Advancing circular economy on recyclable plastics through community-based efforts

Advancing circular economy on recyclable plastics through community-based efforts

Posted by Ria Hazel on 10:20 AM in Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Philippines, environment, partnership, Plastic, Plastic Bank Philippines, Recycle, waste management,

Joel Papagayo in his junkshop

Three years ago, Coca-Cola Philippines and Plastic Bank Philippines made a pact to support a circular economy in the Philippines by creating the Ecosystem Impact Program, an initiative that builds collection and recycling systems in communities to prevent plastic bottles from ending up in places where they should not be—including our rivers, oceans, and landfills—while at the same time, empowering workers in the solid waste management sector.

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Chevron and BLC sign MOU to enter into a new lease agreement for country’s energy security

Chevron and BLC sign MOU to enter into a new lease agreement for country’s energy security

Posted by Ria Hazel on 11:43 PM in Batangas Land Company Inc, BLC, Caltex, Chevron, energy, Fuel, MOU, partnership,

Government officials witnessed the signing of Memorandum of Understanding between Chevron Philippines Inc. and Batangas Land Company Inc. From left to right: Government Corporate Counsel Justice Rogelio Quevedo, Secretary of the Department of Energy Raphael P.M. Lotilla, US Ambassador Mary Kay Carlson, Secretary of the Department of Trade and Industry Alfredo E. Pascual, General Manager of National of Development Company Anton Mauricio, Governor of Batangas Hermilando Mandanas, CPI Chairman Billy Liu and Batangas Land President Lilia Arce.

Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), marketer of the Caltex brand of fuels and lubricants, and Batangas Land Company, Inc. (BLC) today signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to work towards a mutually satisfactory agreement for the renewal of CPI's lease in San Pascual, Batangas; Lapu-Lapu, Cebu; San Fernando (Poro), La Union; and Sasa, Davao City.

The MOU signing was held at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Bonifacio Global City between CPI Country Chairman Billy Liu and BLC President Lilia Arce.

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Liza Soberano levels up with Maya

Liza Soberano levels up with Maya

Posted by Ria Hazel on 12:37 PM in brand ambassador, Chief Advocacy Officer, Digital Bank, Hope Soberano, Liza Soberano, Maya, Maya app, Maya Bank, Online, partnership, Save The Children,

As she continues to chart her own path, multihyphenate star Liza Soberano has made another big move in pursuing her true passions. A decision that is bold but nonetheless made by herself, for herself. Liza joins the no. 1 Digital Banking app, Maya.

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GCash, TESDA partner for cashless disbursement of allowance for more than 317,000 scholars

GCash, TESDA partner for cashless disbursement of allowance for more than 317,000 scholars

Posted by Ria Hazel on 7:53 AM in allowance, convenience, digital wallet, fund, Gcash, Online, partnership, Tech, Technology, TESDA,

L-R: TESDA Batangas provincial director Gerardo Mercado, TESDA atty. Marichelle De Guzman, TESDA director Angelina Carreon, TESDA deputy director general Lina Sarmiento, TESDA secretary Isidro Lapeña, GCash AVP head of public sector and partnerships Cathlyn Pavia, GCash VP for corporate communications and public affairs Chito Maniago, and GCash head of CSR and public affairs Mabel Niala

GCash, the leading digital mobile wallet company in the country, has partnered with the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) for the cashless disbursement of the Training Support Fund (TSF), the allowance given to scholars for their vocational training. TESDA said that more than 379k scholars can avail of this safe and seamless mode of allowance distribution this year.

“We, at GCash, are continuously innovating to provide better services for our customers and partners, including the seamless delivery of government allowances and benefits during these challenging times. We look forward to having a long and fruitful partnership with TESDA to help us in our mission to improve the everyday lives of every Filipino,” said Martha Sazon, President and CEO of GCash.

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BDO Foundation, DepEd and Huawei launch partnership

BDO Foundation, DepEd and Huawei launch partnership

Posted by Ria Hazel on 3:04 PM in BDO Foundation, DepEd, Huawei, partnership, Tech, Technology,

As COVID-19 continues to affect the return of students and teachers to classrooms, the corporate social responsibility arm of BDO Unibank has been finding ways to develop innovative learning materials that can be easily accessed online and shared offline.

BDO Foundation partnered with the Department of Education (DepEd) and Huawei Philippines for the development of supplemental learning materials that integrate key concepts into the teaching of Science and Mathematics in schools across the country.

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PayMaya Joins Big Bad Wolf Books Manila as Official Digital Payments Partner

PayMaya Joins Big Bad Wolf Books Manila as Official Digital Payments Partner

Posted by Ria Hazel on 1:56 AM in Big Bad Wolf, Big Bad Wolf Book Sale, Books, bookworm, cashless payment, digital, digital payment, partnership, PayMaya, Sale,

Book-lovers unite at the Big Bad Wolf Book Sale! And even if you are too overwhelmed picking your books, a more convenient way of paying for your purchases is brought to you by PayMaya. Expect an easier cashless experience as they are the official digital payments partner for the annual mega-sale event.

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GetGo partners with SM Hotels for rewarding stays and free getaways

GetGo partners with SM Hotels for rewarding stays and free getaways

Posted by Ria Hazel on 1:21 PM in Cebu Pacific, GetGo, GetGo membership, hotel, loyalty points, partnership, SM, staycation,

GetGo Loyalty Division general manager Nik Laming and SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. executive vice president Peggy Angeles seal the partnership during the MOA signing.

Spending a relaxing day or a week at some of the country’s luxurious hotels is now even more rewarding as GetGo, the lifestyle rewards program of Cebu Pacific, partners with SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. to bring its members closer to free flights to their dream destinations!

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