary of DOE, develops and implements the minimum energy efficiency standards and energy labeling for different products and other programs. It also evaluates energy-saving technologies and develops comprehensive information, education, and communication strategies to raise public awareness about and promote the use of energy-efficient products.

Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)

https://www.dti.gov.ph/

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is a national governmental authority established for the aim of developing domestic industry and international trade.

The organizational structure of the DTI has been reformed pursuant to the Department Order No. 18 of 2019 establishing the following functional groups:

Competitiveness and Innovation Group (CIG)
Consumer Protection Group (CPG)
Industry Development and Trade Policy Group (IDTPG)
Management Services Group (MSG)
Regional Operations Group (ROG)
Trade Promotions Group (TPG)

Bureau of Philippine Standards (BPS)

http://www.bps.dti.gov.ph/

The Bureau of Philippine Standards (BPS) is an agency established under the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), on June 20, 1964, pursuant to the Standards Act (Republic Act No. 4109). The BPS is responsible for the Philippine National Standards. As such, the BPS is mandated to formulate, publish, and enforce standards for all products in the Philippines, promote national standardization activities, and ensure that high quality products are manufactured, produced, and/or distributed for protecting consumers. Currently, the Bureau is subordinate to the Consumer Protection Group (CPG) of the DTI and works in coordination with the Consumer Protection and Advocacy Bureau (CPAB) and the Fair Trade Enforcement Bureau (FTEB).

Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA)

http://www.peza.gov.ph/

The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) is a governmental body created to establish the legal framework and mechanisms for the integration, coordination, planning, and monitoring of special economic zones (SEZs), industrial parks, export processing zones (EPZs), etc. to attract domestic and foreign investors, create employment opportunities, and strengthen linkages among industries in and around SEZs. In addition, the Authority has established and is developing environmentally friendly green SEZs under the concept of “environment-friendly industrialization,” which promotes industrialization without harming the environment through the responsible use of natural resources.

Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE)

https://www.dole.gov.ph/

The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) is the primary agency that controls occupational safety and health policies, enforcing rules under the provisions of the Labor Code. The Department is also responsible for regulations governing the handling of chemicals at work sites. The DOLE has adopted the goal of achieving decent and productive employment for all Filipino workers with subordinate organizations including the Occupational Safety and Health Center (OSHC), the Bureau of Work Conditions (BWC), and the Bureau of Labor Relations (BLR).

Occupational Safety and Health Center (OSHC)

https://oshc.dole.gov.ph/

The Occupational Safety and Health Center (OSHC) is an agency created by Presidential Decree No. 307 of 1987, as a national governmental body for conducting research and training on matters related to occupational safety and health. OSHC was designated as the international occupational safety and health information center (CIS Center) for the Philippines in July 1991, and accordingly receives information from the head CIS Center (in Geneva, Switzerland), a division of the International Labor Organization (ILO), and from the Asia-Pacific Regional Program on Occupational Safety and Health (headquartered in Bangkok, Thailand) and dispatch such information to relevant domestic stakeholders. OSHC conducts research and surveys on occupational safety and health. Other duties include:

To plan, formulate and implement occupational health and safety training programs.
To monitor working environments and conduct medical examinations of workers.
To test and formulate standards for personal protective equipment and other safety devices.
To support other governmental bodies in the development of policies and standards for occupational health and safety.

Within the OSHC, the Safety Control Division, the Health Control Division, and the Environmental Control Division are responsible for chemical management, all of which work together to manage chemicals at workplaces.

h2>Index of Philippines EHS

Framework of EHS laws and regulations in Philippines.

Category	Theme
Chemical	Chemical Regulations Priority Chemicals List (PCL) Chemical Control Orders (CCO) cf. PFOA regulations in Asian countries
Waste	Solid Waste Management Plastic Pollution Issues in the Philippines Plastic Waste Management in the Philippines: The EPR Law and Plastic Credits Philippines, Summary and Analysis of the Plastic Pollution Reduction Standard (PPRS) An Analysis of Textile Waste Situation in the Philippines
Air	Air Management Philippine, Air Quality Guidelines and Framework
Water	Water Management Philippines' Continuous Industrialization: Effect on Water Quality and Supply Assessing the Flood Risk and Mitigation Strategies in the Philippines
OSH	Occupational Safety and Health Standards
Others	Impacts of Climate Change to the Philippines: The Business Perspective DENR Eyes Renewable Energy Transition as an Opportunity for the Philippine Mining Industry The Philippines' Legislative Initiatives on Carbon Crediting Systems The Philippines at COP 28 The Status of Sustainability Reporting in the Philippines Progress in Offshore Wind Development: An Overview of the Philippine Roadmap and Current Status What will be the Responsibilities of the Proposed Environmental Protection and Enforcement Bureau (EPEB)? Overview on the Newly Commenced Philippine Renewable Energy Market Summary of Notable Biodiversity Management Policies and Regulations in the Philippines Overview of the Philippine Biodiversity and its Corresponding Policies and Regulations The Philippines at COP30: Policy Proposals and Strategic Climate Priorities Non-Renewable Energy Policies and Their Impact on the Power Generation Mix in the Philippines The Environment and Natural Resources Law Enforcement Manual of Operations (ELEMO) - Strengthening Environmental Law Enforcement in the Philippines Current Status of the Philippines' EV Battery Recycling and Critical Minerals Strategy Rooftop Solar Power Generation in the Philippines: Market Growth, Drivers, and Regulatory Developments

