Telecommunications company Globe has joined the private sector’s support for the Department of Environment and Natural Resources’ (DENR) Forests for Life program, which aims to plant and grow 5 million trees across several areas in the Philippines by 2028.
The program focuses on the rehabilitation of forest lands in Ilocos Norte, Rizal, Leyte, Bataan, Bukidnon, and Lanao del Norte. Globe will participate through reforestation, community involvement, and other efforts to help achieve the goal.
“We’re proud to stand with DENR and other partners in growing this initiative. Protecting the environment requires consistent action and collaboration,” said Yoly Crisanto, chief sustainability and corporate communications officer at Globe. “Through our climate and other environmental programs and partnerships, we are making sustainability more accessible to communities and empowering individuals to make a positive impact.”
Adopting eco-friendly practices
This move also ties into Globe’s broader climate action efforts. The company has adopted measures like using electric shuttle services for employees, investing in energy-saving network solutions, and shifting to renewable energy sources in its large facilities.
Earlier this year, Globe joined the global Earth Hour movement, calling on people, businesses, and organizations to switch off non-essential lights for one hour and to adopt habits that support a sustainable lifestyle.
Globe also encouraged simple energy-saving practices that people can do daily, such as unplugging devices when not in use and taking the stairs instead of elevators when possible.
Globe’s environmental efforts focus on cutting greenhouse gas emissions across its operations and supply chain. The company said it remains open to working with public agencies, non-profits, and other groups to push for shared sustainability goals.