Heaptalk, Jakarta — Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation partners with ACEN Renewable Energy Solutions (ACEN RES), the retail electricity unit of ACEN Corporation, to transition its manufacturing facility in Bulacan to 100% renewable energy.
This landmark partnership marks a significant step towards Ajinomoto Philippines’ sustainability goals. It underscores ACEN’s commitment to providing renewable energy solutions to businesses committed to sustainable development goals, especially in reducing carbon emissions to stem climate change.
“Ajinomoto Philippines is committed to environmental responsibility and achieving sustainable growth. Our switch to a renewable energy supply through ACEN RES is a significant step towards this goal. We relentlessly foster partnerships with organizations that share the same advocacy and goal because we believe that by combining our efforts, we are closer to co-creating a greener and more sustainable Philippine society.” said Koichi Osaki, President of Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation.
Recent consumer insights from a survey conducted by Synergy Market Research and YouGov underscore the growing preference of Filipino consumers for sustainable brands, with 71% expressing this preference. This trend of enlightened self-interest among businesses to align with consumer values is what drives partnerships like the one between Ajinomoto Philippines and ACEN RES.
“We are delighted to welcome Ajinomoto Philippines as a partner in our mission to accelerate the Philippines’ transition to a renewable energy future. Ajinomoto stands for ‘eat well, live well.’ We may now add ‘live long’ as it is one of the leading brands responding to consumer clamor that businesses do good for the planet to help preserve it for the coming generations,” said Tony Valdez, Senior Vice President of ACEN Corporation.
The partnership was made possible through the Retail Competition and Open Access (RCOA) program, a government initiative that empowers businesses with a minimum monthly demand of 500 kilowatts to choose their electricity supplier.
