QUEZON CITY  – The Energy Department tasked Angkas riders to monitor retail pump prices at liquid fuels retail outlets (LFROs) or gasoline stations.

Through the Department of Energy’s mobile phone platform, Angkas riders will be able to scan DOE QR Codes to report fuel prices, as posted in specific gasoline stations within the Metro Manila area from July 12 to November 15, 2021.

Angkas riders will also report their assessment on: (1) Cleanliness of Forecourt, (2) Cleanliness of Comfort Rooms, (3) Good Station Personnel Service, and (4) Presence/Availability of Air and Water Facilities.

DOE currently conducts pilot test in the cities of Makati and Taguig to identify potential areas of improvement that would help ensure the efficiency of the program.

DOE teams have posted QR Codes in strategic locations at various Makati and Taguig LFROs for scanning and reporting of Angkas riders.

“This initiative is another testament to the DOE’s commitment in ensuring the responsiveness of our liquid fuels retail market under a regime of fair prices and quality public service,” Energy Secretary Alfonso G. Cusi said.

To further strengthen the program, the DOE and Angkas will be entering into a Memorandum of Agreement before the formal launch of the program.

Several oil industry players have expressed their strong support including Chevron (Phil’s.), Inc., PTT Phil’s., Corporation, Petro Gazz, Petron Corporation, Phoenix Petroleum Phil’s., Inc., Pilipinas Shell Petroleum Corporation, Seaoil Phil’s., Inc., TWA/Flying V and Unioil Petroleum Phil’s., Inc. (MTQ/PIA-IDPD)