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IBM’s 30th Annual Environmental Report highlights reduction in CO2 emissions

IBM implemented 1,660 energy conservation projects at nearly 230 locations globally. These projects delivered annual energy savings of 136,000 MWh, equal to 3.2% of the company’s total energy use during 2019 and surpassing the corporate goal of 3%.

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IBM’s operational CO2 emissions have been reduced by 39.7%  since 2005, according to IBM’s 30th annual IBM and the Environment Report, released today. The achievement puts IBM well ahead of schedule in reaching its current goal of a 40% reduction in COemissions by 2025.

In addition, 47% of the electricity IBM consumed in 2019 came from renewable sources, keeping the company on track to get 55% of its electricity from renewables by 2025.

IBM implemented 1,660 energy conservation projects at nearly 230 locations globally. These projects delivered annual energy savings of 136,000 MWh, equal to 3.2% of the company’s total energy use during 2019 and surpassing the corporate goal of 3%.

“IBM was instrumental in establishing corporate environmental reporting three decades ago because we saw that embracing openness drives results,” said Wayne Balta, vice president of environmental affairs and product safety. “Our continual and dependable progress throughout the years has been underscored by our dedication to transparent reporting and IBM’s values.”

Other highlights from the report; in 2019:

  • IBM implemented 1,660 energy conservation projects at nearly 230 locations globally. These projects delivered annual energy savings of 136,000 MWh, equal to 3.2% of the company’s total energy use during 2019 and surpassing the corporate goal of 3%. IBM has sustained a goal for energy conservation since 1975 and began reporting annual energy conservation savings in 1992. Getting the same work done with less energy has long been a top priority at IBM for addressing climate change. 
  • IBM became a Founding Member of the Climate Leadership Council and supports its bipartisan roadmap for a carbon tax with corresponding carbon dividend.  
  • Technical experts at IBM across the company’s business units and research division continued to develop new ways of helping to solve difficult environmental problems based upon data and today’s exponential information technologies — including AI, analytics, IoT and blockchain, which have the power to change business models, reinvent processes, and reimagine work.

These solutions demonstrate “good tech” and the art of the possible. For example, IBM Research developed an AI-based forecasting and control system that improves electricity storage in photovoltaic systems. And IBM created a digital farming platform that will provide farmers with hyperlocal weather forecasts in addition to offering real-time recommendations tailored to the specific needs of individual fields and crops, helping to increase crop production, save water and decrease the need for fertilizers and pesticides.

Transparency in Carbon Reporting
The report codifies IBM’s longstanding practice of transparency in carbon reporting to ensure that IBM’s disclosure of energy consumption, COemissions, and renewable energy be done in a way that is clear.

“Climate change represents a serious threat to our planet that must be addressed right now,” Balta continued. “Transparent communications are essential to secure popular support for action.”

A long history of excellence
In addition to being one of the first multinational companies to produce its own environmental report, IBM also led the creation of the first cross-industry guidelines for voluntary corporate environmental reporting back in the early 1990s. Upon working with industry peers, learning from business associations, and with input from the Coalition for Environmentally Responsible Economies (CERES), IBM and nine other companies published the Public Environmental Reporting Initiative (PERI) Guidelines in 1994. These guidelines marked a beginning of what has since become a common business practice for many companies. 

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Canon champions lifesaving advocacy with blood donation drive in partnership with NKTI

As part of Canon’s Health and Wellness initiatives, the event united employees in a shared mission to save lives and promote the spirit of giving. A total of 30 Canon employees participated as donors, contributing to NKTI’s blood bank and providing vital support for patients in need of blood transfusions.

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Canon Marketing (Philippines), Inc. (CMPI) reinforced its commitment to corporate social responsibility and community health through a successful Blood Donation Drive in collaboration with the National Kidney and Transplant Institute (NKTI).

As part of Canon’s Health and Wellness initiatives, the event united employees in a shared mission to save lives and promote the spirit of giving. A total of 30 Canon employees participated as donors, contributing to NKTI’s blood bank and providing vital support for patients in need of blood transfusions.

