Section 7January 12, 2007, Sec./Art. 7

Powers and Functions of the DOE. In addition to its existing powers and functions, the DOE is hereby mandated to take appropriate and necessary actions to implement the provisions of this Act. In pursuance thereof, it shall within three months from effectivity of this Act:

a) Formulate the implementing rules and regulations under Section 15 of this Act;

b) Prepare the Philippines Biofuel program consistent with the Philippine Energy Plan and taking into consideration the DOE's existing biofuels program;

c) Establish technical fuel quality standards for biofuels and biofuel-blended gasoline and diesel which comply with the PNS.

d) Establish guidelines for the transport, storage and handling of biofuels;

e) Impose fines and penalties against persons or entities found to have committed any of the prohibited acts under Section 12 (b) to (e) of this Act;

f) Stop the sale of biofuels and biofuel-blended gasoline and diesel that are not in conformity with the specifications provided for under Section 5 of this Act, the PNS and corresponding issuances of the Department; and

g) Conduct an information campaign to promote the use of biofuels