Maynilad named 2024 IWA Climate Smart Utility

by Info @Brand Zone | Nov. 28, 2024

Maynilad Chief Sustainability Officer Atty. Roel S. Espiritu (center) holds the certificate of recognition given to Maynilad by the International Water Association (IWA) for being one of 28 “climate smart” utilities worldwide cited during the 2024 IWA Climate Smart Utilities Recognition. With Espiritu are (from left) Sustainability Assistant Manager Apple Joy Albero and Sustainability Head John Emmanuel Martinez. Maynilad was recognized for its for its innovative strategies to mitigate and adapt to the impacts of climate change. Date of Release: November 26, 2024

West Zone concessionaire Maynilad Water Services, Inc. (Maynilad) was hailed as one of 28 “climate smart utilities” worldwide during the 2024 International Water Association (IWA) Climate Smart Utilities Recognition held recently in Toronto, Canada. 

IWA extended this recognition to Maynilad for its innovative strategies to mitigate and adapt to the impacts of climate change, particularly in its approaches to reducing water losses, expanding wastewater services, boosting water production for more reliable service, and pursuing sustainability programs in line with its “climate neutral by 2037” goal.

Maynilad is one of 28 utilities from 19 different countries that were recognized as “climate smart” following a robust review of 92 total applications worldwide by expert, independent jury members.

“Being recognized by IWA as a ‘climate smart’ utility affirms our commitment to addressing the challenges of climate change. This is a testament to the hard work of our team and our continuous efforts to implement sustainable practices that ensure water security for future generations,” said Maynilad Chief Sustainability Officer Atty. Roel S. Espiritu.

IWA is a global network of water professionals who collaborate to promote the development and implementation of innovative and effective approaches to water management. Its Climate Smart Recognition Program highlights utilities that are “leading the way towards a low carbon water and sanitation sector, embracing the shift needed to adapt to and mitigate climate change”.

Maynilad is the largest private water concessionaire of Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) in the Philippines in terms of customer base. Its service area includes the cities of Manila (all but portions of San Andres and Sta. Ana), Quezon City, Makati Caloocan, Pasay, Parañaque, Las Piñas, Muntinlupa, Valenzuela, Navotas, and Malabon, all in Metro Manila; and the cities of Cavite, Bacoor, and Imus, and the towns of Kawit, Noveleta, and Rosario, all in the province of Cavite.

Maynilad provides crucial aid to Typhoon Kristine survivors

by Info @Brand Zone | Oct. 31, 2024

October 31 - Maynilad provides crucial aid to Typhoon Kristine survivors

In response to the devastation caused by Typhoon Kristine, Maynilad Water Services, Inc. (Maynilad) has mobilized essential hydration support to assist affected communities, particularly in hard-hit areas like the Bicol region.

Coordinating with the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and the Philippine Air Force, Maynilad delivered 2,000 of the more than 5,000 donated 6-liter bottles of safe drinking water to Bicol via a C-130 aircraft, ensuring timely access to potable water for typhoon survivors.

The remaining bottles were distributed to local government units in Morong (Rizal), Noveleta (Cavite), and Barangay Bagong Silangan (Quezon City), and through the Philippine Disaster Resilience Foundation (PDRF), Alagang Kapatid, and the PLDT-Smart Foundation.

To further aid recovery efforts, Maynilad also deployed two mobile water treatment plants, each capable of producing 13,000 gallons of potable water daily, to serve evacuees and alleviate water shortages in affected communities.

This initiative underscores Maynilad’s commitment to disaster relief, providing critical water support to help communities recover and rebuild.

Maynilad celebrates 2024 Global Handwashing Day in nine schools

by Info @Brand Zone | Oct. 19, 2024

Maynilad engaged 600 students and 60 teachers from nine public schools to promote the importance of proper health and hygiene practices, in celebration of Global Handwashing Day 2024. The photo shows Maynilad Corporate Marketing Head Rosmon Tuazon (center) with around 200 students from Padre Burgos Elementary School in Pasay City. Joining him are School Principal II Dr. Maria Liza P. Cabildo (4th from left), Pasay City School Division Superintendent Dr. Joel T. Torrecampo (5th from left), Cluster II Public School District Supervisor Dr. Jessica S. Magayanes (5th from right), and DepEd Senior Program Specialist Sylwyn S. Tenorio (4th from right).

In celebration of the 2024 Global Handwashing Day (GHD), West Zone concessionaire Maynilad Water Services, Inc. (Maynilad) engaged 600 students and 60 teachers from nine public schools, promoting the importance of proper health and hygiene practices.

Maynilad, in partnership with the Department of Education (DepEd) and local governments of Pasay and Quezon City, organized interactive activities that encouraged the youth to adopt lifelong hygiene habits, with a focus on proper handwashing as a key preventive measure against illness.

As part of its commitment to fostering healthy communities, Maynilad donated handwashing stations and hygiene kits to the schools, ensuring students have the resources to maintain these habits. Additionally, the company conducted water and hygiene education workshops to increase students’ appreciation for the value of water and inspire environmental responsibility.

“Our dedication to promoting proper hygiene and water conservation extends beyond Global Handwashing Day. We implement these programs year-round because we believe that building healthier communities and ensuring access to safe water are essential to achieving a sustainable future,” said Maynilad’s Corporate Affairs and Communication Head Marie Antonette H. De Ocampo.

Global Handwashing Day is an international advocacy that emphasizes the importance of washing hands with water and soap as a simple yet effective way to prevent illnesses such as diarrhea and pneumonia. Celebrated every October, GHD is observed in over 1 million schools across 100 countries, engaging more than 200 million people worldwide.