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Ayala Group shines: ALI, Globe named among world's most sustainable companies

Published Jul 4, 2025 02:15 pm
Only Ayala Land Inc. (ALI) and Globe Telecom, both members of the Zobel-led Ayala Group, made it to TIME Magazine’s World’s Most Sustainable Companies 2025, a list of the top global leaders in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance.
The inclusion of Globe (No. 451) and ALI (No. 486) reinforces the Ayala Group’s leadership in sustainable transformation. The 2025 list features 500 companies globally that scored highest in ESG performance, with the financial and tech sectors dominating.
Ayala Land said inclusion signals growing global recognition of real estate’s critical role in climate action and urban resilience. ALI is the only Philippine real estate company recognized in the global ranking, which evaluated more than 5,700 companies across 21 industries and 36 countries.
The ranking was conducted by TIME in partnership with global data firm Statista, using a rigorous four- stage methodology that assessed over 20 environmental, social, and governance (ESG) indicators.
ALI said this international recognition underscores its longstanding commitment to shaping resilient, low-carbon communities while delivering long-term value for stakeholders.
“This global distinction affirms that sustainability is not just a pillar of our strategy—it’s embedded in the way we build, grow, and create impact. It pushes us further to lead in shaping greener, more resilient communities for generations to come,” said ALI Chief Sustainability Officer Robert S. Lao.
Ayala Land stands out for its end-to-end approach to sustainability—integrating environmental stewardship from land acquisition and master planning to construction and long-term property operations.
This comprehensive strategy has allowed the company to achieve significant milestones:
• 96% of gross leasable area (GLA) across its malls, offices, and hotels is now powered by renewable energy, covering 101 commercial properties as of end-2024.
• ALI diverted 32% of total waste from landfills across both operations and construction sites, with pilot programs underway for plastics, food waste, and residual waste—key steps toward its Zero Waste to Landfill target by 2030.
• The company has 34 green-certified buildings, covering more than 1.16 million sqm of GFA, with certifications from LEED, BERDE, WELL, and EDGE.
• Green mobility is a growing focus, with investments in pedestrian zones, bike lanes, EV charging stations, and improved access to public transportation.
Reinforcing its climate agenda, Ayala Land has committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050, with near-term goals of cutting absolute greenhouse gas emissions by 42 percent by 2030.
These targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aligning ALI with the most stringent global standards for corporate climate action.
Beyond environmental outcomes, ALI continues to drive social impact through programs that advance employee health and safety, tenant engagement, and inclusive community development—making sustainability a shared value across stakeholders.

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