TP marks its commitment to expanding its renewable energy initiatives with a milestone achievement reporting over 60% of its total energy usage coming from renewable sources
Teleperformance
(TP) in the Philippines, an industry leader in sustainable business, affirms
its unwavering commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
as it announced a significant achievement in its sustainability efforts: over
60% of its nationwide energy consumption now comes from renewable energy
sources.
Celebrating a major milestone just in time for Energy Savings Week, the achievement positions TP as a leader in corporate sustainability and underscores its commitment to a greener and cleaner future.
Catalyst for Positive Change
As of
September 2024, TP in the Philippines has saved 35.8 million kilowatt-hours of
energy. This reduction is equivalent to the emissions generated by 5,598
gasoline-powered vehicles driven for a year or approximately 2.7 million
gallons of gasoline consumed. It also matches the carbon absorption capacity of
396,806 tree seedlings grown for over 10 years and represents the annual carbon
budget of 18,460 people.
“Shifting to renewable energy is
a major step toward our goal of reducing our environmental impact and building
a sustainable future. We’re committed to expanding our renewable energy
initiatives, and we believe that by working together, we can create a healthier
planet for generations to come,” shares Rahul Jolly, Chief Executive Officer,
TP in the Philippines
TP Group has adopted ambitious
emission reduction targets, fully aligned with the Science Based Targets
initiative or SBTi's rigorous framework, aiming to keep global warming within a
critical 1.5°C limit. TP was also among the first 100 to join the Climate
Pledge, a global coalition of businesses committed to achieving carbon
neutrality by 2040, 10 years ahead of the Paris Agreement.
Driving Global and Local Impact
Another impactful collaboration
is with the non-profit organization, One Tree Planted. This partnership donates
one tree for every dollar raised and has resulted in over USD 500,000 being
contributed to global reforestation efforts.
The Philippine project brought
the spotlight on restoring 400 hectares in Aurora province to provide a safe
habitat for the endangered Philippine Eagle while supporting local communities.
Globally, One Tree Planted has planted over 91 million trees across 78
countries, demonstrating the tangible impact of such partnerships.
TP’s site in Sucat became the
company’s first clean energy-powered site, setting the stage for a broader
transition to renewable energy sources. Meanwhile, a survey conducted in 2023
analyzing the employees’ commuting habits underscores TP’s holistic approach to
carbon emissions.
“At TP, sustainability isn’t just
a corporate goal—it’s a personal responsibility for each of us. Efforts like
these, highlight how TP integrates sustainability into every aspect of our
operations, reinforcing our role as a catalyst for positive change," said Jolly.
TP’s Climate Action
Throughout the year, TP
implemented climate actions across its 27 sites in the Philippines. Its sites
in Sucat and Bacolod achieved a reduction of 2,033 and 2,729 Metric tons of
CO₂, respectively. In addition, TP’s sites in Davao and Cebu are also actively
involved when it comes to beach cleanups, relief operations, and volunteerism
for school repairs, alongside TP’s Cloud Campus Hubs in General Santos and
Laoag.
In 2024, TP in the Philippines
also achieved a reduction of 1,495 metric tons of carbon emissions through the
Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Upgrade Activity. These sustainability
efforts contributed to TP receiving ISO certification for Green Operations,
specifically ISO 14001 for Environmental Management System and ISO 4500 for
Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems, from Société Générale de
Surveillance (SGS).
Furthermore, TP also observes an
hour of lights-off in support of its pledge for Net Zero in 2040. Through this
participation in Earth Hour, TP has saved 27,123 kWh in energy consumption,
resulting in a reduction of 19.2 metric tons of CO₂ emissions in just one year.
“Our commitment has always been
to be a Force for Good for people, communities, and the environment. We work
with the principle that being intentional in our sustainability efforts is not
only good for business, but it is the right thing to do. We will continue to
invest and advocate for a greener, safer, and healthier world for everyone,”
said Jeffrey Johnson, Chief People Officer and President – Citizen of the World
(COTW) Foundation of TP in the Philippines
TP’s sustainability efforts continue to extend beyond its workplaces, actively engaging with local communities through partnerships with environmental organizations and government agencies to create meaningful and impactful changes in the environment.
About Teleperformance in the Philippines
Teleperformance in the
Philippines is part of the Teleperformance Group, which consistently seeks to blend the best of
advanced technology with human empathy to deliver enhanced customer care that
is simpler, faster, and safer for the world’s biggest brands and their
customers. The Company’s comprehensive, AI-powered service portfolio ranges
from front-office customer care to back-office functions, including Trust and
Safety services that help defend both online users and brand reputation.
Teleperformance also offers a range of specialized services such as
collections, interpreting and localization, visa and consular services, and
recruitment process outsourcing services. Backed by the Teleperformance
Group’s nearly 500,000 inspired and passionate team members globally who
currently speak more than 300 languages, Teleperformance in the Philippines has
a global scale and local presence which allows it to be a force of good in
supporting communities, clients, and the environment.
Visit the group at www.teleperformance.com.
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