Maynilad “Clean And Green” energy solutions cited in 2023 Europa Awards.
West Zone concessionaire Maynilad Water Services, Inc. (Maynilad) recently earned recognition under the “Clean and Green Energy” category of the 2023 Europa Awards, organized by the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP).
The ECCP hailed Maynilad’s efforts in pursuing clean and green energy solutions through the implementation of technological innovations that minimized energy consumption in its water supply operations. Some of Maynilad’s energy management strategies include the installation of photovoltaic solar power farms to run several facilities at La Mesa Compound in Quezon City, which effectively lowered the company’s carbon emissions by 21 tons per month. Furthermore, the company has started its gradual transition to using electric vehicles in its operations to further reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
ECCP’s Europa Awards recognizes companies that show exceptional performance and contributions in promoting sustainability in line with global standards and the Philippine Development Plan. The Clean and Energy category award that Maynilad won is given to companies that have successfully incorporated the use of clean and renewable energy sources in its day-to-day operations, and actively promoted the use of clean energy within the country, thereby aiding the government in its thrust to reduce the country’s greenhouse gas emissions by 70% by 2030 as stipulated in the Paris Agreement.
JMSDF participates in the multilateral exercise
From October 2 to 13, the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) participated in the multilateral exercise “Exercise SAMASAMA 2023” hosted by the United States Navy (USN) and the Philippine Navy (PN) to strengthen cooperation and to realize a “Free and Open Indo-Pacific” with like-minded countries. The JMSDF deployed JS AKEBONO to join counterpart units from the navies of the U.S., Philippines, Canada, and the U.K.
SAMASAMA 2023 was held in the vicinity of Manila and Legazpi cities and was divided into two phases: the Harbor Phase and the Sea Phase. During the Harbor Phase, held on 2-7 October, participants engaged in subject-matter expertise exchanges spanning several topics such as maritime domain awareness, international law, and medical practices. The Sea Phase, held on 8-13 October, involved the practical aspects of the exercise such as search and rescue exercise and replenishment at sea, among many others.
This is the fourth time the JMSDF has participated in this multilateral exercise since 2019.
Through this exercise, the JMSDF seeks to improve its tactical capabilities and enhance mutual understanding and strengthen relationship of trust with participating navies.
Selsun Blue at 7-Eleven stores
Now anyone with scalp issues can get relief from dandruff faster and in an even more convenient way. Selsun Blue is now available in handy sachets at over 600 7-Eleven stores everywhere!
Get the Selsun Blue Pro-X Extra Strength Anti-Dandruff Shampoo to zap dandruff away in practical sachets at 7-Eleven stores nationwide. It has added menthol to get relief from scalp itching, irritation, and redness, and contains Honey Extract to lock moisture in, helping bring dull strands back to life.
Selsun Blue also offers another two unique variants to address more scalp and hair care needs. It has Selsun Blue Pro 2-in-1 Anti-Dandruff Shampoo, which is a shampoo and conditioner in one convenient formulation for those with normal hair. It contains hyaluronic acid and vitamin B5 to make locks softer and more manageable.
Then, there’s Selsun Blue Pro Extra Moisturizing Anti-Dandruff Shampoo with Arginine HCL and Lysine HCL to repair dry and damaged locks due to styling and coloring by protecting and retaining the moisture in scalp and hair. The shampoo leaves them clean and flake-free, and also more conditioned after every use.
Find Selsun Blue Pro-X Extra Strength Anti-Dandruff Shampoo sachets at 7-Eleven stores near you and take advantage of its coming Buy 3, Get 1 promo to stock up.
Get the rest of the range at Watsons and Mercury Drug branches and online through the Mentholatum store on Lazada and Shopee.
Etiqa PH receives Golden Arrow Award for good corporate governance
As testament to its continuous pursuit of sound and responsible corporate governance, Etiqa Philippines, the country’s foremost advocate of insurtech with a strong ASEAN footprint, was recently recognized at the Golden Arrow Awards 2023. It is an annual event that celebrates outstanding achievements in corporate governance organized by the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD) working closely with the Philippine Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Insurance Commission (IC).
The ASEAN Corporate Governance Scorecard (AGCS) is the instrument used for the assessment and ranking of publicly listed and insurance companies in six ASEAN countries – Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. The IC, SEC and ICD assess companies based on the ACGS, which serves as an instrument to determine the management of an organization as well as its adherence to governmental regulations. The ACGS evaluates companies across five areas of corporate governance, including rights of shareholders, equitable treatment of shareholders, the role of shareholders, disclosure and transparency, and the responsibilities of the board.
Converge inspires MSMEs, start-ups in SEC roadshow
Converge ICT Solutions Inc., the fastest growing broadband operator in the Philippines, joined hands with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in encouraging small-scale businesses and start-ups to access the capital market to address their financing needs.
In the Baguio leg of the SEC’s roadshow on capital formation for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and start-ups, the SEC encouraged business owners to secure funding through capital market-based services such as public offering, crowdfunding, and private placements, among others.
Converge vice president and head of Investor Relations Owen Kieffer Ocampo inspired local entrepreneurs by sharing how Converge accelerated business growth by offering shares to the public, highlighting the boosts gained by the company when it braved the pandemic crisis and had its initial public offering (IPO) in October 2020.
Aside from connecting households, Converge has also been uplifting the MSME sector as part of its vision to empower the nation to be its best through Converge Business, which enables small businesses through innovative connectivity products such as flexiBIZ, and empowers medium and large enterprises with value-added services such as Converge Workplace solutions like SweldoMo, and the Hotel Management software.
Through the SEC Office for the Advancement of Strategic Investments in SMEs (OASIS), the regulatory commission promotes alternative financing options for small-scale enterprises and start-ups, helping them secure financing through the capital market.
Bayad, RCBC renew partnership for seamless digital financial solutions
The pioneer brand in the outsourced payment collection system in the Philippines, CIS Bayad Center, Inc. (Bayad) has renewed its partnership with Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC), enabling inclusive financial services through RCBC Diskartech and RCBC ATM Go.
RCBC DiskarTech is the country’s first multilingual financial inclusion application that allows users to deposit, save, withdraw, and pay bills.
With its bills payment capability powered by Bayad, RCBC DiskarTech app users will now be able to conveniently settle their bills for electric and water utilities, cable and internet, government contributions, loan payments, credit cards, school tuition fees, online shopping, insurance, and many others. Apart from this, RCBC DiskarTech App users will now also be able to deposit funds and withdraw cash through Bayad Center branches.
On the other hand, RCBC ATM Go is the country’s largest bank-agnostic, mobile-point-of-system and grassroots-oriented ATM service. By partnering with MSMEs and local businesses in low-income, rural and remote communities, RCBC emerged as the only universal private bank to have 100% coverage by servicing all 82 provinces including Geographically Isolated and Disadvantaged Areas (GIDAs).
Today, RCBC ATM Go users can conveniently have their bank transactions such as balance inquiry, withdraw, and fund transfer, by simply entering their ATM pin on the POS machine at the nearest Bayad Center in their area.
