THE DEPARTMENT of Energy (DoE) said it is giving endorsements for the entry of foreign workers who will provide assistance in crucial power sector operations and projects in a bid to ensure reliable supply as school reopens under a mainly online setup.   

“We are providing endorsements for the entry of foreign experts and consultants (who have) critical roles in power sector operations, and project development and implementation,” Mark Christian P. Marollano, supervising science research specialist of the DoE Electric Power Industry Management Bureau, said in a press conference on Tuesday.   

The Energy department is one of the 10 member agencies of the Oplan Balik Eskwela task force, which will focus on ensuring the delivery of basic education amid the continuing coronavirus threat.  

Mr. Marollano said the DoE and its partner stakeholders are aiming for uninterrupted electricity supply for the distance learning classes.   

President Rodrigo R. Duterte has yet to approve the Department of Education’s proposal to resume face-to-face classes in areas at low risk of the virus.   

Mr. Marollano’s statements come around a week after DoE Spokesperson Felix William B. Fuentebella said in a media briefing that “they are closely assisting” industry players who have experienced delays in the issuance of permits for foreign consultants and new equipment. — Angelica Y. Yang 

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