Leading building solutions provider Holcim Philippines' efforts to drive business results and positive impact were recognized in the 2023 Europa Awards with the company bagging top prizes in the Digitalization for Sustainability and Water Resource Management categories.

In a night recognizing excellence in sustainability, Holcim Philippines further distinguished itself for being the only multiple awardee and a finalist in the Waste Management category.

Organized by the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines, the Europa Awards recognizes companies for exceptional performance and contributions in promoting sustainability in line with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals and the Philippine Development Plan.

Holcim Philippines President and CEO Horia Adrian: "Thank you to the organizers for the recognition and to our people and stakeholders helping us make the company a stronger development partner of the country. These awards further encourage us to accelerate our transformation anchored on sustainability and innovation to win with purpose and help build progress in the Philippines."

The company received the Water Resource Management Award for excellence managing water resources through innovative approaches and practices.

The company highlighted its success in reducing freshwater withdrawals by 64 percent since 2018 driven by investments in systems for operational efficiency and rainwater harvesting facilities.

Holcim Philippines aims to cut freshwater withdrawals to zero and provide water to the communities by 2030.