Posts of Philippines

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Rooftop Solar Power Generation in the Philippines: Market Growth, Drivers, and Regulatory Developments

Other Law/Regulations

14 September 2026

Philippines

Overview of Rooftop Solar PV Systems in the Philippines The Philippines has significant potential for rooftop solar power generation because of its high solar irradiation and high total building rooftop …

Philippines DENR Issues PES Framework Guidelines

New guidelines promote ecosystem conservation, fair benefit-sharing, and protection of natural capital

Biodiversity

14 September 2026

Philippines

On June 30, 2026, the Philippines Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) issued DENR Administrative Order No. 2026-33: Operationalizing the Payment for Ecosystem Services (PES) Framework in the Philippines. …

Philippines Issues Guidelines on the Prevention of Violence and Harassment in the Workplace

ESG Occupational Safety and Health

9 September 2026

Philippines

On July 31, 2026, the Philippine Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) issued Department Order No. 259-26: Guidelines on the Prevention and Elimination of Violence and Harassment in the Workplace. …

Philippines Deregulates Small-Scale Solar Power Systems for Self-Consumption

Energy Climate Change Others (Factory)

27 August 2026

Philippines

The Philippine Department of Energy (DOE) issued Department Circular (DC) No. 2026-08-0017, Policy Guidelines for Self-Generating Facility Zero-Export Solar Systems and Micro-Solar Systems for Own-Use, on August 5, 2026. The …

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Current Status of the Philippines’ EV Battery Recycling and Critical Minerals Strategy

Circular Economy Wastes (Products) Batteries

26 August 2026

Philippines

Global Demand for EV Batteries and the Philippine Overview Electric vehicles are becoming an increasingly important component of global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve energy security, and reduce …

Philippines Provides Fiscal Incentives for Domestic Manufacturing of EVs and EV Parts

Eco-Friendly Vehicle Others (Factory) Automobiles

21 August 2026

Philippines

Philippines’ President Ferdinand has signed the Executive Order (EO) No. 121: Providing for the Electric Vehicle Incentive Strategy (EVIS) Program on July 29 2026, which was enforced immediately after its …

Philippines Adds 81 Substances to PICCS for CY 2024

Chemical Substances (Products) Industrial Chemicals

31 July 2026

Philippines

On May 11, 2026, the Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) of the Philippine Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) issued DENR Administrative Order No. 2026-24: Additional List of Chemicals to …

Philippines Proposes Sustainability Reporting Standards for Banks

Draft Rules Set Phased Adoption of PFRS S1, S2

ESG Draft Environmental Management

29 July 2026

Philippines

On May 15, 2026, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) published the Explanatory Note on the Proposed Guidelines on the Adoption of the Philippine Financial Reporting Standards S1 and S2 …

Philippines Revises Hydrogen Energy Guidelines for Wider Adoption

Energy Other Law/Regulations

27 July 2026

Philippines

The Philippine Department of Energy (DOE) issued Department Circular No. DC2026-07-0016 on July 17, 2026, entitled “Prescribing Amendments to Department Circular No. DC2024-01-0001 Titled, ‘Providing a National Policy and General …

Philippines Organizes Energy Carbon Credit Task Force (TFECC)

Climate Change Greenhouse gas(GHG)

9 July 2026

Philippines

On June 18, 2026, the Philippine Department of Energy (DOE) issued Department Order No. DO2026-06-0016, “Institutionalization of the Task Force on Energy Carbon Credits (TFECC) Established Under Department Circular No. …

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Philippines, The Environment and Natural Resources Law Enforcement Manual of Operations (ELEMO)

Strengthening Environmental Law Enforcement in the Philippines

Others (Factory)

8 July 2026

Philippines

Environmental Law Enforcement in the Philippines The Philippines is one of the world’s most biodiverse countries, possessing extensive forests, coastal ecosystems, inland waters, and protected areas that provide essential ecological …

Philippines House submit Recycling Labeling Bill for packaging

Require PRL display, define material, recyclability, disposal, recycled content under EPR framework

EPR Draft Wastes (Products) Product Designs Packaging Plastics

2 July 2026

Philippines

On May 18, 2026, a member of the Philippine House of Representatives introduced House Bill No. 9281, the Philippine Recycling Labeling Act of 2026. This proposed legislation is based on …

