THE PHILIPPINES, APRIL 3, 2012: Reinforcing its commitment to preserving the environment and supporting fair trade, leading Philippines telecommunications company Globe Telecom distributed My Fair Share (MFS) eco bags to all new postpaid mobile accounts opened on Earth Day, April 22.
Made from recycled and bio-degradable materials, the eco bags are part of the telecom company’s initiative to move beyond their environmental sustainability commitment which includes reducing energy, water, and solid waste footprints and harnessing and integrating “green” solutions in its operations. In 2012,Globe will lead a value-chain analysis study to assess greenhouse gas reduction opportunities and increased recyclability.
Globe is working with ts and Graces Fair Trade Foundation, Inc., a social enterprise which partners with non-government organizations (NGOs) to support marginalized groups and underserved communities to produce the eco bags for Globe Telecom subscribers.
According to Rob I. Nazal, head of Globe Corporate Social Responsibility, “The company also supports fair trade practices and is working with partner organizations such as ts and Graces Inc. which share our advocacy for supporting communities and helping them become sustainable social enterprises. Through the My Fair Share eco bags, we hope to empower underserved communities, one bag at a time.”
The My Fair Share eco bags are also available to all Globe Telecom subscribers for only P99 each from April 23 onwards at all Globe Business Centers. Proceeds from the sale of the bags help support the Kaibhan Women’s Association, one of the beneficiary groups of ts and Graces Inc., which works to prevent maternal deaths and disability among the urban poor women in Valenzuela City. The group utilizes the sewing and embroidery skills of unemployed women for their various livelihood projects.
