Solar panels, installed on the rooftop of the City of Bacoor Sports Gymnasium, contribute to the clean and renewable power supply of the solar-powered Bacoor Government Center complex.

MANILA– The Climate Change Commission (CCC) has emphasized support for a just and inclusive energy transition as part of the commemoration of the International Day of Clean Energy on January 26, 2026.

According to the Philippines’ Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement, the energy sector is a key contributor to the country’s emissions reduction efforts. Specifically, the NDC Implementation Plan, developed and submitted during the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., underscores the need to scale up renewable energy deployment, with the Philippines targeting an increased share of renewable energy in the power generation mix by 2030 to reduce dependence on fossil fuels.

The CCC recognized that coal, oil, and gas contribute significantly to greenhouse gas emissions, driving extreme weather and rising temperatures. Transitioning to clean energy is a key step toward a safer and more sustainable future.

A shift to clean energy brings tangible benefits for people and the planet. Renewable energy reduces air pollution, improves public health, lowers long-term energy costs, and protects ecosystems that communities rely on for food, water, and livelihoods.

CCC Vice Chairperson and Executive Director Robert E.A. Borje emphasized the importance of a gradual and inclusive approach. “To reduce climate impacts, we must carefully and progressively move away from fossil fuels toward clean energy solutions. This transition must be just and inclusive, giving communities and sectors time and support to adjust.”

Borje added that clean energy sources identified under national climate and energy frameworks include hydropower, geothermal, solar, wind, and biomass, with grid modernization and smart grid technologies supporting the integration of these renewable energy sources into the power system.

The CCC also highlighted ongoing initiatives that support the country’s just transition to clean energy, including capacity-building programs for local governments, partnerships with private sector developers, and policies that encourage renewable energy investments.

These efforts aim to ensure that communities are empowered and prepared to participate in the shift toward sustainable energy.

“Clean energy is not just about technology; it is about people and communities. Our programs focus on raising awareness, providing training, and creating opportunities so that everyone can benefit from a sustainable energy future,” Borje said.

These efforts are aligned with the guidance and vision of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., supporting the country’s transition toward a climate-smart and inclusive Philippines.

The International Day of Clean Energy was declared by the United Nations General Assembly through resolution A/77/327 to raise global awareness of the role of clean energy in addressing climate change.

As the country joined the global observance, the CCC called for stronger awareness and collective action to advance a green transition that leaves no one behind.

For more information on the CCC’s climate mainstreaming activities, visit www.climate.gov.ph and www.facebook.com/CCCPhl.