Philippines Issues Regulation Establishing Administrative Procedures for Enforcing Environmental Crimes

Others (Factory)

26 June 2026

Philippines

On January 21, 2026, the Philippines issued Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Administrative Order No. 2026-04, titled “Adoption of the Environment and Natural Resources Law Enforcement Manual of …

Philippines FDA Issue Draft on HUHS Registration, Open Comments

Introduce phased, risk-based simplified pathway for HUHS products

Draft Chemical Substances (Products)

25 June 2026

Philippines

On June 1, 2026, the Philippine Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a public consultation on a draft administrative order titled “Adoption of a Phased Implementation Framework for the Facilitated …

Philippines Issues TWG Guidelines for Sectoral MEP Development

Commercial, Industrial, Transport Sectors to Develop MEP Standards

Energy Label / MEPS Energy Efficiency

24 June 2026

Philippines

The Philippine Department of Energy (DOE) issued, on April 23, 2026, implementation guidelines for Technical Working Groups (TWGs) to develop Minimum Energy Performance (MEP) standards across sectors. These guidelines establish …

Philippines Revises Guidelines on Public Participation under the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) System

Environmental Management

10 June 2026

Philippines

On March 19, 2026, the Philippines enacted “DENR Administrative Order No. 2026-22: Amending Sections 16.1 and 16.3 of DENR Administrative Order No. 2017-15, Guidelines on Public Participation under the Philippine …

Philippines Issues Rules to Implement ASEAN Cosmetic Directive Amendments (40th–42nd ACC Meetings)

Chemical Substances (Products) Cosmetics

29 May 2026

Philippines

On April 22, 2026, the Philippines issues Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Circular No. 2026-0001, “Consolidated Amendments to the ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (ACD) as Adopted during the 40th to 42nd …

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Analysis of Textile Waste Situation in the Philippines

Challenges, Policies, and Opportunities

EPR Circular Economy Wastes (Products) Textiles

22 May 2026

Philippines

Introduction to the Philippine Textile Sector The concept of a circular economy has gained increasing attention as countries seek to merge economic growth with environmental sustainability. Circular economy in the …

Philippines DOE Issues Enhanced EE Practitioner Certification Guidelines under EEC Act

Energy Efficiency

21 May 2026

Philippines

On March 18, 2026, the Philippine Department of Energy (DOE) issued guidelines to enhanced certification procedure for energy efficiency (EE) practitioners pursuant to the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act (EEC …

Quezon City, Philippines, Sets Circular Economy Policy for Textile Products

Circular Economy Wastes (Products) Textiles

29 April 2026

Philippines

On 3 December 2025, the Quezon City Council enacted the Ordinance Promoting Textile Sustainability and Circularity for Economic, Environmental, and Social Development in Quezon City (Ordinance No. SP‑3472, S‑2025). After …

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Non-Renewable Energy Policies and Their Impact on the Power Generation Mix in the Philippines

Other Law/Regulations

8 April 2026

Philippines

Overview of Philippine Energy Energy plays a crucial role in the economic development and industrial growth of the Philippines. As electricity demand continues to increase due to population growth and …

Philippines Publishes New Regulations on Forest Carbon Credit

Climate Change Other Law/Regulations

27 March 2026

Philippines

On February 24, 2026, the Philippine Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) issued Administrative Order No. 2026‑05, titled Guidelines Governing the Establishment, and Monitoring of Voluntary Forest Carbon Credit …

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The Philippines at COP30: Policy Proposals and Strategic Climate Priorities

Other Law/Regulations

5 March 2026

Philippines

What is COP30? The Thirtieth Conference of the Parties (COP30) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), which took place in Belém, Brazil from November 10-21, 2025, …

Philippines Accelerates Net-metering scheme to promote Renewable Energy

Energy Other Law/Regulations

3 March 2026

Philippines

On January 13, 2026, the Philippine Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) signed Joint Memorandum Circular No. 001, series of 2026: Streamlined requirements and processing of permits, licenses, …

Philippines Releases Draft Administrative Order Regulating Food Contact Materials

Draft Packaging Plastics Food Contact Materials

25 February 2026

Philippines

On February 3, 2026, the Philippine Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published the “Draft Administrative Order: General Guidelines on the Regulatory Compliance of Food Contact Articles (FCA) Used for Prepackaged …

Philippines Amends Implementing Guidelines on Registration and Compliance for Fuel Economy Labeling Regulations

Energy Label / MEPS Product Designs Automobiles

24 February 2026

Philippines

On January 8, 2026, the Philippine Department of Energy (DOE) issued the “Revised Implementing Guidelines of the Philippine Transport Vehicles Fuel Economy Labeling Program on Registration Procedures and Compliance Mechanism.”

