These milestones made possible with ACEN mark a significant achievement―zero Scope 2 carbon emissions, preventing more than 5,000 metric tons of CO2e emissions annually.
“Our transition to 100 percent renewable energy across our factories is a corporate milestone, as it is a commitment to future generations,” said Carlos.
Through partnerships with FAST Logistics and MOBER Philippines, APC is integrating electric vehicles (EVs) into its logistics fleet.
FAST Logistics now operates a 100 percent electric tractor head, while MOBER’s electric four-wheeler vans handle deliveries across Metro Manila, cutting down Scope 3 carbon emissions and bringing cleaner air to the streets.
Rethinking Waste
APC made it a mission to never allow plastics to reach the waters. As a Producer’s Responsibility Organization (PRO) member of the Philippine Alliance for Recycling and Materials Sustainability (PARMS) under the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Law, APC ensures that its industrial plastic waste is co-processed into alternative fuel and raw materials for cement production.
Meanwhile, its sustainable packaging innovations take waste reduction even further.
By down gauging plastic usage, transitioning to mono-material packaging for better recyclability, and eliminating plastic tertiary packaging, APC is reshaping the way products are packed.
At the same time, its Food Waste Utilization Hierarchy ensures that 100 percent of food waste from its Bulacan facility is converted into animal feed, keeping valuable resources in circulation.
“We believe that waste is not just something to dispose of. It is an opportunity to create something better. Our circular economy initiatives ensure that nothing goes to waste, from packaging to food,” Carlos said.
Fighting Food Insecurity
With nearly half of Filipinos facing moderate to severe food insecurity, APC understands that sustainability also means ensuring access to nutritious meals. The company has launched several impactful campaigns:
Bawasin™: Encouraging reduced salt intake for better health.
I Love Veggielicious™: Promoting vegetable consumption through creative meal ideas.
Too Good To Waste™: Transforming food scraps into delicious, waste-free recipes.
Collaborative Development: Partnerships for a Sustainable Future
Sustainability is a collective effort, and APC is leading by example. Through its partnership with Scholars of Sustenance (SOS), the company donates surplus food to those in need, ensuring that edible food never goes to waste.
Perhaps the most inspiring initiative under this pillar is the SariCycle Program, launched in 2024.
This grassroots movement engages sari-sari stores and local communities in collecting and repurposing single-use plastics.
In just one year, the program has collected over 10 metric tons of plastic waste―equivalent to more than 20 million assorted sachets―with over 1,000 SariCyclers leading the charge, in collaboration with the Basic Environmental Systems and Technologies (BEST) Inc.
“Our SariCycle Program proves that when communities come together, real impact happens. This initiative is not just about reducing waste―it’s about empowering communities to be part of the solution,” Carlos said. Othel V. Campos