P&G gets Silver LEED certification for new Distribution Center Expansion project

P&G representatives accepts the SILVER LEED Certificate with representatives from the LEED Certification consultant company, OVE ARUP & PARTNERS HONGKONG LTD PHILIPPINE BRANCH, Raul Manlapig, Managing Director, and Aladdin Ucol, Project Manager.

Procter & Gamble Philippines (P&G) was recently awarded a Silver LEED certification for its new Distribution Center Expansion project in the P&G Cabuyao manufacturing plant. 

The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, or LEED, is the most widely used green building rating system in the world. It is acknowledged as a symbol of sustainability achievement and leadership.  A LEED certification means that a building is designed and built to improve its performance in energy and water efficiency, carbon dioxide emissions reductions, improved indoor air quality, and resource stewardship. The P&G facility incorporates energy saving features, such as the use of roof skylights minimizing use of LED lighting during the day; and programmed ventilation utilizing 50% energy usage during the colder times of the day. 

P&G to launch booster program for vaccinated employees

With the government approving the administration of COVID-19 booster shots for essential workers and the general adult population, Procter & Gamble (P&G) Philippines will soon begin their Booster Program to continue protecting their employees, eligible dependents, and any two added members of an employee’s household.

With almost 100% of its organization fully vaccinated, P&G’s booster program, is part of its continued efforts to prioritize the health and safety of their employees and to help the government’s efforts to vaccinate and boost as many as possible in the population. Its rollout will follow all government guidelines on eligibility and prioritization such as number of days since second dose, age and co-morbidities.

“Since the beginning, P&G’s number one priority has been protecting the health and safety of our employees.  This enables us to keep serving consumers in the country and provide help to communities in need.  Our focus is to be a force for good and a force for growth to help the country recover from this pandemic,” says Raffy Fajardo, President and General Manager of P&G Philippines.

The company’s Force for Good efforts have provided millions of P&G-produced face masks to frontliners, health and hygiene infrastructure and products to hospitals, schools and families, and support for mass education on DOH’s BIDA Solusyon tips against Covid-19. 

Meralco helps restore power in typhoon-hit areas

The Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) has extended assistance to expedite restoration of electricity services in areas that were severely affected by Typhoon Odette (international name: Rai)

The company immediately coordinated with the Department of Energy and the Visayan Electric Co. (VECO) and sent an advance party in Cebu on December 19 to help assess the extent of damage to power facilities.

Extend the Christmas Festivities with UNIQLO’s Holiday Deals from December 26 to December 30

Japanese global retailer, UNIQLO, continues to spread Christmas cheer with their Holiday Deals from December 24 to 30. Customers can enjoy exclusive offers on their favorite LifeWear items when they shop both online and in-stores.With these Holiday Deals, customers can keep gifting LifeWear to their family, friends and loved ones. 

HIGHLIGHTED OFFERS

Women’s Ultra Light Down Parka

UNIQLO’s Ultra Light Down Parka is ultra-light and ultra-warm—made to provide comfort just in time for the cold season. Its newly updated design is made with wider quilting for a more casual look for everyday wear. It also has a pocketable design that can be stored in a pouch for easy carrying.

Now available at PHP 3490.00 from PHP 3990.00.

Five Tips for Getting Your Home Ready for the Holidays

Preparing for the holidays can immediately turn into an overwhelming event, especially when people are coming over — from cleaning the house, setting up the holiday meals, to ensuring that all loved ones are comfortable and safe indoors. It pays to be prepared for the incoming holidays, without breaking a sweat.

Make this 2021 holiday season the most organized yet with these five tips.

Give children the gift of love and good health at Bantay Bata’s Children’s Village

The coming holidays will again be marked by reunions among many Filipino families but the ongoing pandemic continues to limit social interactions. Despite this, one of the many Christmas traditions that Filipinos will never give up is gift-giving.

During this time, several communities will mount fundraising and gift-giving initiatives to bring joy to everyone during this festive occasion. Among the beneficiaries where communities can help are Bantay Bata and their Children’s Village program.

With healthy living becoming the top priority for all, GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) partners with ABS-CBN Foundation Inc.’s Bantay Bata, in providing vitamin supplements and medicines, like Paracetamol Calpol for Kids, Advil, Scott’s DHA Gummies, thermometers, and more to children and employees, who act as caregivers to the kids in Children’s Village. The donation will benefit kids who are brought in for custody and rehabilitation so they can have holistic care and are protected from diseases. 

Meralco’s new integrated ICT command & control center accelerates customer-centric innovations

The Manila Electric Company (Meralco) has unveiled its most advanced command and controlcenter to date -- the Operations Platform and Telecommunications Integrated Command Center (OPTIC), which now manages all information, communication, and technology (ICT) systems across the Company.

