Investors are placing greater value on sustainability, and renewable energy (RE) firm Alternergy Holdings Corporation (ALTER) is proving that a strong commitment to clean energy pays off. 

ALTER has recently been included in the ATRAM Philippine Sustainable Development and Growth Fund (ATRAM SDG Fund), a development that not only reinforces its leadership in the RE space but also reflects the growing confidence in local companies that champion environmental and social responsibility.

Managed by ATRAM Trust Corporation, the ATRAM SDG Fund invests in publicly-listed companies that contribute to sustainable development while delivering long-term financial growth. 

Alternergy joins an exclusive list of 20 companies under the fund’s sustainability-based equity portfolio, recognized for integrating the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into their business strategies.

“We are delighted to be added to ATRAM’s sustainability-based equity portfolio. It affirms ALTER’s core value of promoting sustainability as a pioneer in renewable power,” said Vicente S. Pérez Jr., ALTER chairman. 

“As we pursue our Road to 500 megawatts target, we are committed to exercising even greater care and vigilance in implementing sustainable practices across the entire value chain of building renewable energy projects.”

Alternergy’s inclusion in ATRAM’s portfolio signals a shift in the investment landscape, where ESG (environmental, social and governance) principles are becoming increasingly important. It also highlights a broader trend — homegrown firms are increasingly being recognized as key players in the global sustainability movement. 

ATRAM particularly highlighted ALTER’s 2024 Sustainability Report for its detailed disclosures and high level of transparency, providing a strong model for other companies looking to align with global sustainability standards.

In addition, ATRAM recognized Alternergy as one of its Sustainable Investing Champions, citing the company’s commitment to SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy and its broader sustainability initiatives.

“As a recently-listed company, ATRAM’s investment in ALTER boosts our capital base and inspires us to do more towards building a sustainable future,” Pérez added.

With a total fund value of P400 million, the ATRAM SDG Fund is among ATRAM’s best-performing investment portfolios, posting an 18.62 percent year-to-date return as of December 2024. 

The fund’s performance reflects the growing investor appetite for companies that demonstrate both financial strength and a meaningful contribution to sustainable development.