DTI eyes mandatory certification for solar power products
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is proposing to place solar power system products under mandatory certification requirements.
In a statement on Wednesday, Trade Secretary Maria Cristina Roque said the proposed regulation seeks to ensure that solar energy systems sold in the country comply with Philippine National Standards (PNS)....
The DTI’s proposal for mandatory solar product certification reflects a growing tension between rapid renewable energy adoption and the need for consumer protection. At its core, this narrative steelmans the argument that unregulated markets can lead to exploitation—substandard products flooding in, undermining trust in solar technology just as it gains traction. The move also echoes broader global patterns where emerging industries face quality control challenges, particularly in regions with h...