Philippine SEC Starts Mandatory Reporting on Sustainability

ESG Other Law/Regulations

20 February 2026

Philippines

On December 23, 2025, the Philippine Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued Memorandum Circular (MC) No. 16, Series of 2025: Adoption of Philippine Financial Reporting Standards (PFRS) on Sustainability Disclosures …

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Assessing the Flood Risk and Mitigation Strategies in the Philippines

Water

2 February 2026

Philippines

Understanding Flood Risk in the Philippines Geographic and Climatic Factors Flooding is one of the most frequent and destructive environmental hazards affecting the Philippines. Each year, seasonal monsoon rains and …

Philippines Issues Circular Establishing General Requirements for Virtual PPA

Climate Change

27 January 2026

Philippines

On October 29, 2025, the Philippine Department of Energy (DOE) issued Department Circular No. 2025-10-0024: Guidelines on Virtual Power Purchase Agreements. The circular sets out the requirements for virtual PPAs …

Philippines Issues Circular Establishing Rules on Domestic Energy Certificates

Climate Change Greenhouse gas(GHG)

23 January 2026

Philippines

On October 29, 2025, the Philippine Department of Energy (DOE) issued Department Circular No. 2025-10-0025: Guidelines on Energy Certificates. The circular sets out rules and guidelines for the creation, classification, …

Philippines Issues Circular on Carbon Credits in the Energy Sector

21 January 2026

Philippines

On September 23, 2025, the Philippine Department of Energy (DOE) issued Department Circular No. 2025-09-0018: Providing General Guidelines for the Generation, Management, and Monitoring of Carbon Credits in the Energy …

Philippines Issues Advisory Urging Employers to Ensure Safety during Natural Disasters and Industrial Accidents

Occupational Safety and Health

12 January 2026

Philippines

On November 26, 2025, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) of the Philippines issued “Labor Advisory No. 15 of 2025: Promoting Labor and Management Preparedness and Protecting Labor Rights …

Philippines Publishes Draft Product Authorization Regulations for Toys and Childcare Articles

Restrictions on Phthalates and BPA Content

Draft Chemical Substances (Products) Toys

19 December 2025

Philippines

The Philippine Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published a “Draft Administrative Order: the Rules and Regulations Governing the Issuance of Authorizations for Toys and Childcare Articles” (hereinafter, “the Draft”) on …

Philippines Releases Draft List of 59 Substances for Addition to National Chemical Inventory

Draft Chemical Substances (Products) Industrial Chemicals

3 December 2025

Philippines

On November 14, 2025, the Philippine Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), through the Environmental Management Bureau (EMB), published a draft Department Administrative Order (DAO) proposing the addition of …

Philippines Issues Department of Energy Circular to Advance Nuclear Power Integration

Energy Climate Change Other Law/Regulations

27 November 2025

Philippines

On October 2, 2025, the Philippines issued Department Circular DC2025-10-0019, titled “Framework for the Integration of Nuclear Energy in the Countries Generation Mix to Implement the Clean Energy Scenario under …

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Overview of the Philippine Biodiversity and its Corresponding Policies and Regulations

Other Law/Regulations

23 October 2025

Philippines

How Biodiverse is the Philippines? Being one of the most megadiverse countries in the world, the Philippines houses 70-80% of the Earth’s plant and animal species, ranking fifth in the …

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Philippines, Summary of Notable Biodiversity Management Policies and Regulations

Other Law/Regulations

23 October 2025

Philippines

The Philippines is recognized as one of the world’s biodiversity hotspots, home to a vast array of unique species and ecosystems. However, the country’s rich natural heritage faces increasing threats …

Philippines Holds Public Consultation on Amendments to the Environment Partnership Program

Toward the Introduction of “Environmental Excellence” Certification

Draft Environmental Management

10 October 2025

Philippines

On September 12, 2025, the Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) under the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) of the Philippines convened industry partners and stakeholders through the Philippine Environment …

Philippines Releases Draft Guidelines on Application of Disclosure Standards for Sustainability Reports

ESG Other Law/Regulations

25 September 2025

Philippines

On July 30, 2025, the Philippine Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) released a draft memorandum circular (MC) outlining the application of the Philippine Financial Reporting Standards (PFRS) to sustainability reports …

Philippines Releases Draft Circular on Carbon Credit Issuance in the Energy Sector

Draft Energy Climate Change

22 September 2025

Philippines

On August 7, 2025, the Philippine Department of Energy (DOE) released a draft circular establishing comprehensive guidelines for the issuance, management, and monitoring of Carbon Credit Certificates (CCC) in the …

Philippines Issues Administrative Order to Designate and Restore Non-Attainment Water Areas

Water

19 August 2025

Philippines

On June 4, 2025, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) of the Philippines issued “Administrative Order No. 2025-24: Guidelines on the Designation of Waterbodies as Non-Attainment Areas (NAAs) …

