D.M. Wenceslao Achieves Well Health-Safety Rating Across Multiple Developments

Parañaque, Philippines – D.M. Wenceslao & Associates, Inc. (PSE: DMW) proudly announces that several of its key developments have achieved the prestigious WELL Health-Safety Rating from the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI). The WELL Health-Safety Rating is an evidence-based, third-party verified standard that evaluates operational policies, maintenance protocols, stakeholder engagement strategies, and emergency preparedness. This achievement aligns with D.M. Wenceslao’s vision of sustainability and innovation reaffirming its role as a leader in creating people-centric spaces that elevate quality of life.

The developments recognized with the WELL Health-Safety Rating are office and mixed-use properties in Aseana City that include Aseana 1, Aseana 2, Aseana 3, 8912 Asean Ave., Parqal, Aseana Powerstation, Aseana Square, and Aseana Town Center. Residential projects such as Pixel Residences and MidPark Towers also earned the certification alongside office developments in the Makati Central Business District, namely 58 Jupiter and the ERLAG Building.

Secure Income Even After Retirement With New Sun Life Grepa Product

Many Filipinos tend to rely on mandatory company retirement payouts or government-sponsored retirement systems (SSS or GSIS) rather than actively preparing for their retirement. However, as life expectancy increases and the need for financial security during one’s golden years grows, planning for a comfortable retirement has become more crucial than ever. 

That is why Sun Life Grepa Financial, Inc. (Sun Life Grepa), one of the major life insurers in the country, has launched Sun Grepa Secure Income which aims to help individuals achieve a financially stable and worry-free retirement. 

Visa and Valentine's Day: Analyzing Consumer Spend Trends

Data analysis by Visa Consulting and Analytics highlights consumer spend trends in the Philippines during Valentine’s Day festivities

Consumers likely to prioritize value and affordability this Valentine’s

Visa (NYSE: V), a global leader in digital payments, has released new insights into consumer behavior during February 2024. Visa Consulting & Analytics found that more active cards were used for transactions, indicating a change in how Filipinos are celebrating Valentine's Day.

The data shows an overall increase in transactions for February 2024 compared to February 2023, driven by more active card users. Despite the rise in transactions, the average amount spent per transaction slightly declined. This suggests that inflation and higher commodity prices may have led consumers to be more cautious with their spending this Valentine's month.

Sun Life Foundation promotes marine health with back-to-back coastal cleanups

Sun Life Financial-Philippines Foundation, Inc. (Sun Life Foundation) scored a win for environmental sustainability with back-to-back coastal cleanups, organized in coordination with Asia Society for Social Improvement and Sustainable Transformation (ASSIST).

Over 170 Sun Life volunteers joined the activities at the Las Piñas-Parañaque Wetland Park (LPPWP) and Barangay San Rafael in Noveleta, Cavite, collecting over 400 sacks of waste with a total weight of 2.264 metric tons.

Marine coastal ecosystems are essential resources for both humans and wildlife. Some of these such as the LPPWP, which is one of the few remaining mangrove forests in Metro Manila, serve as habitats to a wide range of endemic and migratory bird species. However, pollution and waste buildup are persistent problems in these areas, posing threats to wildlife, local livelihoods, and public health. Regular coastal cleanups such as this activity help mitigate these threats.

Alsons Dev Inaugurates Sarangani’s First Integrated Emergency Response Complex

Alsons Development and Investment Corporation (Alsons Dev) marked a significant milestone with the blessing and inauguration of the completed Alabel Public Safety and Security Complex on January 14, 2025. Located within Avia Estate, Alsons Dev’s master-planned township in Alabel, Sarangani, the Alabel Public Safety and Security Complex is the SOCCSKSARGEN region's first integrated emergency response center, combining three essential government services in one state-of-the-art facility.

The APSSC houses three critical facilities: a Fire Substation, Community Police Assistance Center, and MDRRMO Satellite Emergency Operations Center. This integrated setup mirrors a similar complex in Alsons Dev's Northtown township in Davao, further highlighting the company’s innovative approach to fostering public safety across its developments. 

Sun Life Foundation brightens futures with school kit donations

Over 1,700 school kits were donated to six elementary schools in the Philippines

Sun Life Financial-Philippines Foundation, Inc. (Sun Life Foundation), in coordination with AHA Behavioral Design, continued its commitment to nurturing the learning of Filipino children by donating over 1,700 school kits to six elementary schools.

School kits comprising school bags, hygiene kits, lunch boxes, and tumblers were distributed at Aguho Elementary School in Pateros, Sta. Lucia Elementary School in San Juan City, and Col. Ramon Camus Integrated School in Malabon, giving students the perfect gift for a bright start to the school year. 

Rooted in Responsibility: EastWest Rural Bank Plants Seeds for a Greener Tomorrow in Davao

To mark its 11th Anniversary, EastWest Rural Bank (EWRB) organized an employee-led tree-planting activity last November 29, 2024, in partnership with the City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO).

The event, held at Sitio Malamboon, Barangay 76-A Bucana, Davao City, saw EWRB volunteers planting 100 mangrove seedlings to strengthen the area’s ecosystem, create more public awareness, and reinforce the importance of mangroves in preserving coastal health.

This initiative highlights EWRB's focus on environmental sustainability and community engagement. Mangroves are vital for protecting coastlines from erosion, fostering biodiversity, and acting as natural defenses against storms and rising sea levels.