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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

PCPPI Advocates for Responsible Water Usage

In line with Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines Inc. (PCPPI) mission to help protect the environment, it has remains on course in its commitment to promote responsible water stewardship across its operations. In 2023, the organization's overall water usage rate reduced by 5.4% from the previous year. This shows the PCPPI's continued initiatives in ensuring proper water use, particularly in the production process. 


 PCPPI complies with global standards and as prescribed by PepsiCo in conducting water use audits that monitor consumption across its facilities. As much as 50% of the organization's water use is dedicated to washers for returnable glass bottles. To maximize efficiency, equipment maintenance and updates are scheduled regularly. Training courses and policy refresher sessions on proper machine use are also conducted to keep technical teams informed on best practices and operating standards. These learning opportunities ensure that employees uphold safety and avoid production-related incidents. 

Reducing the frequency Clean-In-Place (CIP) procedures in select facilities amplifies PCPPI's efforts in reducing water each. Each CIP procedure uses an estimated 30 cubic meters of water to ensure cleanliness in the production area. Aside from extending operation hours, PCPPI is also optimizing CIP period by using recycled water. 

PCPPI has been a steadfast partner of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and the local governments where it operates with the Adopt-A-River Program. This initiative allows organizations to look after and care for bodies of water in the areas where they operate. At present, PCPPI's location in Cebu, Pampanga, Davao, Leyte, Zamboanga and its home city of Muntinlupa have ongoing agreements with their respective local governments. 

Last March 22 is World Water Day. This initiative of the UN promotes responsible use of and better access to safe water. PCPPI remains committed to furthering its position as a champion of water stewardship, especially since the resource is vital to its operations. Aside from the programs mentioned earlier, the organization empowers its employees to develop smarter, more innovative ways to uphold global standards while ensuring that water usage is managed and reduced over time. 

"At PCPPI, we are continuously improving our processes to make sure that our operations utilize resources wisely," said Atty. Carina Bayon, Chief Environmental, Social and Governance Officer. Aside from arming our employees with the necessary trainings and industry best practices, we work closely with government stakeholders and community leaders in advocating a sustainable future."




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