Philippines Releases Second Draft of Chemical Control Order for Benzene

Draft Chemical Substances (Products) Industrial Chemicals Toys

1 August 2025

Philippines

On June 5, 2025, the Philippines released the second draft of the Chemical Control Order (CCO) for Benzene and opened a public consultation period. This draft proposes the inclusion of …

Philippines Issues New Department Order Fully Revising Occupational Safety and Health Regulations

Occupational Safety and Health

10 June 2025

Philippines

On April 28, 2025, the Philippines enacted “Revised Implementing Rules and Regulations of Republic Act No. 11058 Entitled “An Act Strengthening Compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Standards and Providing …

Philippines Enacts Regulations on Prohibiting Gender Discrimination in Employment Conditions

Occupational Safety and Health

20 May 2025

Philippines

On April 21, 2025, the Philippines issued Department Order No. 251-25: Implementing Rules and Guidelines of Article 133 (formerly Article 135) of the Labor Code, as Amended by Republic Act …

Philippines Issues Regulation to Implement ASEAN Cosmetic Directive Amendments from the 39th ACC Meeting

Chemical Substances (Products) Cosmetics

13 May 2025

Philippines

On March 4, 2025, the Philippines Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued FDA Circular No. 2025-002, which implements updates and amendments to the ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (ACD) as adopted during …

Philippines Issues Implementing Rules of the New Government Procurement Act

Establishing Sustainable Public Procurement Guidelines

Others (Products)

29 April 2025

Philippines

On February 4, 2025, the Philippines approved the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the New Government Procurement Act (NGPA). The regulations were officially promulgated on February 10, 2025, and …

Philippines Revises Funding Guidelines for Mining Companies to Align with SDGs

Occupational Safety and Health

22 April 2025

Philippines

On February 17, 2025, the Philippine Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) announced revisions to the Social Development and Management Programs (SDMPs) imposed on mining companies. These changes align …

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Philippines, Summary and Analysis of the Plastic Pollution Reduction Standard (PPRS)

Wastes (Products) Wastes (Factory)

16 April 2025

Philippines

Overview of the key components and structure of the PPRS On April 2, 2020, PCX Solutions released the first version of the Plastic Pollution Reduction Standard (PPRS), a framework designed …

Philippines: Call for opinions on additional candidate substances of the BRS Convention

POPs Chemical Substances (Products) Industrial Chemicals

20 March 2025

Philippines

In the Philippines, on March 6th, 2025, a call for opinions was announced regarding substances proposed for addition to the Rotterdam Convention and the Stockholm Conventions.

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Overview on the Newly Commenced Philippine Renewable Energy Market

Other Law/Regulations

18 March 2025

Philippines

What is the Philippine Renewable Energy Market? About two years after the interim commercial operations in August 2022 of the Philippine Electricity Market Corporation (PEMC), on December 26, 2024, Renewable …

The Philippines issues Regulations on Fuel Efficiency Labels for Cars and Motorcycles

Energy Label / MEPS Product Designs Automobiles

13 March 2025

Philippines

In the Philippines, the “Implementing Guidelines of the Philippine Transport Vehicles Fuel Economy Labeling Program on Fuel Economy Label of Road Transport Vehicles” was promulgated on December 17, 2024, and …

The Philippines starts trading in renewable energy certificates

Energy Climate Change Other Law/Regulations

11 March 2025

Philippines

It was announced that trading in renewable energy certificates (RECs) began in the Philippines from December 26, 2024. This is based on “Department Circular No. 2024-12-0031: Declaration of the Full …

Philippines adds 161 substances to PICCS

Chemical Substances (Products) Industrial Chemicals

30 January 2025

Philippines

In the Philippines, on January 22, 2025, “DENR Administrative Order No. 2025-09: Philippines Inventory of Chemical and Chemical Substances (PICCS)” was promulgated, adding 161 new substances to the existing chemical …

Philippines releases four draft administrative orders on air pollution control

Revisions to exhaust gas standards from automobile and stationary sources

Draft Product Designs Air Automobiles

14 January 2025

Philippines

In the Philippines, four draft administrative orders related to air pollution were released in 2024 to solicit public comments. The four draft administrative orders respectively set out (1) environmental standards …

Philippines announces draft regulations requiring annual waste reports for designated facilities under Energy Conservation Act

Draft Wastes (Factory) Energy Efficiency

20 December 2024

Philippines

On November 15, 2024, the Department of Energy of the Philippines published the “Draft Implementing Guidelines on the Enhanced Compliance of Designated Establishments with the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act …

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Plastic Waste Management in the Philippines: The EPR Law and Plastic Credits

Wastes (Products)

1 November 2024

Philippines

Overview of the Philippines’ EPR Law In August 12, 2022, the Extended Producer Responsibility Act (EPRA) of 2022, also known as RA 11898: An Act Institutionalizing the Extended Producer …

Philippines publishes draft rules on fuel economy labels for automobiles and motorcycles

