Through strategic partnerships with Fostering Education & Environment for Development, Inc. (FEED), EcoMatcher Ltd, and the Keo Seima Wildlife Sanctuary Project, Grab is making it easier for customers to contribute to sustainability efforts while using its services.
With the Green Programme, Grab users can opt to donate P2.00 per GrabCar or GrabTaxi ride and P1.00 per GrabFood or GrabMart delivery, helping fund various conservation projects, the company said in a statement.
A key initiative under this program is a mangrove-planting project in Dulao Village, La Union, in collaboration with local farmers and community members. This effort, supported by EcoMatcher and FEED, aims to restore, preserve, and protect biodiversity across the Philippines.
Users can activate or deactivate the Green Programme by navigating to the "Support the Environment" section under "Account" or toggling the option before confirming a food or grocery delivery.
“In line with our ongoing commitment to nation-building, Grab is focused on leveraging our technology to foster sustainability across Philippine communities,” said Greg Camacho, Director for Strategy at Grab Philippines.
The Green Programme is the latest addition to Grab’s comprehensive sustainability efforts, which also include cutlery opt-out options to reduce plastic waste and a regional partnership with BYD to introduce electric vehicles for driver-partners.
Additionally, Grab’s FoodShare Program with Starbucks helps tackle food insecurity by distributing unsold food to local nonprofits. — Ed: Corrie S. Narisma
