Results of the Public Perception Survey on Nuclear Energy in the Philippines revealed that over 70% of adult Filipinos trust nuclear energy’s potential as a source of electricity, signaling growing public support as the Philippines weighs nuclear power to diversify its energy mix and secure long-term supply.
The Department of Energy (DOE) commissioned the Social Weather Stations (SWS) for the survey conducted from 06 to 24 May 2024 with 7,520 respondents aged 18 and above across the country (±1% margin of error).
The survey bared that over 70% of Filipinos believe that nuclear can deliver reliable electricity, reduce reliance on imported fuels, create jobs, and help fight climate change, while 76% of Filipinos are eager to learn more about nuclear energy.
The survey further revealed that net approval for rehabilitating the Bataan Nuclear Power Plant is at +66 nationwide, while support for building new nuclear plants stands at +45. Support is also stronger among higher-income households, younger Filipinos, and those with higher levels of education.
“The strong public support reflected in this survey tells us that Filipinos are ready to embrace nuclear energy as part of our energy future. This gives us the confidence to move forward with careful, calibrated steps to ensure safe, secure, and sustainable development of nuclear power in the Philippines,” the Energy Secretary Sharon S. Garin said.
Against the backdrop of strong approval for the use of nuclear energy and the recent passage of the Philippine National Nuclear Energy Safety Act, global nuclear leaders and supply chain experts will be convening for the Philippine International Nuclear Supply Chain Forum (PINSCF) 2025 from 02 to 03 October 2025 at the Grand Hyatt Manila, Bonifacio Global City in Taguig City.
Participating countries include Argentina, Canada, United Arab Emirates, South Korea and the United States—all recognized for their extensive experience in nuclear technology, infrastructure and regulation.
The DOE leads the Nuclear Energy Program-Inter-Agency Committee (NEP-IAC), a 24 member panel that undertakes a whole-of-government approach in assessing and fortifying the Philippine Nuclear Energy Program according to the highest standards set by the International Atomic Energy Agency.
The Philippines targets to have 4,800 MW of nuclear in the power generation mix through 2040 under the Philippine Energy Plan 2023-2050.
