The local government of Makati has been recognized as 2023 CDP A-List City, according to Makati City Mayor Abby Binay.
The prestigious accolade, awarded by the Carbon Disclosure Project, positions Makati among an elite group of 119 global cities that are spearheading environmental action and transparency.
Binay said that the selection process is rigorous as out of 939 cities evaluated by CDP in 2023, only a little over 10 percent achieved an A rating.
"This recognition is not just an accolade; it's a resounding call to action. In Makati, we don't just plan; we act. We're committed to pioneering sustainable urban living, proving that cities can be powerhouses of climate resilience and innovation," said Binay.
The CDP's Cities A-List represents an elite circle of urban areas demonstrating unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship and to earn this distinction, Makati had to demonstrate exemplary performance in several areas: public disclosure through CDP-ICLEI Track, a comprehensive city-wide emissions inventory, an actionable climate plan, detailed climate risk assessments.