BPI Achieves Green Building EDGE Certification for 11 more branches

BPI Cebu Branch, one of the 11 EDGE-certified branches

The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) obtained EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) certification for 11 of its branches in 2024, bringing the total number of branches awarded with the green building recognition to 22.​

This milestone further underscores BPI's leadership in sustainability and responsible operations, as EDGE certification—developed by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a division of the World Bank Group—recognizes buildings that are designed to be resource-efficient, with a minimum savings of 20% each in energy, water, and carbon footprint of construction materials.

With the additional 11 EDGE-certified branches in 2024, BPI is making meaningful progress in providing Filipinos with eco-friendly and efficient banking spaces that not only reduce environmental impact but also ensure the long-term sustainability of both the Bank's operations and the planet's future.

“We are incredibly proud to have additional 11 EDGE-certified branches in 2024, as they reflect BPI’s ongoing commitment to sustainable development,” said Eric Luchangco, BPI Chief Finance Officer and Chief Sustainability Officer. “At BPI, sustainability is not only about reducing environmental impact—it’s also about finding solutions that are practical, economically viable, and capable of being sustained in the long term. We are committed to providing our customers with banking experiences that benefit both the planet and their future.”

As of today, BPI is the only bank that has EDGE-certified bank branches in the Philippines.

Sustainability, broken down into Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) components, is a cornerstone of BPI’s strategy, and it goes beyond just creating environmentally responsible spaces. It is about fostering solutions that are both green and economically viable.

By incorporating energy-efficient systems—such as LED lighting and optimized cooling solutions that significantly reduce energy consumption—BPI ensures that ESG also brings forth economic benefits (E2) through cost savings. The use of water-saving fixtures, like sensor-activated faucets, helps to minimize waste while conserving resources for future generations. Additionally, the Bank renovates existing structures, and even uses sustainable building materials, thereby reducing the environmental and economic costs associated with new construction.

Smart design elements, such as glass panels and strategically placed windows to enhance natural light and ventilation, allow BPI’s EDGE-certified branches to operate efficiently while lowering electricity use. These efforts not only support the Bank’s goal of reducing its environmental footprint but also enable it to deliver a sustainable banking experience for its clients.