Strict implementation of the switching time schedules for lights and equipment (e.g. Air-handling units of the commercial centers)
Replacement of incandescent bulbs into flourescent fixtures or compact flourescent lamps
Installation of reflectors (mirror-finished) for flourescent lights
Daily monitoring of electric consumption
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
Waste Segregation
Polystyrene plastic materials (e.g. cups, polystyrene packages) are separated from paper and food waste. This program is implemented throughout Ayala Center Makati.
Recyclable materials (e.g. paper, bottles, aluminum cans) are separated from food waste. This program is implemented in residential and office buildings.
POLLUTION CONTROL
...in air
Use of ozone-friendly freon for air-conditioning equipment in compliance with the Montreal Accord
Smoke-emission testing of all company vehicles every 6 months
Line filters installed on genset exhaust to reduce carbon monoxide emission levels
DSound proofing of vibrating equipment
...in land
Greening programs / annual tree planting activity
Tree nurseries
WASTEWATER TREATMENT
Sewage Treatment Plant
The plants have an average area of 3 hectares with lift stations, aeration tanks, clarifier tanks and drying beds.
The treatment processes used are activated sludge and extended aeration. In Alabang, the treated wastewater is then reused for irrigation purposes by the Alabang Country Club for its golf course.
Another wastewater treatment plant is located in Laguna Technopark.
