Rising energy costs, concerns over stability of supply, global warmingthese issues have been hitting the headlines more frequently in the past years. Isnt it high time then that our leaders talk about what strategic directions the country should take in the energy sector?

As the country approaches the 2010 national elections, abs-cbnNEWS.com invites the public to help shape the next administrations energy agenda by participating in a unique live, web-exclusive issues forum on the current state of the energy sector on December 15, 2009 from 7 pm to 9 pm.

The interactive web event will feature former energy secretary Francisco Viray as the main guest, while key industry experts, as well as representatives of regulatory bodies and cause-oriented groups, will be logging on the chat room to respond to commentary from the public.

The discussion will focus on key reforms the next President needs to prioritize in the energy sector to ensure security of supply, address pricing issues and respond to the challenges of global warming.

It will also touch on such key topics as factors that determine pricing, the pros and cons of a regulated or deregulated industry, renewable energy options, explorations, and the privatization moves of the government.

The public may view and participate in the event exclusively by logging on to www.abs-cbnnews.com/energy. The event also serves to launch Take Charge, abs-cbnNEWS.coms new microsite devoted to energy-related issues.

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