“Every drop of blood is a symbol of compassion and hope,” said Anuj Aggarwal, President & CEO of Canon Marketing (Philippines), Inc. “We are proud of our employees for coming forward to make a real difference. This initiative truly reflects Canon’s philosophy of kyosei—living and working together for the common good.”

Dr. Jose Dante Dator, Executive Director of NKTI, commended Canon’s initiative:

“Partnerships like this highlight the power of collaboration between the private sector and healthcare institutions. Canon’s support directly contributes to saving countless lives, and we hope more organizations will follow their example.”

Through this initiative, Canon Philippines continues to advocate for health, wellness, and community service, embodying its vision to create a positive impact beyond business. The Blood Donation Drive also underscores Canon’s dedication to nurturing a culture of care, empathy, and social responsibility among its employees.

Canon is a global multibillion-dollar company with one of the world’s most extensive digital imaging product lines. In 2020, it marked its 35th consecutive year among the top five U.S. patent holders and its 16th straight year as the leading Japanese company for U.S. patents granted—a testament to its culture of innovation.

Guided by its Kyosei philosophy of living and working together for the common good, Canon delivers total imaging solutions that enhance both personal and professional lives. Recognized as one of the Top 20 brands in Asia-Pacific (Campaign Asia-Pacific & Nielsen, 2018), the brand is known for performance, reliability, and corporate citizenship.

In the Philippines, Canon Marketing (Philippines), Inc. operates nationwide with a strong network of offices and authorized service centers. It has earned multiple honors, including the Corporate Award and Gold Bagwis Seal of Excellence for outstanding customer service.

Canon Philippines is committed to sustainability, embedding eco-friendly practices across its operations and product lifecycle to help build a greener future.

For press materials, visit the Canon Press Center. For product and service inquiries, contact our Customer Care Hotline at +63-2-884-9000.

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Chevron leads coastal cleanup in Batangas with 250 volunteers

By joining forces, employees, contractors, and community partners were able to collect 232 sacks of trash from the shoreline near the Chevron Batangas terminal, a coastal stretch that also serves as a nesting ground for Olive-Ridley sea turtles.

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The annual Coastal Cleanup hosted by Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), marketer of Caltex fuels and lubricants, brought together 250 volunteers in San Pascual, Batangas. By joining forces, employees, contractors, and community partners were able to collect 232 sacks of trash from the shoreline near the Chevron Batangas terminal, a coastal stretch that also serves as a nesting ground for Olive-Ridley sea turtles.

The initiative, held in line with the International Coastal Cleanup, was made possible through the collaboration of multiple organizations, including SRDC, CJI General Services Inc., 5G Security Inc. (5GS), the Philippine National Police (PNP), Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), Philippine Coast Guard Auxiliary (PCGA), Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office (MENRO), City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO), and Barangay Danglayan.

Partnerships that Matter

Mae Belle Albay, Head Operator at Chevron Philippines Inc., highlighted the importance of collective action in ensuring the success of this year’s cleanup.

“This cleanup demonstrates what’s possible when everyone—local government, community members, our employees, and contractors—comes together with a shared purpose. Although this area is within Chevron’s operational control, it remains a shared space that we all rely on and have a responsibility to protect. Collaborative efforts like this show the power of collective action in preserving the environment as part of our environmental stewardship,” Albay said.The largest group of volunteers came from the Manila Shared Services Center (MSSC) with 118 members collecting 84 sacks of waste, followed by 5GS with 30 volunteers gathering 28 sacks, while Chevron employees and contractors contributed 25 volunteers and 59 sacks. The PCGA sent 7 volunteers who collected 14 sacks.

Beyond One-Day Cleanups

hevron has been organizing the San Pascual coastal cleanup since 2009, but Albay emphasized that sustainability goes beyond one-day efforts.

“It used to be just one big cleanup each year. But since 2015, we’ve shifted to more regular efforts to prevent waste from piling up. By organizing smaller, more frequent cleanups, we’ve found that we can make a bigger, more lasting impact on our environment,” she explained

Environmental Stewardship at the Core

For Chevron, environmental protection is integral to its operations, especially with its terminal located along Batangas’ shoreline.

“It’s always been the company’s social responsibility to share our part in cleaning the environment, especially with our operations dealing with the coastline and vessels from overseas,” said Raymund Año, Batangas Terminal Manager.

