(From L-R) Trustee for the Philippine Green Building Council and Head of Planning and Development Office for the Mandaue City Local Government Ar. Marlo Ocleasa, Aboitiz InfraCapital Economic Estates Vice President for Cebu Operations Cyel Auza, Head of Aboitiz InfraCapital Economic Estates and President of Cebu Industrial Park Developers Inc. Rafael Fernandez de Mesa, Trustee for the Philippine Green Building Council Ar. Rowena Ramos, Aboitiz InfraCapital Economic Estates Vice President for the Inventory Generation Group Jolan Formalejo
November 11, 2024, Cebu – Aboitiz InfraCapital Economic Estates has achieved a significant milestone with the awarding of the 5-Star BERDE District Certification for all its operating industrial estates. This recognition underscores Aboitiz InfraCapital’s commitment to sustainability and sets a new benchmark for green, industrial-anchored developments in the Philippines.
Developed by the Philippine Green Building Council, BERDE (Building for Ecologically Responsive Design Excellence) is a certification standard that evaluates projects on their environmental performance, exceeding existing laws and mandatory green standards. Guided by the World Green Building Council’s globally recognized criteria, BERDE is the local benchmark for sustainability.
Aboitiz InfraCapital led the way in green certification by securing the first-ever BERDE District Certification for LIMA Estate, setting a precedent with its maximum 5-star rating. This foundational achievement demonstrated the company’s commitment to sustainable and resilient industrial development.
At the Cebu Executives Forum, Aboitiz InfraCapital’s MEZ2 Estate and West Cebu Estate were each awarded the 5-Star BERDE District Certification, completing the green certification of all Aboitiz InfraCapital Economic Estates. Both projects have demonstrated world-class performance in green building practices, earning the distinction of being the first 5-Star BERDE District Certified Developments in Visayas and Mindanao.
West Cebu Estate, The Shipbuilding Capital of the Philippines, spans 540-hectares offers world-class facilities and a strategic location for global manufacturers
“As we achieve 5-Star BERDE District Certification across our entire portfolio, we celebrate a collective accomplishment made possible by the support of our valued partners and stakeholders. Together, we are setting a new standard for industrial estates, attracting investment, and building a greener future for the Philippines,” said Rafael Fernandez de Mesa, Head of Aboitiz InfraCapital Economic Estates and President of Cebu Industrial Park Developers, Inc.
Mactan Economic Zone 2 (MEZ2) Estate, Lapu-Lapu City’s thriving hub of business and innovation, spanning 63 hectares, offers a sustainable and integrated environment that supports business growth and community development.
This certification for both Economic Estates resonate with today’s partners, locators, and communities, who increasingly prioritise sustainability in their operations and investment decisions. As the first industrial developer in the Philippines to achieve 5-Star BERDE District Certification across its entire portfolio, Aboitiz InfraCapital’s focus on sustainability strengthens its position as a leader in responsible development and delivers tangible value to stakeholders. This integrated, environmentally responsible approach serves as a model for other developers, advancing resilient growth and positioning the Philippines as a prime destination for sustainable investments.