The first of its kind among electricity distribution utilities in the country, the OPTIC is a state-of-the-art facility that aims to reduce unplanned downtime of critical ICT systems, increase productivity of employees, and enhance service delivery to Meralco customers.

Top Brands Share Their E-Commerce Success on Shopee

Johnson & Johnson, vivo, Crocs, SM, and NIVEA share how Shopee supported its growth on the platform

The Philippines is the fastest-growing market in the SEA region, with an overall internet economy likely to reach $40 billion in value by 2025 — and e-commerce greatly contributes to this significant surge. More consumers now heavily rely on online platforms like Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, for their needs. With this,  brands shifted online to better connect with their customers and tap into new and unreached markets. Five brands shared how they took advantage of Shopee’s various programs and enhanced marketing solutions to remain top-of-mind while establishing themselves as a strong player in the digital space. 

Clorox campaigns for better home hygiene amidst a rise in local transmission

Is your home really safe for you and your family? 

As the country’s major cities prepare to ease alert levels, people are expected to go out and converge more as opposed to the last few months, making everyone forget that the pandemic is very much around and won’t go away anytime soon. 

The Philippines' Covid-19 numbers have improved in the Metro Manila region and the transmission of the disease has slowed. According to OCTA Research, the latest reproduction number for the region, which refers to the number of persons an infected person can transfer the virus to, was at 0.99, down from 1.03.  

Sanofi Philippines Capped Off The World Diabetes Day Wit Chit Chat And Healthy Treats

The Sweet Talk Your Way Out of Diabetes and What’s Cookin’, Good Lookin’ online events were a sweet end to the month-long World Diabetes Day Celebration of Sanofi Philippines. In the words of Sanofi’s Country Lead Dr. Amal Makhloufi, “we put the spotlight on what is being done to create awareness and provide solutions for those affected by this lifestyle disease.”

For the organization, the events were created to amplify their Panata in cultivating a healthier Philippines for all. It was a friendly and casual approach on how they can bring important topics such as diabetes care into the spotlight without instilling fear among the audience.

“Our goal is to make it easier for every Filipino to seek access to quality innovative care. It is our mission to just go beyond medicines, but to look and explore holistic care and management especially for our patients with chronic conditions like diabetes,” Dr. Makhloufi shared.

Win a vivo Y76 when you shop at XTREME Appliances this Shopee 12.12 Big Christmas Sale

Shopping malls will be jam-packed with Filipino Christmas shoppers as we feel the holiday breeze. Filipinos definitely enjoy giving gifts and may even be considered obligatory. But if we think of it, it will always be rooted in love, kindness, and appreciation.

That’s why it can be said that the spirit of gift-giving can be expressed in different ways and there are options to help you ease the burden of dealing with a huge swarm of people in congested shopping malls. It’s best to consider shopping online to avoid this and even catch the best deals with discounts and other vouchers.

XTREME Appliances, the country’s leading one-stop-shop app

Kuya Kim Atienza shares long-time secret to Live More, Do More in Life

‘No Transferring’ for Health, Wellness 

For years, he has been known for so many things—a versatile host, a weatherman, and the country’s favorite “Kuya,” who always has exciting stories and trivia to tell. 

Indeed, Kim “Kuya Kim” Atienza has become a household name and one of the most iconic televisions and new media personalities in the country. His career flourishes as he embraces a new chapter and joins GMA Network’s News and Public Affairs.  

But aside from being a well-known personality, he is also a triathlete and a health and wellness advocate. He recently renewed his contract with Santé, a premier natural, and organic health and wellness product and services provider.  

A Quick Guide on Properly Maintaining your Air Purifier

By now, many homeowners have invested in an air purifier and enjoyed the benefits of having one. Simply put, the device sanitizes and deodorizes the air by reducing pollutants such as smoke, allergens like pollen, and many types of toxins. Like any other home device or appliance, the air purifier also requires regular maintenance to keep it running at its optimal performance. 

The best way to ensure that these devices work at their best is to maintain the filters. Filters collect irritants which accumulate over time. If they are not cleaned nor maintained regularly, the irritants clog the filter and make it less effective. Imagine a filter coated with dust, pet dander, and other types of allergen. There will come a point when it can no longer sift through particles.

McKinley Hill is Set to Ensure More Reliable Power Through a New State-of-the-Art Substation

The partnership between Meralco and Megaworld Corporation will improve distribution efficiency, power reliability, and power quality in the luxury township.

