SCG units bag Green Choice Seal of Approval

MANILA, Philippines - Three of ASEAN conglomerate SCG’s local subsidiaries –United Pulp and Paper, Co. (UPPC), Mariwasa Siam-Ceramics, Inc. and SCG Marketing Philippines, Inc. – were awarded with the Green Choice Philippines Seal of Approval during the Suppliers’ Forum on Green Public Procurement recently held at the SMX Convention Center, attesting to the group’s commitment of conducting business alongside conserving the environment and creating value for society.

The Green Choice seal is awarded to products that are certified to be environmentally-friendly, with the objective of raising consumer consciousness on the environmental features of products they choose to buy and use.

Among the products awarded with this quality mark is Mariwasa Siam-Ceramics’ wall and floor ceramic tiles; UPPC’s test liner board, which is made from 100 percent recycled paper used in the manufacture of boxes and other packaging materials; and SCG Marketing’s fiber board, which is an asbestos-free cement board, reinforced by high-quality cellulose natural fibers used for various purposes in construction.

These products are compliant with the Green Choice requirements on environment and product quality performance, including adherence to environmental regulations, green procurement policies, health and safety standards, energy efficient processes, and waste and pollution-reducing practices, among others.

“We are very honored and proud to accept the Green Choice Philippines Seal of Approval. It is indeed our philosophy to commit to sustainable development, and we hope and believe that with our high-quality products, green technology and green process, we will help support the Philippines achieve sustainable development for its economy, society and environment, to build towards a better quality of life in the country,” said Anukul Kongrit, SCG country director for Philippine operations.

Aside from highlighting the environmental value of these products, the Green Choice seal also marks the company’s leadership in promoting sustainable development, which takes into consideration not just operational or production costs, but also the environmental and societal impact of doing business. With the Green Choice mark, these products are envisioned to encourage producers and manufactures to improve their production and operating process into reducing environmental harm.

This is aligned with SCG’s philosophy in taking the lead in developing solutions and programs toward economic, social, and environmental issues affecting its business operations as part of its path toward becoming an ASEAN sustainable business leader.