Episode description

The Energy question permeates every facet of our society, from the everyday concerns of the common man to the corporate strategies of large conglomerates and even to the policy-making decisions of nation states. In a world that is perpetually hungry for more energy an expert view on the nuances and particularities of Energy law and policy is more valuable than ever.

In this episode we are joined by a leading professional in the field of Energy Law, Atty. Julius M. Lotilla. Listen in as he discusses pertinent questions such as: What major influences shape energy policy in the Philippines? How is the Philippines positioned with regards to renewables? How do different parties best navigate energy transition policies? Catch all these and more in this episode of PRIME MOVERS.

• 02:29 Major Influences in Energy Law 
• 03:30 Energy Trilemma 
• 04:38 Foreign Investment 
• 05:40 Government and Private Participation 
• 06:36 Phases of Energy Production 
• 08:05 Renewables
• 09:16 Government Policy 
• 10:11 Economic and Environmental Factors 
• 11:56 Environmental Laws and Energy Agencies 
• 14:01 Philippine Renewable Energy and Transitioning from Conventional to Renewable Energy 
• 16:33 Energy Policy Under the New Administration 
• 19:34 Bataan Nuclear Power Plant 
• 22:29 Future of Energy Law 

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