He added that the company also implements sustainable practices within the workplace. “Even here in the terminal, we’re eliminating the use of bottled water; we just use glasses and dispensers. Small efforts will mean a lot in protecting the environment, especially now when plastics are still widely used but remain non-biodegradable.”

Spreading Awareness and Volunteerism

The annual cleanup is more than a corporate social responsibility project; it is a call for environmental awareness and volunteerism.

“I hope every year we can do this and that more will join. This is sustainable volunteerism —and with more volunteers, the more waste we are able to collect. Each sack matters in keeping our coastline clean,” Año added.

Looking forward, Chevron plans to continue working with local government units, community organizations, and private partners to expand its environmental initiatives.

“As we spread awareness, we hope other companies and individuals are encouraged to do their part. Hindi lang naman ito tungkulin ng Chevron Philippines, kundi responsibilidad ng lahat,” Año emphasized. (“As we spread awareness, we hope other companies and individuals are encouraged to do their part. This is not just Chevron Philippines’ duty, but everyone’s responsibility,”)

A Lasting Commitment

Through initiatives like the San Pascual coastal cleanup, Chevron and its partners continue to show that collective efforts can create long-term impact in preserving marine ecosystems. The 232 sacks of waste collected this year serve as a reminder of both the challenges and the possibilities in maintaining cleaner, safer coastlines for future generations.

Protecting Olive-Ridley Sea Turtles

The San Pascual coastline is not only a community resource but also a vital ecological site. It serves as a nesting ground for Olive-Ridley sea turtles (Lepidochelys olivacea), one of the world’s most widely distributed but still vulnerable marine turtle species. These turtles come ashore to lay their eggs between August and October, making coastal cleanliness critical to ensuring hatchlings have a safe path back to the sea.

By keeping the shoreline free from plastics and other debris, volunteers help improve the chances of survival for these turtles—whose global populations are threatened by pollution, habitat loss, and poaching. Protecting their nesting sites in Batangas is a step toward preserving marine biodiversity for generations to come.

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Shell Philippines turns 3 metric tons of plastic waste into bike racks for sustainable mobility project

Shell Philippines bought plastic credits from PCX Markets,a responsibility platform that offers upstream solutions and helps fund plastic pollution cleanup projects around the world. 

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Shell Philippines has delivered a set of 110 bike racks made from 3,000 kg of plastic waste around Metro Manila and Southern Luzon as part of a unique activation to help encourage sustainable mobility and spotlight the power of the circular economy.

The Philippines has been hard hit by the plastic waste crisis which threatens the health of our planet.  The country’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Act, which requires large companies to recover 40% of their plastic packaging footprint in 2024, aims to encourage a circular economy for plastics to ensure waste doesn’t end up in nature.

Shell Philippines bought plastic credits from PCX Markets,a responsibility platform that offers upstream solutions and helps fund plastic pollution cleanup projects around the world.  One credit enables the collection and processing of 1,000 kilograms of plastic waste by project partners listed on PCX Markets. This purchase supports the work of EFT Philippines, an SME based in Davao that upcycles plastic waste into various items such as outdoor furniture.

Funds raised by credit sales helped EFT Philippines expand collection and purchase more plastic waste from informal sector waste pickers through aggregators, such as junk shops..  Shell went on to purchase upcycled bike racks from EFT, helping fund the entire circular journey of plastic waste, from collection through to processing and finally, through the purchase of the end product.

Shell unveiled the project on October 24, 2024 including the first prototype, as part of the company’s Sustainability Week event in Manila. The first 55 bike racks was installed in various Shell Mobility sites in Q1 of 2025, and another 55 will be deployed within the the 3rd quarter of 2025.

Shell supports the need for improved circularity of plastics markets and globally aims to increase the amount of recycled plastic in Shell-branded packaging to 30% by 2030 and ensure that the packaging used in their products is reusable or recyclable. The company’s approach to sustainability is integrating sustainable practices in every aspect of the business, from its operations to customer interactions. 

In the Philippines, Shell has partnered with PCX Markets to develop a downstream plastic diversion program that helps fund several recycling, upcycling, and social impact projects to help keep plastic out of nature. 

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