The Energy Efficiency and Conservation Performance Assessment was conducted at the Philippine Normal University earlier today, March 31, 2026, by personnel from the Energy Utilization Management Bureau – Energy Efficiency and Conservation Public Sector Management Division (EUMB-EPSMD) of the Department of Energy. After a thorough spot audit, PNU was awarded an outstanding score of 96.84, equivalent to a 5-star rating—the highest rating achievable in the assessment.

The institution received a perfect score in almost all criteria under the Institutionalization of Energy Efficiency and Conservation, Electricity Conservation Measures, Measures for Fuel Savings, and Reports and Inventories. This demonstrates full compliance with, and strict observance of, energy conservation measures across the university.

Assessors from EUMB-EPSMD made important recommendations to further streamline PNU’s conservation processes. These include maintaining updated records for the monitoring of electricity, fuel, and inventories, and uploading such records to the Government Energy Management Program System. The auditing body also recommended the immediate implementation of the proposed one-day suspension of elevator use to further reduce electricity consumption.

Previously, in 2024, PNU achieved a fair final rating of 87.6%, earning a three-star rating.
Representing PNU during the audit were Prof. John P. Natividad, Director of the Facilities Management and Sustainability Office, and Mr. Mark Anthony Q. Amul, Head of the General Services Unit.

PNU’s improved rating in the DOE Energy Audit is tangible proof of the institution’s commitment to conserving energy and serving as a role model for environmental stewardship among higher education institutions.