Maynilad honors 26 water champions
West Zone concessionaire Maynilad Water Services Inc. together with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and National Water Resources Board (NWRB), recognized 26 water champions at the World Water Day Philippines Awards 2024 (WWD.PH Awards) held in Quezon City.
WWD.PH Awards honors outstanding individuals, institutions, and programs that promote water and environmental sustainability in the country.
Recipients of Maynilad’s “Water Warrior Award for Advocacy Leadership” were Quezon City Councilor Mikey Belmonte, GMA Cavite’s Water District general manager Juliet Nacita, Mt. Balagbag Farmers Association of San Isidro San Jose Del Monte City Inc., and Telus Philippines Inc., for demonstrating extraordinary accomplishments in promoting water sustainability and environmental responsibility in their respective constituencies.
The DENR-Environmental Management Bureau’s “Innovation in Marine Litter Education Award” went to Save Philippine Seas, for developing programs and educational tools that will help in marine life protection and conservation.
NWRB’s “Water Wise Award” went to the City of Makati, Universal Robina Corporation Pampanga Plant, and URC Misamis Oriental, for their exemplary commitment to promote water conservation consistent with the agency’s regulatory mandate and advocacy.
The “Kampeon ng Lawa Award” recipient of the Laguna Lake Development Authority went to San Guilmo Bamboo Advocates Inc., for its contributions in the rehabilitation of Laguna de Bay.
The Local Water Utilities Administration’s “Huwarang Lingkod Tubig Award” national winner was Hagonoy Water District, while the regional winners were Baliwag Water District, Metro Kalibo Water District, and Metro Kidapawan Water District. They were recognized for being role models among water districts in water conservation and environmental initiatives.
Going green
Shangri-La Plaza is one with all the advocates and hopes to support a gentler lifestyle by sharing an inspired list of brands that are doing their bit.
Candid Coffee uses 100 percent compostable cups made from sustainable bamboo plants with sugarcane bagasse cup lids and straws that are all free from plastic coating.
MUJI, meanwhile, offers water refilling service at their Shang store.
The Travel Club+ carries Herschel bags crafted from 100 percent recycled EcoSystem fabrics made of repurposed water bottles. Owndays offers Filipino-designed Cases for Change wherein 100 percent of the sales go to non-profits such as Coastal Underwater Resource Management Actions.
The Marketplace carries limited-edition “Seas the Day” shopping bags, with proceeds going to marine conservation organization Save Philippine Seas.
Power Mac Center has the first-ever carbon neutral Apple Watch Series, integrating recycled materials into its watchband while running on clean electricity and cutting down on fossil fuels in its supply chain
LEGO now makes bricks from renewable materials like sugarcane-based bio-PE and recycled materials from kitchen worktops.
Gap has adopted the Washwell techniques in making denim and woven bottoms have already saved over 830 million liters of water since 2016. New Balance meanwhile uses preferred leather and recycled polyester in its shoes, reducing environmental impacts and a reliance on fossil fuels.
Shang is set to host an exciting post-Earth Day outdoor workout session with boutique cycling studio Ride Revolution at the Sky Garden on April 27.
Perks with beepâ„¢ card
beepâ„¢ card holders can enjoy ! exclusive shopping and dining rewards at One Ayala Mall, Makati City.
“One Card, Endless Perks” runs until June 10 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily.
Participating outlets are Auntie Anne’s, Pancake House, Manduca Taberna, Tiger Sugar, Alberto, Innovator, AMEN, Kenny Rogers and Cinnabon.
“AF Payments is dedicated to creating rewarding experiences for the 10.3 million beepâ„¢ card users in the country. Since One Ayala Mall is a major retail andtransport hub frequented not only by Metro Manila residents but also travelers from the provinces, thispartnership allows us to offer our customers more options to maximize their card in their favorite shops and restaurants. We’re continuously working on getting more partners in the beepâ„¢ ecosystem to showcase how a single commuter card can integrate seamlessly into daily life in the Philippines,” said JJ Moreno, CEO of AF Payments Inc., operator of the beepâ„¢ card.
