In a bold move toward a more sustainable future, Daiichi Properties has partnered with Shell Energy Philippines to power its office buildings with renewable energy. The agreement, which took effect December 2024, marks a major milestone in the developer’s commitment to environmental stewardship and climate resilience.
According to United Nations Environment Programme, buildings account for approximately 37% of global carbon dioxide emissions and 34% of energy demand. This makes the real estate sector a major player in climate mitigation. In the Philippines, where energy use continues to rise, developers have an opportunity—and a responsibility—to lead the transition to low-carbon solutions.
“Integrating renewable energy into our buildings plays a key role in reducing our environmental impact,” said Charmaine Uy, President of Daiichi Properties. “This is part of our broader mission to nurture spaces that promote productivity while supporting climate resilience.”
To support its renewable energy transition, Daiichi Properties has partnered with Shell Energy Philippines, the licensed retail electricity supplier of Shell in the country. Shell Energy will supply renewable energy from its diverse portfolio. The company draws from a variety of generation facilities, including solar, hydro power and geothermal energy.
“Shell Energy Philippines is proud to support Daiichi Properties in accelerating the shift to clean energy,” said Bernd Krukenberg, CEO of Shell Energy Philippines. “By integrating renewables into their operations, Daiichi is helping to mainstream low-carbon development in the country’s real estate sector. Partnerships like this move us closer to a more sustainable future.”
The renewable energy shift applies to Daiichi Properties’ existing Grade A office buildings in Bonifacio Global City and Ortigas Center. For future developments, the company plans to actively source power from renewable sources.
Aside from ensuring a cleaner energy supply, the initiative will benefit tenants by helping them meet their own ESG targets. With increased investor focus on sustainability metrics, green-powered workspaces offer tangible value—not only in operational efficiency, but also in brand and reputational equity.
With over 30 years of experience, Daiichi Properties has earned a reputation for resilient, design-forward, globally competitive buildings. As one of the pioneers in the Philippines to certify projects under green building standards, the company has embedded sustainability into every phase from design and construction to daily operations.
“We’ve always believed that nurturing communities starts with protecting the planet,” said Charmaine Uy, President of Daiichi Properties. “We may not have the largest footprint, but we’ve consistently raised the benchmark for quality and sustainability.”
In addition to renewable energy use, Daiichi Properties applies sustainable practices such as water conservation systems, disaster-resilient engineering, and the use of low-impact building materials. Several of its buildings are certified under globally recognized standards such as LEED, WiredScore, and the WELL Health-Safety Rating. The company also collaborates with host communities to implement eco-conscious initiatives that extends its impact beyond the building footprint.
“We envision a property sector that builds not just for today, but for generations to come,” Uy emphasized. “We encourage our fellow developers to consider renewable energy not as a trend, but as a new baseline.”
As the real estate industry evolves toward more sustainable and resilient practices, Daiichi Properties continues to lead by example—integrating renewable energy, green building standards and community-focused design across its developments.
