ESH department head Nuj Ramos Jr. (center) receives the award on behalf of FPIPFirst Philippine Industrial Park (FPIP) received the Success Story Award from the Pollution Control Association of the Philippines Inc. (PCAPI) during the 44th National Annual Convention and General Assembly held at the Boracay New Coast Convention Center, Aklan, in April.

The Success Story Award recognizes companies that have successfully implemented longterm projects that address environmental problems or have major environmental impact. Its criteria include having significant contributions to pollution prevention and/or control, natural resources conservation, environmental awareness, and environmental conflict resolution; having measurable and/or documented success; adopting and/or introducing innovative, resourceful strategy; earning sustainable success or benefits; coming up with solutions that are applicable in other industries; and generating significant savings.

“We are a proud recipient of PCAPI’s Success Story Award,” said Armando Ramos Jr., head of FPIP’s environment, safety and health department. “Environmental stewardship is one of the core values of FPIP, and this award is a testament to our commitment. It also underscores our efforts to echo First Philippine Holdings Corporation’s mission to create a regenerative and decarbonized world for current and future generations.”

FPIP was chosen due to its initiatives aimed at achieving net zero emissions by 2050. These include solarization of facilities, utilization of renewable energy through the Green Energy Option Program, parkwide tree planting and integration of e-vehicles in its operations.

They not only made a positive impact on the environment but also yielded economic benefits. On top of saving P3.1 million, FPIP reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 2,681 MTCO2e which is equivalent to 931 tons of recycled waste, 263,360 gallons of diesel consumption, 44,331 tree seedlings grown for 10 years, or annual electricity use of 529 homes.

Ramos said the award inspired FPIP to introduce more initiatives that positively impact the planet and conform to government requirements.

“We will continue to work with environmental experts and strengthen our existing environmental programs for us to reduce our net emissions to 4,154 MTCO2e by 2030, which is based on the Science Based Target initiatives, to achieve net zero by 2050,” Ramos added.

(Story/Photos by:Charizze Henson)