The company is targeting a 40 percent cut in its direct greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 and has expanded its carbon reporting to cover more parts of its supply chain.
“As we navigate through environmental challenges that impact our business and stakeholders, this rating affirms PLDT’s approach of aligning with global standards and adopting operational strategies that aim to foster long-term growth and contribute to planetary solutions at the same time,” said PLDT and Smart chief sustainability officer Melissa Vergel de Dios.
“We are thus keen to continue leveraging environmental management to support parallel business imperatives, particularly on innovation, operational efficiency, and customer experience,” she added.
New renewable energy deals are helping PLDT power its key facilities and data centers with greener sources, while technology upgrades like fiber cables and AI-enabled radios aim to slash network energy use.
The group continues to invest in climate resilience, ensuring its services stay reliable even during extreme weather events.
Sustainability goals are now deeply embedded in PLDT’s operations, from employee programs to executive compensation tied to environmental performance.