Energy Label / MEPS Draft Eco-Friendly Vehicle Product Designs Automobiles

28 October 2024

Philippines

In the Philippines, on October 14, 2024, the “Draft Implementing Guidelines of the Philippine Transport Vehicles Fuel Economy Labelling Program on Fuel Economy Label of Road Transport Vehicles” was published, …

Philippines establishes implementing guidelines for registration and compliance with vehicle fuel economy labeling regulations

Eco-Friendly Vehicle Product Designs Automobiles

24 September 2024

Philippines

On August 13, 2024, the “Implementing Guidelines of the Philippines Transport Vehicle Fuel Economy Labeling Program on Registration Procedures and Compliance Mechanism” was established in the Philippines. These implementing guidelines …

Philippines establishes departmental circular for introduction of MEP and energy efficiency labels for designated facilities

Energy Label / MEPS Energy Efficiency

17 September 2024

Philippines

On August 16, 2024, the Department of Energy (DOE) Circular No. DC2024-08-0024 “Guidelines for the MEP for Sectors” was established in the Philippines. This circular stipulates the framework for introducing …

Philippines promulgates decree to implement amendments to ASEAN Cosmetic Directive based on 38th ACC meeting

Chemical Substances (Products) Cosmetics

21 August 2024

Philippines

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Circular No. 2024-005, Updates and Amendments to the ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (ACD) as Adopted During the 38th ASEAN Cosmetic Committee (ACC) Meeting and its …

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Philippine, Air Quality Guidelines and Framework

Air

16 August 2024

Philippines

Current state of air quality in the Philippines In the latest National Air Quality Status Report (NAQSR) of the Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) of the Department of Environment and Natural …

Philippines Issues Implementation Guidelines for Recertification of Energy Managers and Energy Auditors

Energy Efficiency

16 August 2024

Philippines

In the Philippines, on July 22, 2024, the “Implementing Guidelines (IGs) on the recertification of Energy Manager and Energy Auditor” was published in two general newspapers, and will take effect …

Philippines Publishes Energy Label Implementation Guidelines for TVs, Refrigerators, Lighting, Display Monitors, and Air Conditioners

Energy Label / MEPS Product Designs Household Appliances Office Equipments

23 July 2024

Philippines

On June 18, 2024, the implementation guidelines for the Philippine Energy Labeling Program (PELP) for televisions, refrigerators, lighting, display monitors, and air conditioners were published in the Philippines. These implementation …

Philippines adds auxiliary devices to products covered under energy labels

Energy Label / MEPS Product Designs IT Equipments Office Equipments

12 July 2024

Philippines

On June 10, 2024, in the Philippines, two Department of Energy (DOE) circulars amending the Philippine Energy Labeling Program (PELP) guidelines and the Minimum Energy Performance for Products (MEPP) guidelines …

Philippines announces regulations on administrative litigation procedures for violations of EECA

Violation Cases Product Designs Energy Efficiency Household Appliances IT Equipments Office Equipments

8 July 2024

Philippines

Department of Energy (DOE) Circular No. DC2024-05-0015 “Rules of Procedure in Administrative Cases for Violations under Republic Act No. 11285 (Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act)” was promulgated in the Philippines …

Philippine EMB disclose latest information on EPR laws

Opening of the EPR registry, etc.

EPR Circular Economy Packaging Plastics

2 July 2024

Philippines

On April 30, 2024, Plastic Bank, a social fintech company working to eradicate poverty and prevent plastic pollution, hosted a webinar on the Philippines’ Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Act. In …

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Philippine, Responsibilities of the Proposed EPEB

Other Law/Regulations

1 July 2024

Philippines

Enforcing Philippine Environmental Laws: What will be the Responsibilities of the Proposed Environmental Protection and Enforcement Bureau (EPEB)? The Philippines, known for its rich biodiversity and natural resources, faces significant …

Philippines announces 2040 roadmap for management of plastic waste

Circular Economy Wastes (Products) Product Designs Plastics

28 June 2024

Philippines

As confirmed on May 30, 2024, the Philippine Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), the Environmental Management Bureau (EMB), and the Solid Waste Management Division have published a “Roadmap …

Philippines announces law providing framework for ecosystem and natural capital accounting system

Biodiversity Other Law/Regulations

27 June 2024

Philippines

On May 26, 2024, the Philippine Ecosystem and Natural Capital Accounting System (PENCAS) Act No. 11995 of the Republic was promulgated in the Official Gazette. The Act shall enter into …

Philippines promulgates circular on on-site inspection of designated establishments

Energy Efficiency

20 June 2024

Philippines

Department of Energy (DOE) Circular No. DC2024-05-0011 “Rules on the Administration and Enforcements under the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act” was promulgated on May 27, 2024 and came into effect …

Philippines published draft circular for introduction of MEP and energy-saving performance labels for designated facilities

