Electric Power Industry Reform Act Quiz

What is the short title of Republic Act No. 9136?

• Philippine Energy Reform Act

• National Power Corporation Act

• Electricity Supply and Demand Act

• Electric Power Industry Reform Act of 2001

Which agency is responsible for the regulation of the electric power industry according to the Act?

• Department of Energy (DOE)

• Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC)

• Department of Finance (DOF)

• National Electrification Administration (NEA)

What is the primary goal of the Electric Power Industry Reform Act?

• To ensure total electrification of the country

• To increase government control over energy prices

• To nationalize the electric power industry

• To eliminate all private sector involvement

What does 'Open Access' refer to in the context of the Act?

• Government control over electricity distribution

• Free access to all energy resources

• Public ownership of all energy assets

• Access for any qualified person to use transmission and distribution systems

What is the role of the National Transmission Corporation (TRANSCO)?

• To regulate electricity prices

• To manage the transmission of electricity

• To generate electricity for the public

• To supply electricity to end-users

What is the purpose of the Universal Charge as defined in the Act?

• To increase government revenue from electricity sales

• To fund renewable energy projects

• To recover stranded debts and costs

• To subsidize electricity for all users

Which of the following is NOT a sector of the electric power industry as per the Act?

• Distribution

• Retailing

• Transmission

• Generation

What is the definition of 'Captive Market' in the context of the Act?

• Electricity end-users with multiple supplier choices

• Electricity end-users without a choice of supplier

• A market for electricity exports

• A market for renewable energy sources

What is the maximum term for a concession contract awarded by the government?

• 10 years

• 20 years

• 25 years

• 30 years

What does 'Stranded Contract Costs' refer to?

• Costs associated with renewable energy projects

• Excess costs of electricity contracts over market prices

• Costs of maintaining transmission lines

• Costs incurred during the privatization process