Sustainable by Design: Ajinomoto Philippines Showcases its ‘Greenprint’ for the Future

 

From left: BEST Vice President for Business Development Vincent Mercado; APC Vice President  Makoto Tanabe; APC President Koichi Ozaki, APC Chief Sustainability Officer Ernie Carlos; ACEN Senior Vice President Tony Valdez, APC Director for Sales, Marketing and Public Relations Mika Makino.

Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation (APC Group) is steadfast in its commitment to sustainability as they celebrated their program milestones with key partners at a recently concluded media conference.

 

At the event, APC Group President Koichi Ozaki introduced the Ajinomoto Shared Value (ASV), highlighting the company’s sustainability programs aimed at reducing its environmental footprint by 50% and extending the healthy life expectancy of over 1 billion people by 2030.

 

“Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation recognizes the responsibility of how we impact the environment. Our ASV signifies our role is beyond providing Filipinos with key products that enhance taste in our food – it highlights our commitment to environmental stewardship” shared Mr. Ozaki.

 

A representation of the old APC packaging with multiple layers of plastic.

In his keynote speech, APC Group Chief Sustainability Officer Ernie Carlos highlighted the company's key sustainability initiatives, showcasing the significant progress made since their activation. Through its partnership with ACEN Renewable Energy Solutions, the electricity requirements of APC factories – APF Bulacan and APF Cebu, are now being powered by 100% renewable energy, significantly lowering their Scope 2 carbon emissions which prevents around 5,000MT CO2e emissions per year.

 

In collaboration with FAST Logistics and MOBER Philippines, APC Group is making strides in green logistics with one (1) 100% electric tractor head with 40-footer container van for warehouse transfers and a 100% electric 4-wheeler van for product deliveries.

 

Ajinomoto Group is committed to reducing environmental impact by 50% and enhancing overall well-being, aiming to extend life expectancy of one billion people by 2030.

Beyond renewable energy, APC Group is actively addressing food loss and industrial waste. This includes donating edible food waste to food advocacy group Scholars of Sustenance, upcycling residual food waste into animal feeds, transitioning to sustainable packaging, and repurposing single-use plastics through the SariCycle® program.

 

“Sustainability is an integral part of our corporate philosophy. It represents our pledge to drive meaningful change through sustainable, strategic partnerships, and responsible business practices to create a future where economic growth and environmental stewardship coexist,” said Mr. Carlos.

 

Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation underscores its dedication to a future where sustainability and economic growth go hand in hand. The organization remains committed to continuous improvement, ensuring that every initiative contributes to long-term positive change.

For more information on APC’s  sustainability initiatives, visit https://www.ajinomoto.com.ph/.

 

About Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation

Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation (APC Group) is committed to providing delicious, healthy, and sustainable food products that enhance the lives of Filipino consumers. With a strong focus on sustainability and innovation, APC Group integrates environmental responsibility into its business operations, aiming to create a lasting positive impact on society and the planet.

 

 

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The Ajinomoto Group is a global company with specialties in the business of food and amino acids, guided by our leading-edge bioscience and fine chemical technologies.

 

Based on the corporate message “Eat Well, Live Well.”, we have been scientifically pursuing the possibilities of amino acids in supporting the healthy lives of people all around the world. We aim for future growth and continuous contribution to greater wellness by creating value through sustainable and innovative solutions for communities and society.

 

The Ajinomoto Group has offices in 36 countries and regions and sells products in more than 130 countries and regions. In fiscal 2021, sales were 1.1149 trillion yen (8.73 billion U.S. dollars). To learn more, visit www.ajinomoto.com.