Globe now operates 25 high-energy use sites running on renewable energy as of latest with the addition of its Iloilo facility.
The firm said this forms part of the commitment to sustainability by allowing facilities to use renewable energy consistent with the government’s green energy option program (GEOP).
Globe said the ongoing shift is also part of its climate action strategy in line with the Ayala Group’s commitment to achieve net zero greenhouse emissions by 2050 and the country’s carbon emission reduction target.
Apart from Iloilo, Globe facilities running on renewable energy include Makati, Quezon City, Caloocan, Taguig head office, Mandaluyong, San Juan, Manila, Marikina, Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Tarlac and Cebu.
“By shifting our high energy utilization facilities to renewable energy sources, we are contributing to the Philippines’ efforts to support the country’s sustainable energy agenda and address the associated risks of climate change,” said Rizza Eala, Globe chief finance officer, treasurer and chief risk officer.
Last year, Globe secured the ISO 50001:2018 certification for Energy Management Systems as it endeavors to transition to low-carbon operation and roll out a framework for carbon reduction and operational efficiency.
The company is also exploring alternative energy solutions to reduce reliance on traditional diesel gensets and electricity from the grid, such as solar hybrid gensets and onsite solar panels.
