Cebu City Councilor Edgardo Labella II has tabled a measure encouraging local petrol stations to install at least two EV charging points each, leveraging existing forecourt locations to ease range anxiety. The proposal aligns with Republic Act No. 11697 and calls for faster permitting and technical support from local and national agencies. Department of Energy Director Patrick Aquino confirmed the Philippines aims to grow its charging network from around 1,600 stations today to 7,000 by 2028.
Why it matters: The Cebu initiative offers a replicable model for CPOs and fuel retailers seeking to repurpose high traffic sites with streamlined approvals. A near fivefold national expansion by 2028 signals sustained procurement opportunities and a clear policy tailwind for charge point deployment across the Philippines.