EPIRA at 25 Years of Power Reform in the Philippines

The Electric Power Industry Reform Act (EPIRA) transformed the Philippine power sector. Enacted in 2001, it redefined the roles of government and the private sector, introduced competition in the electricity sector, strengthened regulation, and laid the foundation for the country's modern power industry. *EPIRA at 25: 25 Years of Power Reform in the Philippines* traces the story behind this landmark legislation, from the circumstances that led to its passage to its implementation over the past twenty-five years. It examines how the reforms reshaped generation, transmission, distribution, supply, regulation, privatization, rural electrification, and the development of competitive electricity markets. It also chronicles the evolution of renewable energy within the broader EPIRA framework and the policy developments that continue to shape the sector today. Drawing on official records, policy documents, and decades of implementation, the book provides a comprehensive account of one of the most significant economic reforms in Philippine history. It highlights the achievements, lessons, and continuing evolution of the country's electricity sector while offering valuable insights into the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead. As the Philippines advances its energy transition and works toward a more secure, reliable, affordable, and sustainable power future, EPIRA at 25 serves as an essential reference for policymakers, industry practitioners, researchers, students, and everyone interested in the continuing story of power sector reform in the Philippines.