Draft Energy Efficiency

14 June 2024

Philippines

On May 22, 2024, the Department of Energy (DOE) of the Philippines released the “Guidelines for the MEP for Sectors”, a department circular that stipulates a framework for the introduction …

Philippines Enacts Administrative Order Providing Guidelines for EPR Compliance Audit Reports for Plastic Containers and Packaging

EPR Circular Economy Wastes (Products) Packaging Plastics

5 June 2024

Philippines

The Department of the Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Administrative Order No. 2024-04 “Compliance Reporting and Audit Guidelines for Republic Act No. 11898 or the Extended Producer Responsibility Act of …

Philippines Publishes Implementing Guidelines for Energy Efficiency Excellence Awards

Energy Efficiency

23 May 2024

Philippines

On April 29, 2024, the “Implementing Guidelines (IG) for Energy Efficiency Excellence (EEE) Awards” (hereinafter referred to as the IG) were published in the Philippines and take effect in 15 …

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Progress in Offshore Wind Development: An Overview of the Philippine Roadmap and Current Status

Other Law/Regulations

8 May 2024

Philippines

Global Expansion of Offshore Wind Power Over the past decade, offshore wind energy has experienced exponential growth, with countries across the globe investing in the development of offshore wind farms. …

Philippines notifies WTO of draft guidelines on fuel efficiency labeling for automobiles

Eco-Friendly Vehicle Product Designs Automobiles

26 April 2024

Philippines

On April 16, 2024, the Philippine Department of Energy notified the WTO/TBT of the draft “Implementing Guidelines of the Philippine Transport Vehicles Fuel Economy Labeling Program for Category M1 Road …

Philippines Enacts Memorandum Circular to Revise List of Compulsory Certified Products

Adds Three New Products

Others (Products)

18 April 2024

Philippines

In the Philippines, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Memorandum Circular No. 24-02 on List of products under mandatory certification was enacted on March 5, 2024.

Philippines Releases Guidelines on EIA for Offshore Wind Power Generation

Climate Change Other Law/Regulations

11 April 2024

Philippines

In the Philippines, DAO 2024-02: Interim Guidelines for Environmental Compliance Certificate under the Philippine Environmental Impact Statement System for Offshore Wind (OSW) Energy Projects was enacted on January 18, 2024. …

Philippines publishes implementing guidelines of energy labels for washing machines and energy saving devices/low voltage saving devices

Energy Label / MEPS Product Designs Household Appliances

4 April 2024

Philippines

In the Philippines, the implementing guidelines of the Philippine Energy Labeling Program (PELP) for clothes washing machines and household energy saving devices/low voltage saving devices were published on March 4, …

Philippines releases draft implementation guideline for registration in vehicle fuel economy label regulations

Energy Label / MEPS Draft Product Designs Automobiles

28 March 2024

Philippines

As confirmed on February 29, 2024, a draft implementation guideline for the Philippine Transport Vehicles Fuel Economy Labeling Program (VFELP) has been published in the Philippines. This draft implementation guideline …

Philippines amends requirements for designated establishments under Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act

Energy Efficiency

8 March 2024

Philippines

On December 27, 2023, three Department of Energy (DOE) circulars reclassifying designated establishments under Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act (RA 11285) in the commercial, industrial and transportation sectors and providing …

Philippine to Promote Hydrogen Energy under New Guideline

Energy Other Law/Regulations

26 February 2024

Philippines

On January 29, 2024, “Department Circular No. DC2024-01-0001 Providing a National Policy and General Framework, Roadmap, and Guidelines for Hydrogen in the Energy Sector” (hereinafter, the “Circular”) was promulgated in …

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The Status of Sustainability Reporting in the Philippines

13 February 2024

Philippines

Last October 4, 2023, the Philippine Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced that it is planning to revise its Sustainability Reporting (SR) Guidelines for Publicly-Listed Companies (PLCs) or the SEC …

Philippine’s House passes bill to implement Chemical Weapons Convention

Draft Chemical Substances (Products) Industrial Chemicals

8 February 2024

Philippines

On January 23, 2024, the House of Representatives of the Philippines passed on third reading (final reading) House Bill (SB) 9571, the “Chemical Weapons Prohibition Act”. This bill is intended …

Philippines promulgates rules on rooftop photovoltaics

Climate Change Others (Factory)

16 January 2024

Philippines

The Department Circular No 2023-12-0035 Prescribing the Policy and General Framework on the Expanded Roof-Mounted Solar Program was published in the Philippines on December 22, 2023 (hereinafter referred to as …

Philippines Notifies Draft for Six Energy Label Guidelines and MEPP Guidelines

Energy Label / MEPS Draft Product Designs Household Appliances Office Equipments

4 January 2024

Philippines

On December 13 and 14, 2023, the Philippine Department of Energy (DOE) notified via WTO/TBT a total of seven drafts of implementing guidelines related to energy consuming products, including six …

