The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has significantly reduced processing times for key permits through the Energy Virtual One-Stop Shop (EVOSS) system, in support of the government’s push to streamline approvals and accelerate energy project implementation.
During the 24th EVOSS Steering Committee meeting, the Department of Energy (DOE) reported that three ERC processes integrated into the EVOSS portal are now completed faster than prescribed timelines under the 2020 Citizen’s Charter.
These include the authority to develop and operate point-to-point (P2P) limited transmission facilities, approval of Capital Expenditures (CAPEX), and issuance of Certificates of Compliance (COC).
Data showed that P2P applications are processed in an average of 144.46 calendar days, significantly lower than the 270-day standard, while CAPEX approvals average 140.53 days from the same benchmark. Meanwhile, COC applications are completed in just 29.65 days, faster than the prescribed 60 days.
“A total of 646 ERC-related applications have been filed through the EVOSS platform.”
According to ERC data as of July 2026, a total of 646 ERC-related applications have been filed through the EVOSS platform, covering all applications that proceeded through the system, whether approved or disapproved. These include 104 P2P applications, 68 CAPEX filings, 143 COC applications, and 331 Provisional Authority to Operate (PAO) requests.
ERC Chairperson and CEO Atty. Francis Saturnino Juan said the improvements reflect the Commission’s commitment to efficient and transparent regulation.
“Through EVOSS, we are able to speed up our processes without compromising thorough review.”
“Through EVOSS, we are able to speed up our processes without compromising thorough review. Our goal is to make project approvals more efficient and predictable to support a reliable and adequate power supply,” Juan said.
Established under Republic Act No. 11234, the EVOSS system is a centralized, web-based platform that streamlines permitting processes for power generation, transmission, and distribution projects.
In line with this, the Commission continues to coordinate with the DOE and other EVOSS Steering Committee members, chaired by the Office of the President, to expand the integration of additional regulatory processes, in line with promoting ease of doing business in the energy sector.
