Coke mobilizes safe water access

Sanitation, hygiene and poor water quality are key challenges faced by communities deprived of access to adequate water.

Covid-19 has exacerbated stresses on water systems, highlighting the importance of WASH to enable communities to protect themselves.

Over more than a decade, Coca -Cola Philippines has established strong corporate leadership in community water programs through its support to Coca-Cola Foundation Philippines, its social investment arm, and many non -profits and government partners.

Supporting community access to clean, safe water remains a priority for the Coca-Cola system in the Philippines and Coca-Cola also continues to support healthy watersheds and increase water use efficiency in the production of its beverages.

Coke backs local schemes

"Coca-Cola has supported local community water programs in the Philippines for well over a decade, and we're committed to doing more," Tony del Rosario, Coca-Cola Philippines president, said.

Coca-Cola Philippines marked this year's World Water Week by strengthening its commitment to support water conservation and preservation.

In response to the increasing need for safe water access due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Coca -Cola Beverages Philippines Inc., the company's bottling arm in the Philippines and Coca-Cola Foundation Philippines Inc. pledged in November 2020 to install 37 handwashing stations across the country.

"At CCBPI, we continue to support the development of resilient communities, and this involves ensuring that communities in need have access to clean, safe water, especially at such a crucial time," Gareth McGeown, president and CEO of CCBPI, said.