Ayala Land, Inc. (ALI) strengthened its standing among the world’s leading companies for sustainability, rising 117 places to rank 369th in TIME’s World’s Most Sustainable Companies 2026.
The recognition marks ALI’s second consecutive appearance on the global list and makes it the only Philippine real estate developer included this year. ALI and Globe are the only two Philippine companies recognized among the 750 companies featured in the ranking.
The latest distinction reflects the property developer’s continued efforts to translate sustainability commitments into measurable results across its portfolio, including greater use of renewable energy, low-carbon buildings, resource efficiency and climate resilience.
“For Ayala Land, long-term value for our communities and sustainable development go hand in hand—one simply isn’t possible without the other,” Meean B. Dy, president and CEO of Ayala Land, said. “This recognition from TIME is deeply meaningful, and it reinforces our commitment to building places designed to last for generations.
Progress measured across the portfolio
TIME and global data firm Statista evaluated more than 5,000 of the world’s largest and most influential companies, using factors such as revenue, market capitalization and public prominence. The assessment applied a four-step methodology to determine the top 750 companies based on more than 20 data points covering sustainable business practices, commitments and ratings, reporting and transparency, and environmental and social stewardship.
The evaluation also considered measurable performance indicators, including emissions and energy intensity, renewable energy use, waste generation and recycling, as well as workplace safety, employee turnover, and gender-related metrics.
“Our sustainability strategy is focused on delivering measurable outcomes at scale across our portfolio,” said Robert S. Lao, chief sustainability officer of Ayala Land. “By expanding our use of renewable energy, advancing low-carbon buildings, improving resource efficiency, and strengthening climate resilience, we are reducing environmental impacts while enhancing the long-term performance of our assets and estates. This recognition from TIME affirms our progress in these areas.”
ALI has committed to achieving Net Zero by 2050, with near-term targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aligned with the Business Ambition for 1.5°C. The commitment has supported the company’s efforts to develop low-carbon properties and adopt more circular approaches to materials and waste management.
Its sustainability performance has also supported access to capital for growth. ALI pioneered sustainability-linked financing in Philippine real estate, securing a PHP12.87-billion sustainability-linked loan from the IFC and a PHP15-billion sustainability-linked bond in 2025, following an earlier PHP14-billion bond and PHP14.5-billion IFC loan in 2024.
Recognized across global sustainability benchmarks
The TIME recognition comes alongside ALI’s improving performance in other international sustainability assessments. Over the past year, the company’s MSCI ESG Rating rose to BBB from BB, while it continued to receive recognition from CDP, Sustainalytics and the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA).
ALI’s performance in the S&P Global CSA also earned it a place in the 2026 S&P Global CSA Sustainability Yearbook.
The latest ranking adds to ALI’s other TIME recognitions for 2026, including its 73rd-place finish in TIME’s Asia-Pacific Best Companies 2026, the highest ranking among Philippine property developers.
For ALI, the recognition reinforces its approach to sustainability as part of long-term business growth, with its developments focused on environmental responsibility, economic resilience and social inclusion while creating value for customers, communities, investors, and future generations.
Sustainability embedded in operations
Several factors have contributed to Ayala Land’s progress:
- Renewable Energy Leadership: 98% of gross leasable area across ALI’s malls, offices, and hotels is powered by renewable electricity or supported by renewable energy certificates (REC) as of end-2025, up from 96% the prior year. This has helped reduce operational emissions across its commercial portfolio.
- Advancing Circularity: ALI diverted 44% of waste generated from operations and construction activities away from landfills in 2025, supporting its goal of achieving zero waste to landfill by 2030.
- Low-Carbon Buildings: ALI holds EDGE Zero Carbon certification for more than 1.5 million sqm of commercial office space, representing the largest certified office portfolio of its kind globally.
- Green mobility infrastructure: Pedestrian networks, bike lanes, EV charging facilities, and transit links continue to expand across ALI estates, supporting lower-carbon and more connected communities.
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