The Philippine AXA Life Centre, a 28-story office building in Makati City, is now sourcing its electricity from renewable energy facilities through ACEN Corp.’s retail electricity supply unit, ACEN RES.
Arturo Tanyag, president of the Philippine AXA Life Centre Condominium Corp., said the shift not only helps the building reduce its carbon footprint but also supports tenants in achieving their own sustainability objectives.
“This partnership with ACEN RES marks a significant milestone in our commitment to responsible property management,“ Tanyag said.
“While the Philippine AXA Life Centre has stood as a pillar of stability in Makati for decades, we believe that true resilience involves adapting to the needs of the future. By transitioning to renewable energy, we are not only reducing our carbon footprint but also providing our tenants with a business environment that supports their own sustainability goals.”
Sheila Mina, vice president and head of account management at ACEN RES, emphasized the broader impact of the move: “As we see more established commercial hubs like this make the switch, it sends a powerful message that sustainability is now a business imperative. ACEN RES is committed to guiding our partners through every step of this journey.”
The transition was facilitated under the government’s Green Energy Option Program (GEOP), which allows electricity consumers with an average monthly peak demand of at least 100 kilowatts to voluntarily source their power from renewable energy suppliers.
According to the Energy Regulatory Commission’s latest Competitive Retail Electricity Market report, ACEN currently holds a 57-percent share of the GEOP market.
In recognition of the building’s renewable energy adoption, ACEN RES awarded the Philippine AXA Life Centre its “Powered by Renewable Energy” badge, which highlights businesses taking active steps toward environmental sustainability.
Nearly 100 facilities across the Philippines now carry the badge, showcasing private sector contributions to climate action.