Section 14Sec./Art. 14

Role of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources. -In addition to its functions under existing laws, the DENR shall:

(a) In consultation with the DOE, DOTr, DTI, and other public and private stakeholders, promulgate rules and guidelines on the recycling and disposal of EVs, charging stations and related equipment, parts and components, and batteries consistent with the provisions of Republic Act No. 6969 or the "Toxic Substances and Hazardous and Nuclear Wastes Control Act of 1990" and related issuances;

(b) In coordination with the DOTr, include EVs in the comprehensive air pollution management and control program in accordance with Republic Act No. 8749, otherwise known as the "Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999"; and

(c) In coordination with the DOE, establish guidelines for the accurate characterization, disposal, and handling of wastes involving EVs, charging stations and related equipment, parts and components, and batteries.