MGen Renewable Energy, Inc. (MGreen), a subsidiary of Meralco’s power generation arm Meralco PowerGen Corporation, is set to invest P15.9 billion in SP New Energy Corporation (SPNEC). Upon closing, MGreen’s common and preferred voting shares will make MGreen the controlling shareholder of SPNEC...
Recognizing today's youth’s key role as tomorrow’s guardians of the environment, SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime) and World Wide Fund for Nature Philippines (WWF-Philippines) have teamed up to launch "YOUth are the Future," a leadership program aimed to equip young student leaders on...
In an age where the environmental consequences of human actions are increasingly evident, the significance of knowledge in addressing environmental crises cannot be overstated. In this edition of ECO VOICES, we engage in a conversation with Dr. Marie Obusan, an esteemed educator holding a...
By Carla Mortel Baricaua On its second run, the Manila Bulletin Sustainability Forum 2023 promises a two-day live presentation and discussion from Nov. 21-22, 2023, at the School of Statistics Auditorium in the University of Philippines Diliman, in an event that aims to answer the need to initiate...
Laguna has long been renowned for its thriving coconut industry. As the second-largest producer of coconuts in the country, locals have harnessed the potential of the so-called "Tree of Life," turning its bountiful resources into a wide range of products that benefit both the local economy and the...
To inspire the youth towards sustainable living, SM Supermalls entered into an academe partnership with top universities in Baguio City for a series of educational tours that highlight water conservation, energy efficiency and solid waste management. The instructive activity aims to build awareness...
One-third of all oceanic plastic wastes in the world came from the Philippines, according to a study published in the Science Advances journal, which goes to show that the country is still facing major difficulty in managing plastic wastes nationwide. Plastic waste mismanagement is a major...
Volunteers from Okada Manila, Paranaque City Environment and Natural Resources Officer (CENRO), Paranaque’s Cleanliness Beautification and Sanitation (CBS), the International Coastal Cleanup (ICC), the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), the Philippine National Police (PNP), the Philippine Marine...
Joy~Nostalg Hotel & Suites Manila celebrated its 14th anniversary by partnering with Liter of Light to provide eco-friendly solar lighting solutions to the homes of Sitio Catmon 2 in Brgy. Wawa, Rizal. The event, themed “One Four The Journey,” not only commemorates 14 years of hotel...
From left: SM Supermalls Vice President Liza Silerio, SM Prime Chairman of the Executive Committee Hans T. Sy, GUUN CEO Shinji Fujieda, GUUN Philippine Branch Senior Managing Director and General Manager Takeshi Konishi. Leading real estate developer in Southeast Asia, SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM...
C-Joy Poultry Meats Production Incorporated, a joint venture between Jollibee Group and Cargill and one of the largest poultry processing plants in the Philippines, received an NSF Animal Welfare Certification from the National Chicken Council (NCC) of the United States of America. This...
Coastal 500, a global network of mayors and local leaders committed to healthy, prosperous, and thriving coastal communities, is one of the 15 finalists for The Earthshot Prize 2023. This is a prestigious global environmental award initiated by Prince William that celebrates and champions...
