The Municipal Technical Working Group (MTWG) for Energy Efficiency and Conservation held its first meeting on August 7, 2026, to lay the groundwork for the municipality’s energy efficiency and conservation initiatives.

The meeting focused on strengthening coordination among concerned offices and partner agencies, establishing the composition of the MTWG, and identifying the data needed to support the municipality’s energy planning and decision-making.

The group also identified key stakeholders who may participate in the upcoming Stakeholders’ Consultation, including representatives from the farming and fishing sectors, business and tourism sectors, churches, people’s organizations, DepEd, AFP, the health sector, academe, the Ulot Watershed Model Forest Stakeholders Federation, BFP, accredited electricians, barangay officials, DENR, Samar Island Natural Park (SINP), PAMB, Liga ng mga Barangay, the CSO Federation, NGCP, and SAMELCO II.

The first meeting marks an important step toward establishing a coordinated approach to energy efficiency and conservation in Paranas, bringing together local offices, technical experts, and partner institutions toward practical and sustainable energy initiatives for the municipality.

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