Globe Telecom Inc. is taking a huge step toward sustainability by announcing the transition of Globe Prepaid and TM SIM (subscriber identity module) cards from virgin plastics to 100 percent recycled plastics.
Globe previously launched eco-friendly SIMs in 2022 for its postpaid users, becoming the first telco company in the country to use recycled plastic for its simbeds.
Launching the product to prepaid users will cover approximately 96 percent of Globe’s entire mobile base.
“The launch of our ecoSIMs is just one of the many ways Globe is working towards a greener Philippines, and we invite our customers to be part of this journey,” said Globe’s Head of Consumer Mobile Business Eric Tanbauco.
The Ayala-backed telco giant said its eco-friendly SIMs will soon be available nationwide.
It added that this will make it easier for customers to participate in meaningful changes toward a more sustainable future.
According to the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), virgin plastics refer to plastics that are newly manufactured from petrochemical feedstock, such as gas or oil.
Transitioning to recycled plastics—which are manufactured from post-consumer plastic scrap or waste—is a key step for Globe’s environmental responsibility.
“As sustainability becomes a key priority for consumers, Globe continues to integrate eco-friendly initiatives into its services,” it said.
The telco said eco-friendly SIMs resonate deeply with today’s customers, especially Gen Z, who demand real action from brands on climate change.
It explained that its prepaid services remain the top choice for value-conscious consumers, proving that sustainability and affordability can go hand in hand.
“This ensures that customers can enjoy a consistent connection while making a positive difference for the planet,” the company said.
Apart from these new SIM cards, Globe is ramping up integrating green initiatives into its operations.
These efforts include green network solutions, use of renewable energy, shift to electric vehicles, and other climate action strategies that help minimize environmental impact.
Globe said it is committed to affirm its role as a leader in responsible and innovative communications by ensuring that every connection “contributes to a greener tomorrow.”