Globe received an A- rating for its climate efforts in 2025, earning a place on CDP’s list of global climate leaders. The ratings reflect the company’s level of environmental transparency and the actions it has taken to address climate-related impacts.
CDP, or the Carbon Disclosure Project, is a global nonprofit organization that helps companies, cities and governments measure and report how their activities affect the environment. The three key areas it focuses on are climate change, water security and deforestation. CDP collects environmental data from organizations worldwide and, by sharing information, encourages them to take real, measurable steps toward sustainability.
Understanding the score
CDP scores companies from D- to A, with A as the highest rating. An A- indicates that a company is performing at a leadership level in terms of environmental management and reporting.
The A- score Globe received reflects its climate planning, its inventory of greenhouse gas emissions, including those from suppliers, and its climate scenario analysis to understand risks from extreme weather. These efforts align with its long-term strategy of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
In addition to its climate score, Globe also received a B rating for Water Security. As this was the company’s first year of assessment, a B score shows that systems for managing water impacts are in place and that steps toward conservation are underway.
At its main headquarters, Globe collects rainwater, air-conditioning condensate and cooling water. This "graywater" or wastewater is treated and reused for flushing, landscaping and general maintenance. In 2024, the company reused over 33,500 cubic meters of graywater, significantly reducing freshwater consumption. It also uses water-saving features such as motion-sensor faucets and runs employee awareness campaigns to encourage conservation.
Globe maintains a complete record of greenhouse gas emissions from its facilities, suppliers and partners. It has also expanded its use of renewable energy, with 171 cell sites and key facilities now running on clean energy. More than 38,000 green network solutions have been deployed nationwide. These upgrades help reduce emissions and improve network resilience during disasters, an important advantage in a climate-vulnerable country like the Philippines.
To reduce plastic use, Globe has introduced EcoSIM cards made from recycled materials and transitioned all postpaid SIMs to EcoSIMs by 2024. This shift avoided the use of more than 1,200 kilograms of virgin plastic. The company continues to reduce waste by promoting eSIMs, paperless billing and digital customer services.
Success and sustainability
When it comes to taking care of the environment, companies must go beyond making promises. They must demonstrate measurable actions as well. Globe’s CDP scores suggest that progress is possible even in industries and environments facing significant climate risks.
A company doesn’t have to choose between making a profit and being responsible. They can grow while cutting pollution and saving resources. In a country like the Philippines, which is hit hard by climate change, taking care of nature isn’t just a choice anymore; it is a requirement.