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Others stress that investments should prioritize renewable energy sources like solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal, which have environmental benefits but are intermittent and require storage solutions like batteries—adding to costs. A balanced mixed approach, combining renewables with nuclear or natural gas as a stable backup, is presented as the most prudent strategy to address the country’s energy security and climate goals.
The Road Ahead: Legislation and Public Awareness
Recent legislative efforts aim to establish a comprehensive nuclear energy program. The House Bill 9293, known as the Philippine Atomic Energy Regulatory Authority Bill, seeks to create an independent regulator to oversee nuclear safety, a step toward establishing a robust nuclear industry.