Drake Business Services Asia

Category: Sustainability

  • DBSA country director signs MOA to bolster climate actions

    DBSA country director signs MOA to bolster climate actions

    May 2024 – In a significant step toward environmental preservation, Dr. Krees Castañeda, country director of Drake Business Services Asia (DBSA), participated in the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR). Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo Loyzaga represented the DENR in this pact.

    This MOA aims to boost the country’s climate actions and other environmental initiatives. MAP members will focus on communication programs that resonate with DENR’s key priorities, including clean air and carbon emission reduction, solid waste management, and the national greening program.

    A proud member of MAP, DBSA has consistently demonstrated its dedication to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles. The company’s recent ISO 14001 Environmental Management System (EMS) certification reinforces this commitment.

    “Our partnership with MAP will enhance our ESG initiatives, starting with a tree-planting activity in Tanay, Rizal, this August,” emphasized Dr. Castañeda.

    The collaboration between DBSA, MAP, and DENR highlights a joint effort to foster sustainable practices and ensure a greener future for the Philippines.

    Know more about the Management Association of the Philippines.

  • DBSA partners with Outstanding Filipino Laureates in tree-planting activity

    DBSA partners with Outstanding Filipino Laureates in tree-planting activity

    August 2024 – ISO 14001–certified DBSA recently partnered with Glenn Banaguas and Fr. Ben Beltran, SVD, two Outstanding Filipino Laureates for a tree-planting activity in Tanay, Rizal.  

    Some 30 DBSA employees and their family members joined the activity, planting a total of 200 bamboo seedlings on a one-hectare plot. An additional 200 seedlings will be planted, and altogether, the bamboo planted is expected to sequester 126 tons of carbon. This volume will offset DBSA’s annual carbon emissions of about 100 tons.

     “The participation of every DBSA employee plays a vital role in building a greener, more sustainable future for our community,” said event organizer Skynard Ibalio.

    Joining the tree-planting activity was Reyn Allen, 6, who is the son of Reynel, one of DBSA’s messengers and the interim lead for workforce management. Reyn shared how he enjoyed being able to plant a bamboo seedling by himself.

    “This tree-planting event is one of many initiatives DBSA has implemented to combat climate change and operate sustainably and ethically. The company has already transitioned some of its messenger teams to e-bikes to reduce environmental impact. We will continue to collaborate with our clients to manage carbon emissions and environmental impact,” said DBSA country director Dr. Krees Castañeda

  • DBSA receives ISO 14001 and 9001 certification

    DBSA receives ISO 14001 and 9001 certification

    July 2024 – Drake Business Services Asia (DBSA) is thrilled to announce that it has secured the prestigious ISO 14001 certification, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable practices.

    After a dedicated nine-month journey, rigorously aligning with the International Organization for Standardization’s stringent standards, DBSA’s attainment of this certification underscores the company’s unwavering dedication to excellence, quality, and social accountability.

    “Securing this ISO certification marks a pivotal moment for DBSA, highlighting our commitment to excellence, sustainable practices, and environmental stewardship,” said Dr. Krees Castañeda, DBSA’s country director.

    Leading the DBSA team toward ISO certification is QA and compliance manager, Luisa Aliermo, who worked with internal quality auditors and the leadership team, rallying the team as it went through extensive training, meticulous documentation, and rigorous auditing to strengthen DBSA’s systems and processes.

    “Attaining this prestigious certification streamlines our processes and procedures, which will result in heightened operational efficiency and productivity,” said Aliermo.

    Additionally, DBSA also received the ISO 9001 certification, a Quality Management System (QMS) framework. These certifications are not just accolades but affirmations of DBSA’s promise to deliver consistent quality while measuring and minimizing its environmental impact.