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The Philippines at COP 28

Other Law/Regulations

25 December 2023

Philippines

From November 30 to December 12, 2023, the COP 28, officially known as 28th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP) to the United Nations Framework on Climate Change …

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The Philippines’ Legislative Initiatives on Carbon Crediting Systems

Other Law/Regulations

25 December 2023

Philippines

In the global effort to address rising greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, numerous nations, organizations, and entities have implemented carbon crediting mechanisms. Carbon crediting mechanisms comprise a system in which carbon …

The Philippines promulgates laws to implement updates and amendments to the ASEAN Cosmetics Directive

Effective May 8, 2025

Chemical Substances (Products) Cosmetics

19 December 2023

Philippines

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Circular No. 2023-011, Updates and Amendments to the ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (ACD) as Adopted During the 37th ASEAN Cosmetic Committee (ACC) Meeting and its …

Philippines Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Announces Guidelines for Issuance of Blue Bonds

Biodiversity

12 December 2023

Philippines

On September 21, 2023, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of the Philippines issued Memorandum Circular No. 15 of 2023, “Guidelines on Eligible Blue Projects and Activities for the Issuance …

Philippines to add 162 substance into PICCS

Draft Chemical Substances (Products) Industrial Chemicals

4 December 2023

Philippines

On November 27, 2023, the Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) released two drafts of DENR Administrative Order (DAO) to add new substances …

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DENR Eyes Renewable Energy Transition as an Opportunity for the Philippine Mining Industry

Other Law/Regulations

21 November 2023

Philippines

In September 2023, Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Undersecretary for Environment and Integrated Science Carlos Primo David stated in an interview at the sidelines of the Mining Philippines …

Philippine House of Representatives passes bill requiring Tree Planting Plan (TPP) for all building permit applicants

Others (Factory)

25 October 2023

Philippines

In the Philippines, on August 9, 2023, the Green Measures Act, a bill that requires all permit applicants to submit a Tree Planting Plan (TPP) when applying for a building …

Philippines publishes draft guidelines for business license applications for household hazardous products

Draft Chemical Substances (Products) Batteries Biocidal Products

27 September 2023

Philippines

On September 8, 2023, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of the Philippines published a draft FDA circular entitled “Guidelines on the Filing and Submission of Applications for the Licensing …

Overview of the Philippine EPR Act: Interview with PARMS

EPR Circular Economy Packaging

13 September 2023

Philippines

The Philippine Extended Producer Responsibility Act, or EPR Act, of 2022 has lapsed into law on July 23, 2022. This law requires large-scale companies to establish programs and strategies on …

Philippines announces various dedicated portal sites to facilitate the implementation of energy conservation laws

Energy Label / MEPS Eco-Friendly Vehicle Product Designs Automobiles Household Appliances IT Equipments Office Equipments

7 September 2023

Philippines

On June 21, 2023, the Department of Energy (DOE) of the Philippines, in collaboration with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), announced the following three programs aimed at facilitating …

Philippines Adopts National Energy Efficiency and Conservation Plan and Roadmap 2023-2050

Energy Label / MEPS Eco-Friendly Vehicle Product Designs Automobiles Household Appliances

29 August 2023

Philippines

In the Philippines, on June 13, 2023, the “Department Circular No. DC2023-05-0018 Adoption of the National Energy Efficiency and Conservation Plan (NEECP) and Roadmap 2023-2050” was published in two general …

Philippines releases draft regulations to amend requirements for designated establishments based on Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act

Strengthening the threshold for designated establishments

Draft Energy Efficiency

18 August 2023

Philippines

On August 1, 2023, the Philippine Department of Energy (DOE) published three draft department circulars that stipulate compliance guidelines for various requirements for designated establishments in order to reclassify the …

Philippines promulgates laws regulating the certification system for EV

Conditions for granting incentives

Eco-Friendly Vehicle Others (Products) Automobiles

8 August 2023

Philippines

In the Philippines, new regulations have been introduced to clarify the classification of electric vehicles (EVs). On May 25, 2023, the “Department of Energy Circular No. 12 of 2023 on …

The Philippines promulgates regulations to introduce automotive fuel economy labels

New implementation guidelines for detailed requirements will be promulgated in the future

Eco-Friendly Vehicle Product Designs Automobiles

25 July 2023

Philippines

In the Philippines, on June 5, 2023, the following two Department of Energy circulars on fuel economy standards for vehicles were promulgated. As with the draft, the former circular is …

Philippines publishes recommendation for risk-based prioritization for qualification into Priority Chemical List (PCL)

Draft Chemical Substances (Products) Chemical Substances (Factory) Industrial Chemicals

21 July 2023

Philippines

On June 20, 2023, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), the Environmental Management Bureau (EMB), and the Chemical Management Section (CMS) of the Philippines published the “The Recommendation …

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