The Department of Energy (DOE) said the government has updated it’s  National Radiological Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (RadPlan) was finalized during a two-day workshop in Pasay City from July 9 to 10, 2026.

In a news release, (DOE) said the workshop —which brought together nearly 100 representatives from various government sectors, including disaster response, health, and national security— was organized by the DOE.

“The review of the RadPlan strengthens our coordination mechanisms and ensures that our emergency response arrangements remain practical, effective, and responsive,” said Energy Undersecretary Giovanni Carlo Bacordo.

The updated RadPlan provides instructions and roles for both national and local government units.

It specifically lays out action steps for four high-priority scenarios:

• An incident at a nuclear facility
• A lost or stolen radioactive source
• A malicious act, such as the use of a radiological dispersal device
• A nuclear emergency originating from outside Philippine territory

Unlike older versions that focused mostly on managing the aftermath of an incident, the DOE said the new RadPlan bridges the gap between disaster response and national security.

It also introduces strict protocols for how the National Crisis Management Committee and the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) will share information and hand over control during a crisis, according to the Energy Department.

The revised plan also aligns the country’s safety strategy with Republic Act No. 12305, also known as the Philippine National Nuclear Energy Safety Act.

This law creates a new, independent watchdog called the Philippine Atomic Energy Regulatory Authority (PhilAtom), while transitioning the DOST-PNRI into a purely technical support role. Once PhilAtom is fully operational, it will formally join the NDRRMC.

According to the DOE, the completed RadPlan ensures the Philippines meets international safety standards while keeping the public safe through stronger, faster cooperation across all levels of government.