The Philippines continues to face a problem with waste. According to a recent study of World Bank, the country is the third-largest contributor of plastic that ends up in the ocean. Understanding its role in the global effort to combat plastic waste and staying true to its commitment to be a part of
Plastic pollution is a global problem that has caused serious consequences to marine life, the environment, and society as a whole with an estimated 8 million tons of plastic waste entering the ocean annually.1 Recognizing the low collection and recycling rates in the country and the opportunity
th year of refreshing the world and 109 years of making a difference in the Philippines.
From the very first serving of Coca-Cola beverage in 1912, Coca-Cola Philippines has been a staple in the lives of every Filipino. Throughout its journey, Coca-Cola has stood strong together with Filipinos from making moments even more special to celebrating togetherness, from sharing happiness to going beyond good for people and communities.
Beyond providing relief, Coca-Cola set out to help micro-retailers and overseas Filipinos achieve a more sustainable recovery through livelihood and financial assistance programs.
“We believe that Coca-Cola is only as strong as the people and communities we serve, which is why we continue moving towards creating a thriving future for every Filipino. If there’s anything we learned from being in the Philippines, it’s that our spirit is indomitable and we believe Coca-Cola, like the country, will only emerge stronger, and better from challenges,” s
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The dire state of the world s oceans can no longer be ignored. Discarded plastic waste particularly single-use plastic is putting marine life at risk.
It s not only big chunks of plastic and bags that pose a danger: plastic exposed to salt water and ultraviolet solar rays can fragment into minuscule microplastics that are easily ingested by birds, fish and simple marine life forms, eventually leaching chemicals into the food chain.
Businesses, consumers and investors are starting to pay attention and it s about time. Without a practical and expedient approach for tackling discarded plastic, waste management systems will become overwhelmed.