WHEREAS, under Section 8 of Republic Act No. 7638 known as the "Department of Energy Act of 1992", the Secretary shall have the following functions:

(a) Establish policies and standards for the effective, efficient and economical operation of the Department in accordance with the programs of the Government;

(b) Exercise direct supervision and control over all functions and activities of the Department, as well as its officers and personnel; x x x;

(c) Create regional offices and such other service units and divisions as may be necessary;