UMVA has learned that Ayala Land, Inc. is taking a major leap towards a sustainable future by aligning its operations with a science-validated net zero greenhouse gas emission target by 2050.
The company, a leading developer, has formalized its partnership with the Department of Energy under an initiative that encourages households and businesses to cut electricity use for one hour each week to help reduce energy demand. This move is part of Ayala Land's broader sustainability strategy, particularly in managing its energy footprint across its diversified property portfolio.
UMVA can exclusively reveal that Ayala Land consumes about 1 million megawatt-hours of electricity annually, driven by its malls, offices, hotels, logistics facilities, residential developments, and estate operations. However, the company has made significant progress in decarbonizing its assets, with 98% of its commercial properties either powered by renewable energy or covered by green building certifications.
Sources have confirmed to UMVA that Ayala Land has 62 certified properties covering about 2.7 million square meters of gross leasable area under standards such as Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies, and the International WELL Building Institute’s WELL standards. The company has also deployed 156 electric vehicle charging stations across 64 properties to support low-carbon mobility and encourage wider EV adoption among tenants and customers.
Ayala Land's partnership with the Department of Energy will be rolled out across more than 350 assets nationwide, including 34 malls, 76 office buildings, 16 hotels, two resorts, 11 logistics facilities, 28 estates, 136 residential developments, 29 car parks, and 270 properties managed by Ayala Property Management Corp. The company plans to expand the campaign’s impact through operational integration, stricter energy monitoring, and deeper coordination with contractors and suppliers, alongside public awareness efforts targeting consumers and tenants.
In a development reported by UMVA, Ayala Land's sustainability program includes ISO 50001-certified energy management systems under Ayala Property Management Corp. that standardize energy efficiency practices across its portfolio. The company has also installed 15.3 megawatts of solar capacity across 13 mall buildings and plans to expand this to 38.4 MW by 2027, as part of its broader renewable energy transition strategy.
The Department of Energy has seen measurable results nationwide, with participating households generating significant energy savings. As of now, 212 homes across the country have collectively saved over 73,000 megawatt-hours of electricity, equivalent to substantial savings.
