McDonald’s PH installs solar panels on 25 stores to reduce power consumption by 36%

By Alena Mae S. Flores

MCDONALD’S Philippines, one of the biggest players in the quick-service restaurant industry, said Friday it installed solar power in 25 of its stores, as it shifts to environmental-friendly and sustainable solutions.

McDonald’s Philippines said the solar-powered rooftop of the stores saved a total of 546,000 kilowatt-hours, translating into electricity consumption by as much as 36 percent compared to stores that were not running on solar power.

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The company said the incorporation of sustainable solutions in its operations is a testament to its recognition of its responsibility to be better for the environ- ment, elevating its mission of delivering feel-good moments to its stakeholders.

McDonald’s Philippines set the benchmark in restaurant and operations that adhere to world-class standards since it started its operations in the country in 1981. It now has over 700 stores all over the country and continues to innovate, this time to minimize its impact on the environment by using green building and utility efficient solutions under its Green & Good platform.

“With more than 700 stores nationwide, McDonald’s Philippines carries a strong commitment to environmental responsibility. We will continue to find solutions to make our operations more efficient and better for the planet. With the results of our Green and Good initiatives so far, we believe that it is possible to grow sustainably. Our stakeholders can look forward to enjoying more McDonald’s stores that are Green & Good in the future,” said McDonald’s Philippines president and chief executive KennethYang.

The company realized an annual reduction of 52,500 kilograms of carbon dioxide emissions and 102,000 liters of water reduction for six flagship Green & Good stores

DAVAO CITY—Davao Light & Power Company Inc. said Friday it working to complete the city’s underground cabling project to get rid of messy overhead wires by 2029.

The move is in compliance with the directive of the city government of Davao.

Davao Light, a subsidiary of Aboitiz Power Corp., together with the local government unit and project partners from telecommunications, cable and internet companies, completed the second phase of the initiative early this year.

Underground cabling, a rarity in the Philippines, harnesses innovation to maximize the health, safety and economic development of businesses and communities.

The absence of unruly overhead wires and invasive poles makes the city more visually attractive to local and foreign tourists, while walkways become more spacious.

Power pilferage, or electricity theft, is also prevented.

Davao Light said another longterm impact of underground cabling is the less incidence of emergency power interruptions and mitigation of fire hazards, accidents and safety risks, as electric wires are now placed underground.

This will improve customer service and strengthen the resilience and reliability of Davao Light’s power distribution network.

The first phase covered C.M. Recto Street from San Pedro Street to Ramon Magsaysay Ave., while the second phase comprised 0.6 kilometers of San Pedro Street from City Hall Drive to Quirino Ave. Alena Mae S. Flores