DOE allows dirtier fuel imports amid Iran crisisMANILA, Philippines — Amid the fuel supply crisis, the Department of Energy (DOE) has authorized the importation of Euro 2 petroleum products, which produce higher emissions than the Euro 4 standard available in the country. The Philippines relies heavily on Middle East crude, which accounts for roughly 98 percent of its imports, according to the DOE. “We are adopting a prudent and temporary measure to help ensure an adequate and accessible fuel supply for sectors that may require limited flexibility during this period,” Energy Secretary Sharon Garin said. Our objective is to uphold fuel supply security while remaining guided by safety, regulatory discipline and the broader public interest,” Garin said. Regarding electricity supply, Marcos said the government is talking to power companies to further increase the capacity of grids in the next 60 days.

Source: Philippine Star March 22, 2026 16:06 UTC