The new substation will support the power demands of businesses, institutions, and communities within McKinley Hill, McKinley West, and nearby areas. (PHOTO: Megaworld Corporation)

As the narrative shifts from preparing for a post-pandemic future to thriving in a world where COVID-19 is here to stay, Megaworld Corporation and Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) recognize the role that the private sector plays in driving economic recovery. The two corporations partnered to ensure that the integrated community within McKinley Hill—composed of businesses and homes—is powered with stable and reliable electricity, with the goal of ultimately improving lives.

Fast Retailing Establishes Fiscal 2030 Sustainability Targets and Action Plan

Making LifeWear a “New Industry,” and Accelerating the Transition to a New  Business Model Supporting Both Sustainability and Growth

Fast Retailing is advancing its LifeWear concept–the ultimate in everyday clothing, designed to make everyone’s life better–to create apparel that not only emphasizes quality, design, and price, but also meets the definition of “good clothing” from the standpoint of the environment, people, and society. As part of this philosophy, Fast Retailing has formulated Fiscal 2030 Targets and an Action Plan for core aspects of sustainability. The entire Fast Retailing Group, based on the LifeWear concept, will accelerate its transition to a new business model encompassing both sustainability and business growth.

Crocs Philippines kicks off the holiday shopping with the newest location

Expect the holiday season to be all out merry as Crocs, Inc. (NASDAQ: CROX), a global leader in innovative casual footwear for women, men, and children, finally opens the much-awaited New Concept Store at Ayala TriNoma Mall.  

The new store, located on 2nd floor dubbed as one of the biggest malls in the metro, TriNoma will attract Crocs fans and clog lovers with its redefined store interiors synergized with maximized spaces, increased accessibility, and fully stacked with various new product lineup namely Bleached Dye Collection, Classic Croc Fur Sure Sandal, Classic Croc Glitter Sandal Classic Clogs and Sandals and their extensive Jibbitz collection. 

Going toned down? Not today. The bleach dye print brings the bold, DIY look to any outfit. Get groovy with tie-dye shoes. Perfectly designed colorful clogs that make a statement while staying comfortable.

Distance learning helps a Filipino student win the 115th FedEx Express/JA International Trade Challenge

COVID-19 has reshaped the educational system around the world as it transitioned from in-person classes to virtual learning. Students have had to overcome distractions at home, deal with connectivity issues, and learn to stay motivated despite the lack of physical interaction with teachers and schoolmates.    

But Princess Gurrea has proven that learning is not confined to a classroom and that online platforms such as FedEx JA International Trade Challenge, a global competition that nurtures the entrepreneurial spirit and business skills of young students, provide opportunities to expand one’s horizon. Princess is one of the grand prize winners in the recently concluded 15th edition of the competition.

Pinabilis Para sa Pasko: Know more about Ninja Van Philippines’ commitment to make Christmas happen for Filipinos

Through its operational innovations, Ninja Van ensures it has the capacity to serve the upcoming holiday demand.

Ninja Van riders outfitted in Ninja suits with Santa hats and capes zoom along  Metro Manila

The most wonderful time of the year is almost here! As we’re counting down the days ‘til Christmas, express logistics company Ninja Van Philippines is also gearing up for the barrage of holiday and year-end sales that will definitely increase the demand for delivery services across the country.

Through its Pinabilis Para sa Pasko campaign, Ninja Van Philippines highlights its efforts to ensure fast delivery and excellent customer service during the holiday rush.

PANAta Awards 2021: Towards Hilaraya

PANAta Awards 2021 whose theme Hilaraya once again puts the spotlight on brand builders and the advertising community as they come together for the Awards Night on December 8 to reveal and honor the winners of the most effective and creative marketing communication campaigns in the country.

This year, the country’s prestigious annual award-giving body, organized by advertisers for advertisers, will celebrate with messages of moving forward with courage and optimism. Hilaraya, a portmanteau of the words hila, to pull together and hiraya, the fruit of one’s dreams will be the overarching tone of the one-and-a-half-hour online spectacle that will showcase the industry luminaries with Kapuso and Viva entertainers and talents like Heart Salvador, Rita Daniela, Arthur Nery, Janine Teñoso, The Wishfuls and The Juans.  Kapuso broadcaster Pia Arcangel will host.

To be proclaimed are the winners of the People’s Choice Awards who exemplify creativity despite the challenges. This year’s People’s Choice winners for Excellence in Brand Positioning are Procter and Gamble’s Downy Bye Bye Bahayrus (Gold), Nestle Philippines and Dentsu Jayme Syfu Inc.’s Bangon Sulong (Silver) and BDO Network Bank and Vitalstrats Creative Solutions, Co.’s Ang Inyong BDO sa Bayan (Bronze).