Aboitiz Foods Joins International Coastal Clean-Up Initiatives in the Philippines
International Coastal Clean-up Day is celebrated every third Saturday of September as part of a global campaign to advocate for healthier and cleaner seas. This year, Aboitiz Foods reaffirmed its commitment by planting bamboo seedlings and collecting trash from the shore of Bataan and Iligan City.
Over 120 volunteers participated in the activities, including Aboitiz Foods team members, City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) representatives, and community stakeholders.
Last September, volunteers from Aboitiz Foods, representing the Iligan and Tarlac facilities, collected a total of 16 sacks of waste along the shores of Cosa Nostra in Iligan City and Aguawan Beach, Mariveles, Bataan. The waste consisted mainly of plastics, food wrappers, bottles, and other non-biodegradable items. This collective effort in different parts of the country helped clear litter and debris from waterways and supported biodiversity conservation initiatives.
In addition to the clean-up drive, volunteers also conducted a Bamboo Planting Activity on the same month, in partnership with the Iligan CENRO. Together, they planted 325 bamboo seedlings at Sitio Bolaho, Barangay Rogongon, Iligan City, contributing to strengthening riverbanks, improving watershed sustainability, and supporting carbon sequestration efforts.
Marish Omane, Aboitiz Foods Environment Supervisor, expressed her gratitude to the volunteers who participated in the initiatives, “We extend our heartfelt thanks to all our volunteers who dedicated their time, energy, and effort to this cause. Your contribution reflects our shared responsibility in creating cleaner, safer, and healthier communities for present and future generations. Together, we proved that small collective actions can make a lasting difference,” she said.
This year’s International Coastal Clean Up Day, organized by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), carries the theme, “Clean Seas Against the Climate Crisis: Tayo ang Solusyon.” The theme highlights that individual actions can greatly impact the environment, particularly in maintaining cleanliness and addressing climate change.
In the spirit of teamwork and volunteerism, Aboitiz Foods team members embody the Aboitiz Value of Responsibility by raising awareness about the significance of proper waste segregation and promoting overall environmental stewardship goals. By participating in initiatives like this, Aboitiz Foods continues to underscore its commitment to sustainability and responsible care for the environment.
FAQs
- What is International Coastal Clean-up Day?
International Coastal Clean-up Day is celebrated every third Saturday of September as part of a global campaign to advocate for healthier and cleaner seas.
- How did Aboitiz Foods participate in International Coastal Clean-up Day 2025?
This year, Aboitiz Foods reaffirmed its commitment by planting bamboo seedlings and collecting trash from the shores of Bataan and Iligan City.
- How many volunteers participated in the activities?
Over 120 volunteers participated, including Aboitiz Foods team members, City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) representatives, and community stakeholders.
- Where were the clean-up drives conducted, and what was collected?
On September 20, 2025, volunteers collected 16 sacks of waste along the shores of Cosa Nostra in Iligan City and Aguawan Beach, Mariveles, Bataan. The waste consisted mainly of plastics, food wrappers, bottles, and other non-biodegradable items.
