Energy Authority Inaugurates Move to Digital

Mar 26 , 2022


The Petroleum & Energy Authority has launched an online platform to provide a range of services. Developed by the Ministry of Innovation & Technology, the platform enables users digital access to 46 different services. These include application for certifications, renewal of documents, replacement of electric works, and licensing for energy service companies. The Ministry introduced an e-government service project last year to digitise the manual procedures at various government institutions. It has since facilitated the transition of a total 331 government services to digital platforms. The Ministry also introduced a transaction proclamation in 2022 to address a lack of legislation to govern e-services. Its officials say various follow-up laws and regulations are in the drafting process.


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